Canton public meetings in 2021
51 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Canton Community Improvement Corporation
The board will vote on an agreement with the City of Canton to manage the maintenance and carrying costs for the Nationwide Building. The meeting also includes a proposal to transfer Parcel #229325 at 9th St NW to CCIC for subsequent transfer to Campbell Landscaping LLC.
- Carrying Costs Agreement for the Nationwide Building up to $300,000
- Transfer of Parcel #229325 at 9th St NW to CCIC
- Approval of September 15, 2021, Board Meeting Minutes
Board of Control
The Board is considering several contract amendments and new grant awards using federal funds. These include extending deadlines for CARES Act funding and increasing funds for single-family home construction. The board will also review a change order for the Steese Area Roadway and Drainage project.
- New contracts using CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds for the 2021 HUD action plan
- Deadline extension for ICAN Housing, Inc. CARES Act funding to September 30, 2022
- Deadline extension for Alliance for Children & Families CARES Act funding to January 31, 2022
- $24,999.00 increase for Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio construction, totaling $434,999.00
- $3,879.00 change order for Wenger Excavating, Inc. on the 39th St. NW Project, totaling $3,318,182.99
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing ordinances for real estate purchases and service agreements. These include the purchase of the Nationwide Building and a fund for property acquisitions and demolition in the Shorb Neighborhood.
- Purchase agreement for 1000 Market Ave. N. up to $1,250,000.00
- Service agreement with CCIC for building carrying costs up to $300,000.00
- $5,000,000.00 funding for property acquisitions and demolition in Shorb Neighborhood
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering several contracts for city infrastructure and services. Items include a fire station assessment, vehicle purchases for the police department, and software updates for the Water Department.
- $81,600 contract with The Stark Community Support Network for roof and restroom renovations
- $90,400 agreement with Motter & Meadows Architects for a Fire Station Assessment and Master Plan
- $6,452.71 change order for Water Department software licenses with Cartegraph Systems, LLC
- Completion date change for the Centennial Plaza Project with Dunlop & Johnston, Inc.
- $30,335 contract with Liberty Ford Lincoln Canton, LLC for a police department cargo van
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 244/2020 to award a five-year contract to Kimble Company, dba Kimble Transfer & Recycling. The agreement covers solid waste disposal, curbside recycling services, and potential vehicle rental and cleaning.
- Five-year contract with Kimble Company for waste and recycling services
- Option for a 30-day extension at the discretion of the City of Canton
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering a final change order to close out the 36th St. NW Storm Sewer & Road Reconstruction Project, Phase 1. This action involves a cost reduction with Wenger Excavating, Inc.
- $27,864.70 cost reduction for 36th St. NW Storm Sewer & Road Reconstruction Project
- Final change order No. 3 with Wenger Excavating, Inc.
Canton Community Improvement Corporation
The CCIC Board will vote on a funding agreement with the City of Canton to acquire tax delinquent properties and distressed housing. The board will also consider not exercising re-entry rights for 1013 Marion Ave SW.
- Funding agreement with City of Canton for property acquisitions and demolition
- Decision on re-entry rights for 1013 Marion Ave SW
- Approval of June 16, 2021 meeting minutes
- Financial Management Report review
Board of Control
The Canton Board of Control is considering two contract awards. These include a construction contract for the Eastpointe Blvd. NE Storm Sewer Project and professional services for roadway pavement management in several wards.
- $289,962.03 construction contract with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for the Eastpointe Blvd. NE Storm Sewer Project
- $50,400.00 professional services contract with Pavement Management Group, LLC for pavement management in wards 2, 6, 7, 8 and 9
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 147/2021 to enter into an American Rescue Plan Act Subaward Agreement with Economic and Community Development Institute, Inc. (ECDI). This agreement would fund a relief grant program for Canton-based businesses.
- Ordinance 147/2021: $1,150,000 subaward agreement with ECDI
- Grants of up to $25,000 for approximately 80-100 Canton-based businesses
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing two items for the Collection Systems Department regarding local utility infrastructure. These include a professional services agreement for engineering on the Allen Ave. SE Area Sanitary Sewer and Waterline Project and a final change order for US 30 storm sewer cleaning.
- $415,402.00 professional services agreement with H.R. Gray & Associates, LLC for engineering on the Allen Ave. SE Area project
- $2,799.60 cost reduction for Jordan Services, LLC regarding the US 30 Storm Sewer Cleaning & Televising 2020 Project
Board of Control
The Board is reviewing ordinances for American Rescue Plan Act subawards and infrastructure projects. These include funding for senior, student housing, and minority business programs. The agenda also includes contracts for water system modeling, bulk fuel, and a water main extension.
- ARPA Subaward Agreements with Stark County Community Action Agency, Malone University, and Stark County Minority Business Association
- Change Order No. 1 for Water Distribution System Hydraulic Model Program ($54,302.00)
- One-year bulk fuel supply contract with Petroleum Traders Corporation
- Construction contract for Parkridge Circle NW Water Main Extension Project ($204,792.90)
Board of Control
The Board is considering an amendment to a funding agreement with the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce for economic development. They are also reviewing a final change order to close out the St. George’s Streetscape Project.
- Amendment to Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce grant for community development
- $21,500.00 change order for the St. George’s Streetscape Project (GP1333)
- Final contract amount of $104,325.00 for the St. George’s Streetscape Project
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering a professional services contract with Bricker & Eckler LLP. The $75,000.00 agreement covers legal services related to a lawsuit involving the City of Canton Water Reclamation Facility construction project.
- $75,000.00 contract with Bricker & Eckler LLP for legal services
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering several infrastructure contracts and project close-outs. Items include lighting improvements at the U.S. 30/Raff Rd. interchange and final change orders for Mahoning Road corridor projects.
- $200,000 ODOT contract for U.S. 30/Raff Rd. lighting improvements
- $1,485,747.35 construction contract with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Edgefield Water Main Project
- $133,078.00 professional services contract with CT Consultants for Edgefield project oversight
- $9,585.65 change order to close out Mahoning Road Corridor Project, Phase 2
- $570,594.27 net change order for Mahoning Road NE Corridor Project, Phase 2
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering contracts for city infrastructure projects. These items include work on the 2021 City Fiber Optic Project and sanitary sewer cleaning.
- $206,473.00 construction contract with Gudenkauf, LLC for the 2021 City Fiber Optic Project
- $691,832.50 contract with Equix Integrity, Inc. for sanitary sewer cleaning and televising
Board of Control
The Board is reviewing several infrastructure and maintenance contracts. This includes a new contract for the 2021 Chip Seal Program and cost adjustments for existing water and paving projects.
- $85,137.60 construction contract with Specialized Construction, Inc. for the 2021 Chip Seal Program
- $12,531.00 change order for the 12th St. NW Water Main Replacement Project
- $103,402.99 cost reduction to close out the 2019 Paving Program
- Contract with JT Lawn Care, LLC for mowing city-owned lots
- $37,585.59 cost reduction for the Brentwood Interior Tank Painting Project
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing a final change order with C & K Industrial Services, Inc. This change reduces the contract amount by $744,567.25 because less grit and debris required cleaning than originally anticipated.
- Change Order No. 1 for C & K Industrial Services, Inc. ($382,241.25 new total)
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 85/2021 to enter into a contract with Stark Housing Network, Inc. The agreement uses Emergency Solutions Grant ESG-CV funds to support staff salaries and costs related to program oversight and management.
- Contract with Stark Housing Network, Inc. for $34,750.00
- Use of CARES Act ESG-CV funds for program administration and monitoring
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing contracts for infrastructure projects and seasonal supplies. This includes a construction award for the 36th St. NW project and salt procurement for winter.
- $2,643,655.60 contract with The Shelly Company for 36th St. NW reconstruction
- Road salt supply from Cargill, Inc. at $46.11 per ton
- $34,430.10 cost reduction for the 2020 Paving Program
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing several contract amendments and awards. This includes a final change order for the 2019 Paving Program and incentive payments to Phoenix Rising BHR, Inc. The board will also consider adjustments to ARPA program funding and chemical supply contracts for the Water Department.
- $103,427.27 cost reduction for 2019 Paving Program GP1301 with Northstar Asphalt, Inc.
- Incentive payments to Phoenix Rising BHR, Inc. of $41,962.05 (2019) and $53,633.98 (2020)
- Reduction of ARPA program funds from $341,650.00 to $316,750.00
- Liquid chlorine supply contract with JCI Jones Chemicals, Inc. at $0.3495 per pound
- Hydrofluorosilicic acid supply contract with Univar Solutions USA, Inc. at $0.21 per pound
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering several contracts funded by CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant funds to respond to the Coronavirus Pandemic. These include rapid rehousing programs and a mental health information system upgrade. The board will also consider a contract for mowing city-owned lots.
- $388,046.00 contract with ICAN Housing, Inc. for Rapid Rehousing Program
- $250,000.00 contract with Refuge of Hope Ministries for Rapid Rehousing Program
- $100,000.00 contract with Stark County Mental Health and Addiction Recovery for HMIS upgrade
- Contract with NEO Earth Movers, LLC for mowing City-owned lots
Canton Community Improvement Corporation
The CCIC Board will vote on purchasing the property at 733 Market Avenue S. for $6,183,619.00 or waiving its right of first refusal. The agenda also includes a financial management report and approval of February minutes.
- Purchase of 733 Market Avenue S. for $6,183,619.00 or waiving the right of first refusal
- Approval of Feb 22, 2021 Board Meeting Minutes
- Financial Management Report
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing Ordinance 58/2021 to award a contract to Montrose Ford, LLC. This ordinance covers the purchase of two Dodge Durango AWD vehicles for the Fire Department.
- Contract with Montrose Ford, LLC for $58,939.54
- Purchase of two Dodge Durango AWD vehicles for the Fire Department
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering two professional services agreements. These include design and plan preparation for a sewer replacement project and modifications to the Collection Systems Department Administration Building.
- $172,368.79 agreement with CTI Engineers, Inc. for 4th St. SE Sewer Replacement Project design
- $97,400.00 agreement with Motter & Meadows Architects, Inc. for administration building modifications
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing contracts to fund summer youth employment programs. These agreements will utilize American Rescue Plan Act funds.
- $341,650.00 contract with Stark County Community Action Association for summer youth employment
- $170,964.00 contract with Simply Youth for summer youth employment
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 99/2021 to enter into a grant agreement with Community Building Partnership of Stark County, Inc. The agreement uses up to $200,000 from Issue 13 Comprehensive Plan Neighborhood Funds. These funds will support programs for exterior upgrades and code compliance renovations for owner-occupants.
- $200,000 grant agreement with Community Building Partnership of Stark County, Inc.
- Ordinance 99/2021 regarding neighborhood renovation incentives
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing several contracts, including the purchase of three police interceptor vehicles. The board will also consider change orders for email licenses and sewer project design services. Additionally, car wash vendor contracts are up for award.
- Purchase of three Ford Explorer Interceptors for $93,639.42
- Change order for Allen Ave. Phase II Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project
- Increase in email licenses with RT Fox LLC for $5,600.00
- Car wash contracts for city vehicles not to exceed $24,999.99 each
Board of Control
The Board is considering several contracts for summer youth employment using ARPA and CDBG COVID-19 funds. The agenda also includes a purchase for fire turnout gear and car wash services for city vehicles.
- $296,322.01 contract with Stark County Community Action Association for summer youth employment
- $99,450.00 contract with Fire Safety Services, Inc. for fire turnout gear
- Car wash contracts for city vehicles not to exceed $24,999.99
Board of Control
The Board of Control will consider ordinances regarding city paving, property sales, and infrastructure projects. These include agreements for construction oversight and right-of-way acquisition.
- $98,276.25 change order for The Shelly Company regarding Woodland Ave. NW
- $100 sale of real property on 15th St. SW to Renee Dennis
- $98,000 agreement with Municipal Companies for construction oversight
- $135,068 agreement with ms consultants, inc. for right-of-way acquisition
Board of Control
The Board is reviewing several infrastructure contracts for road and bridge projects. The agenda also includes the sale of municipal properties and equipment purchases.
- $3,314,303.99 construction contract for Steese Area Roadway and Drainage project
- $154,075 contract for Colonial Blvd. NE reconstruction services
- Sale of municipal properties to various individuals and organizations
- $124,500 agreement for 15th Street SW Bridge replacement plans
- Change orders for 36th St. NW and 13th St. NW reconstruction projects
Board of Control
The Board of Control will review several contracts for city infrastructure and technology projects. These items include upgrades to the police network, streetscape design, and water main replacement. The board will also consider a change order for the 3rd St. SE Bridge Reconstruction Project.
- $108,150.00 contract for Northeast Neighborhood security cameras and hardware
- $101,500.00 contract for Police Department network installation
- $63,450.00 design contract for Market Ave. South Streetscape Project, Phase 2
- Change order of $19,957.23 for the 3rd St. SE Bridge Reconstruction Project
- $38,445.00 design services for Perry Dr. NW Water Main Replacement Project
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing several contracts for city department equipment. These include a brush chipper for the Street Department and multiple vehicles for the Water Department.
- $58,340.00 contract with Vermeer Mid Atlantic, LLC for a Brush Chipper
- $30,889.00 contract with Liberty Ford Lincoln Canton, LLC for an F-250 XL Truck
- $24,832.00 contract with Liberty Ford Lincoln Canton, LLC for a Ford Escape S
- $27,865.00 contract with Liberty Ford Lincoln Canton, LLC for a Ford Transit XL Cargo Van
- $24,423.09 contract with Montrose Ford LLC for a Ford Transit Connect XL Cargo Van
Board of Control
The Board is reviewing several contracts for city infrastructure and public safety equipment. This includes funding for COVID-related facility upgrades and various community programming initiatives.
- $487,823.17 change order for the 2020 Paving Program with Northstar Asphalt, Inc.
- $142,000 contract for COVID-related physical adaptations at the JRC Campus
- $244,686 purchase of a Dodge 5500 ambulance for the Fire Department
- Various CDBG contracts totaling $160,000 for youth and health programs
- $352,500 contract for a new sewer vacuum truck for the Street Department
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 58/2021 to enter into a professional services contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC. This contract covers hardware, software development, and installation for Phase 1 of the Crime Intel Dispatch Workflow Upgrade at CanCom.
- $44,255.00 contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC
- Phase 1 of the Crime Intel Dispatch Workflow Upgrade at CanCom
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing contracts for police department equipment and engineering design services. This includes purchasing WatchGuard in-car camera systems and software from Motorola Solutions, Inc. The board will also consider a contract for the Timken Pl./Clark Ave. Connector Project.
- $63,060.00 contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for WatchGuard in-car camera systems
- $17,820.00 contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for cloud storage and software licensing
- Up to $49,500.00 contract with R.E. Warner & Associates, Inc. for Timken Pl./Clark Ave. Connector Project design services
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing several contracts for city infrastructure and equipment. These items include paving, fiber optic installation, and new machinery for the Water Department.
- $2,845,399.35 contract with The Shelly Company for the 2021 City Paving Program
- $236,595.00 contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC for the 2021 City Fiber Optic Project
- Purchase of a Skid Steer Loader and Mini Hydraulic Excavator from Ohio CAT for the Water Department
- $93,593.67 change order for the Harmont Resurfacing Project to add traffic cameras and rebuild catch basins
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing contract changes and new construction awards for several water main replacement projects. This includes cost adjustments for the Fairmount Area and Cleveland Ave. NW projects, along with a new contract for 12th St. NW.
- $25,706.45 cost reduction for Fairmount Area Water Main Replacement Project, Phase II
- $17,370.00 change order for Cleveland Ave. NW Water Main Replacement Project
- $270,685.62 construction contract for 12th St. NW Water Main Replacement Project
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing a contract amendment with AT&T Corp. The amendment transitions internet and phone services from copper lines to fiber transport at Canton City Hall and the Sears Building. This follows AT&T's discontinuation of existing copper line services by July 31, 2021.
- Contract Amendment No. 1 with AT&T Corp. for internet and phone services
- Transition from copper lines to fiber transport at Canton City Hall and the Sears Building
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing agreements regarding property sales and construction services. This includes a $500 sale of municipal properties to Habitat for Humanity to build low-income housing. The board will also consider an asphalt supply contract and a cost reduction for water main replacement oversight.
- Sale of 1440 Sycamore Ave. SE and 1466 Housel Ave. SE to Habitat for Humanity ($500.00)
- Supply contract with Strawser Construction, Inc. for asphalt and equipment rental
- Cost reduction of $2,835.84 for the 44th St. NW Water Main Replacement Project oversight
Board of Control
The Board of Control will review several contracts and change orders related to city infrastructure and planning. This includes adjusting timelines for the Neighborhood Development Master Plan and increasing funds for Colonial Blvd. reconstruction design.
- Change Order No. 3 with WSP USA, Inc. to extend Neighborhood Development Master Plan completion to May 24, 2021
- Contract with American Demolition, Inc. for scrap metal sale at $188.79 per ton
- Change Order No. 1 with IBI Group U.S., Inc. adding $83,956.00 to Colonial Blvd. Reconstruction Project design services
- Contract with Noble Environmental Specialty Services for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant lagoon cleanout
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering an agreement with Canton City Schools to fund the Promotion of Education & Employment Project (PEEP) using CDBG funds. The board is also reviewing a final change order for oversight services on the Canton South Phase I Water Main Extension Project.
- $115,497.00 agreement with Canton City Schools for PEEP program
- $118,691.04 cost reduction for Canton South Phase I Water Main Extension Project oversight
Board of Control
The Board is considering an extension to the Canton Memorial Civic Center management agreement with SMG. It will also review a sewer relocation agreement with Fresh Mark, Inc. and contracts for pipe supplies.
- Extension of Canton Memorial Civic Center management agreement with SMG
- Sewer relocation agreement with Fresh Mark, Inc.
- One-year contract with Core & Main LP for pipe and fittings
- One-year contract with Trumbull Industries, Inc. for pipe and fittings
Canton Community Improvement Corporation
The CCIC Board of Trustees will meet to vote on the release of conditions of reverter and other restrictions for the Millennium Building. This involves a Quit Claim Deed and Project Agreement with Millennium 1, LLC dated June 30, 2000.
- Release of conditions of reverter and deed restrictions for the Millennium Building
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing an agreement with ODOT to replace water lines along State Route 172 and Perry Dr. The board is also considering several contracts for light and heavy duty towing services.
- Agreement with ODOT to replace water lines on State Route 172 and Perry Dr.
- Contract with Mike Spencer Towing for light duty towing services.
- Contract with Canton Recovery, LLC for light duty towing services.
- Contract with Conley’s Service & Towing, LLC for light and heavy duty towing.
- Contract with Canton Towing, Inc. for light and heavy duty towing.
Board of Control
The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 26/2021 regarding a conditional grant agreement with the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce. The proposal uses 2175 Comprehensive Plan Funds for the Commercial Air Service Restoration Program. This program aims to restore an airline route to Akron-Canton Airport.
- Conditional grant to Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce not to exceed $25,000.00
- Use of 2175 Comprehensive Plan Funds for the Commercial Air Service Restoration Program
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing several service and supply agreements. These include an IT security contract, the registration of an emergency paving contractor, and a fire hydrant supply contract.
- $76,528.00 agreement with RT Fox, LLC DBA Connecting Point for email and threat protection
- Registration of Central Allied Enterprises, Inc. as an emergency street paving contractor
- One-year supply contract with Mueller Company, LLC for fire hydrants and repair parts
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing several contracts, including cyber insurance coverage and a pharmacy prescription plan for city employees. The agenda also includes the purchase of a packer truck body and the sale of scrap materials and real property.
- Cyber insurance contracts with Huntington Insurance up to $31,542.00 and $22,079.00
- Pharmacy prescription plan for City employees at $96.09 per employee per month
- Purchase of a Small Rear Loader Packer Truck Body for $60,882.00
- Sale of scrap metal at $385.69 per ton and scrap wood at $50.00 lot price
- Sale of real property at 1305 Shriver Ave. NE for $1,528.00
Canton Community Improvement Corporation
The Canton Community Improvement Corporation Board of Trustees will meet to conduct elections for board officers. The agenda also includes a financial management report and the approval of minutes from July 15, 2020.
- Election of President (Mayor Bernabei)
- Election of Vice President (Deputy Mayor Fonda Williams)
- Election of Secretary (Chris Smith)
- Financial Management Report
- Approval of July 15, 2020 Board Meeting Minutes
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing contracts for sanitation department vehicles and hygiene supplies. The board is also processing final change orders for water main replacement projects on 44th St. and Cleveland Ave.
- $54,000 agreement with Greater Stark County Urban League for hygiene supplies
- $67,068.14 contract for a Small Rear Loader Packer Truck Chassis
- $127,498.94 contract for a Boom Loader Truck
- $183,544.00 contract for a Roll Off Sanitation Truck
- $4,135.95 change order for the 44th St. Water Main Replacement Project
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing contracts for sewer management, water department projects, and sanitation equipment. This includes a modification to expand sewer monitoring and cleaning services. The board is also considering purchases for new sanitation trucks and mold abatement at Thurman Munson Stadium.
- $976,070.00 contract modification for sewer management and maintenance
- $127,585.00 purchase of a Boom Loader Truck for the Sanitation Department
- $127,950.00 purchase of a Small Packer Truck for the Sanitation Department
- $43,700.00 contract for Brentwood Interior Tank Painting Project
- $28,420.00 mold abatement services at Thurman Munson Stadium locker rooms
Board of Control
The Board of Control is reviewing several contract amendments and new service agreements. These include updates to insurance coverage and cost adjustments for various city infrastructure projects.
- Jefferson Health Plan amendment reducing annual Stop Loss Insurance costs to $607,908.04
- $261,720.00 contract with Hylant Administrative Services for insurance coverage
- $17,047.17 change order for the Fawcett Ct. NW Drainage Project
- $26,671.55 change order for 4th St. SW Sewer Relocations Project
- $6,317.76 change order for East Tusc. EV Charging Station Project