Canton public meetings in 2022

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved a one-year liability and auto insurance contract for 2023. The Board also approved a cost reduction for a turbine service pump repair and well cleaning program.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 & Final with Ohio Drilling Company for a $7,801.76 cost reduction (3-0)
• Approved one-year contract with Hylant Administrative Services, LLC for $317,922.00 for 2023 Liability and Auto Physical Damage Insurance Coverage (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider two contracts. First, a change order with Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for $19,821.82 to adjust the 2021 Paving Project, Phase 2 (3rd St. SE Resurfacing) for fuel and asphalt binder price changes, bringing the new contract total to $563,607.70. Second, a $250,000.00 contract with Q.B.S., Inc. for the Police Department Indoor Range Ventilation System Project, awarded through the design-build selection process under ORC 153.

• Change Order No. 2 with Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for $19,821.82 (2021 Paving Project, Phase 2, 3rd St. SE Resurfacing, GP1339)
• New contract amount for paving project: $563,607.70
• Contract with Q.B.S., Inc. for $250,000.00 (Police Department Indoor Range Ventilation System Project)
• Design-build selection process per ORC 153 for the police range project

The Board of Control approved a $250,000 contract for the Police Department Indoor Range Ventilation System Project using ARPA funds. The Board also approved a change order for the 3rd St. SE resurfacing project due to fuel and asphalt price adjustments.

• Approved $250,000 contract with Q.B.S., Inc. for Police Department Indoor Range Ventilation System Project (3-0)
• Approved $19,821.82 Change Order No. 2 with Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for 3rd St. SE Resurfacing (3-0)

City Council

Council approved a 3% wage increase for management and non-bargaining unit personnel. Several board reappointments were confirmed, and three appropriation ordinances were adopted. A contract for police mental health services was postponed until January 30, 2023.

• Approved 3% wage increase for management and non-bargaining unit personnel (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #28 for $785,000 supplemental appropriation to payroll clearing fund (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #29 for $30,000 supplemental appropriation for fire department ladder truck repair (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #30 modifying automatic cost of living adjustment increases for elected officials (12-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of Michael Heard to Board of Building Appeals (Unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointment of Joe Hunter to Board of Building Appeals (Unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointment of Michael Rex to Board of Building Appeals (Unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance #35 regarding $124,000 police mental health contract until Jan 30, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

City Council approved temporary operating and capital expenditures for fiscal year 2023. The body also authorized funding for multifamily housing development and approved the acquisition of parcels for a sewer replacement project.

• Adopted temporary appropriations for FY 2023 operating and capital expenditures (12-0)
• Approved funding agreement amendment for Canton Community Improvement Corporation to include multifamily housing loans and grants (12-0)
• Authorized acquisition of parcels for the 4th Street SE sewer replacement project (12-0)
• Approved application for HUD Fair Housing special enforcement and partnership funds (12-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of Donn Angus to Stark County Regional Planning Commission (Unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointment of Chris Hardesty to Stark County Regional Planning Commission (Unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointment of Chris Hardesty to Stark County Land Reutilization Bank (Unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining issues (12-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider three ordinances at a special meeting. The most significant is a $1.3 million ARPA grant agreement to help renovate the former SMHA building at 1318 Gonder Ave. SE for a health center and community market. The board will also vote on a $152,550 design contract for a waterline and storm sewer project, and a change order reducing costs for a water main leak assessment program.

• Ordinance 273/2022: $1.3M ARPA grant to CFAP-Gonder, LLC for renovation of 1318 Gonder Ave. SE (My Community Health Center and Southeast Community Market), pending income tax approval
• Ordinance 218/2022: $152,550 ARPA contract with MS Consultants, Inc. for design of 31st St. NE Waterline and Storm Sewer Project (GP1398), pending income tax approval
• Ordinance 136/2019: Year Three and Final Change Order with M.E. Simpson Co., Inc. reducing costs by $23,437.72 for Large Diameter Concrete Main Leak Assessment Program

The Board of Control approved a grant for the renovation of the former SMHA building at 1318 Gonder Ave. SE. Additionally, the Board approved a professional services agreement for a waterline and storm sewer project and a cost reduction change order for a leak assessment program.

• Approved $1.3 million ARPA grant for CFAP-Gonder, LLC to renovate 1318 Gonder Ave. SE (2-0)
• Approved $152,550.00 ARPA professional services agreement with MS Consultants, Inc. for 31st St. NE Waterline and Storm Sewer Project (2-0)
• Approved $23,437.72 cost reduction change order with M.E. Simpson Co., Inc. for the Large Diameter Concrete Main Leak Assessment Program (2-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider several contracts and change orders, including awards for street and road materials, a police vehicle network upgrade, a fire station roof replacement, and final change orders for two engineering projects. All items are up for approval at this meeting.

• Contract with Canton Public Health and Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne Joint Solid Waste District for Recycling Center Management
• One-year supply contracts with Stoneco, National Lime and Stone, and Shelly Materials for road materials and ready-mix concrete
• $112,050.00 contract with Motorola Solutions for police vehicle routers and antennae
• $49,400.00 contract with Haralson Roofing for Fire Station #4 roof replacement
• Change orders reducing totals for 36th St. NW storm sewer/road project and 30th St. NW sidewalk design project

The Board of Control approved several supply contracts for road materials and equipment for police and fire departments. The board also authorized a recycling center management agreement and two project change orders for the Engineering Department.

• Approved recycling center management contract with Canton Public Health and Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne Joint Solid Waste District (3-0)
• Approved one-year supply contract with Stoneco, Inc. DBA Allied Corporation, Inc. for road materials (3-0)
• Approved one-year supply contract with National Lime and Stone Company for road materials (3-0)
• Approved one-year supply contract with Shelly Materials, Inc. for road materials (3-0)
• Approved $112,050.00 contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for police vehicle routers and antennae (3-0)
• Approved $49,400.00 contract with Haralson Roofing, LLC for Fire Station #4 roof replacement (3-0)
• Approved ($37,345.49) change order with GPD Group for 36th St. NW Storm Sewer & Road Reconstruction (3-0)
• Approved ($5,700.00) change order with The Thrasher Group for 30th St. NW Sidewalk Design Project (3-0)

City Council

City Council approved the purchase of four Dodge ambulances and several tax increment financing (TIF) agreements. The council also confirmed three appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Approved purchase of one Dodge 5500 ambulance for up to $329,599.00 (12-0)
• Approved purchase of three Dodge 5500 ambulances for up to $857,070.00 (12-0)
• Confirmed Julie Sparks to the Zoning Board of Appeals (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Cathy Wyatt to the Architectural Review Board (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Ivan Redinger, Jr. to the Fair Housing Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved TIF agreement for Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (12-0)
• Approved 100% tax exemption for 30 years for Lehman Housing Partners, L.P. (12-0)
• Authorized five-year lease for farming 271 acres at Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant (12-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider three ordinances to award contracts: one for fire hose purchase, one for a road widening project, and one for property insurance. These are the only items on the agenda.

• Ordinance 250/2022: $155,620.00 contract with Fire Safety Services, Inc. for fire hose
• Ordinance 69/2022: $408,583.92 construction contract with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Hursh Pl. NW Widening Project (GP1377)
• Ordinance 7/2022: $409,499.00 one-year property insurance contract with the Schauer Group, Inc.

The Board of Control approved three contracts totaling $973,699.92. These funds cover property insurance for city buildings, a road widening project, and fire hose for the Fire Department.

• Approved $409,499.00 property insurance contract with Schauer Group, Inc. (2-0)
• Approved $408,583.92 construction contract with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Hursh Pl. NW Widening Project (2-0)
• Approved $155,620.00 contract with Fire Safety Services, Inc. for fire hose (2-0)

City Council

City Council approved a $1.3 million grant agreement with CFAP – Gonder, LLC using ARPA funds. The council also authorized a TIF agreement for the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company and approved several other infrastructure and procurement contracts.

• Approved $1.3M ARPA grant for CFAP – Gonder, LLC (11-0)
• Approved TIF agreement for Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (10-1)
• Approved $102,064 purchase order for SR43D/SR172 project (11-0)
• Approved $64,014.55 purchase of a walk-in cooler from Court Pub Group Inc. (10-1)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1 for concrete lagoon repairs at Northeast Water Treatment Plant (Unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2023 procurement and professional services contract authority (11-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider six ordinances at this special meeting, including awarding construction contracts and change orders for streetscape, water, and parks projects. Key items include a $2.3 million design-build contract for the Willig Field Upgrade using ARPA funds, a $253,095.20 contract for the East Tuscarawas Streetscape Phase 1, and several change orders extending project timelines.

• Award $2,300,000 design-build contract to Turf Alliance, LLC for Willig Field Upgrade (ARPA funds)
• Award $253,095.20 construction contract to Stanley Miller Construction for East Tuscarawas Streetscape Phase 1
• Change Order No. 2 with The Shelly Company for Cleveland Ave.-2nd St. NW Onesto Streetscape, new completion May 6, 2023
• Change Order No. 2 with The Shelly Company for Cleveland Ave. NW Water Main Replacement, $288,864.89, new contract total $2,454,626.89
• Professional services contract with Burgess & Niple, Inc. up to $49,700 for variable frequency drive study at Northeast Water Treatment Plant

The Board of Control approved several infrastructure contracts and change orders for streetscapes, water treatment, and parks. The largest expenditure was a design-build contract for the Willig Field Upgrade Project using ARPA funds.

• Approved $2.3M Design Build contract with Turf Alliance, LLC for Willig Field Upgrade Project (2-0)
• Approved $253,095.20 construction contract with Stanley Miller Construction Company for East Tuscarawas Streetscape Project, Phase 1 (2-0)
• Approved $288,864.89 change order with The Shelly Company for Cleveland Ave. NW Water Main Replacement Project (2-0)
• Approved professional services contract with Burgess & Niple, Inc. up to $49,700.00 for Northeast Water Treatment Plant study and design (2-0)
• Approved $2,360.00 change order with Noble Environmental Specialty Services, LLC for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant lagoon cleanout (2-0)
• Approved change order with The Shelly Company to delay Cleveland Ave.-2nd St. NW Onesto Streetscape Project to May 6, 2023 (2-0)

City Council

Council adopted Ordinance No. 271/2022 regarding continuing disability benefits. Several other ordinances were referred to committees or postponed to future dates. A resident expressed concerns regarding ethical violations and costs associated with the Hall of Fame.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 271/2022 amending disability benefits (11-0)
• Postponed Ordinance #22 regarding Hall of Fame TIF agreement to 11/28/22 (Unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance #23 regarding Mills Industrial Park TIF territory to 12/5/22 (Unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance #24 regarding Mills Business Park Non-School TIF to 12/5/22 (Unanimous)
• Referred Ordinance #13 (Lehman Housing Partners TIF) to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred Ordinance #14 and #15 (Replats) to Public Safety & Thoroughfares Committee
• Referred Ordinance #16 (Funding sources) to Finance Committee
• Referred Ordinance #17 (Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant lease) to Environmental & Public Utilities Committee

Records Commission

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Records Commission

The commission will meet to approve minutes from the May 19, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes reviewing records retention schedules for the Building Code, Civil Service, and Police departments.

• Approval of May 19, 2022, meeting minutes
• Records retention schedules for Building Code
• Records retention schedules for Civil Service
• Records retention schedules for Police Department

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to consider several contract actions, including a change order for the Timken Pl./Clark Ave. Connector Project, supply contracts for the 11th St. Improvement Project, and an amendment to extend a contract for the JRC Learning Center. These are routine administrative approvals for capital projects and purchases.

• Change Order No. 1 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $57,266.64 (new total $437,676.67) for Timken Pl./Clark Ave. Connector Project
• One-time supply contract with Pipelines, Inc. for pipe and fittings for 11th St. Improvement Project (bid items 2,3,4,5,7,8,9,11,13,14,18,19,21)
• One-time supply contract with Core & Main LP for pipe and fittings for 11th St. Improvement Project (bid items 1,6,10,12,15,16,17,20,22)
• Contract amendment with JR Coleman Family Services Corp. extending JRC Learning Center capital improvements deadline to March 31, 2023

The Board of Control approved a contract extension for the JRC Learning Center and a change order for the Timken Pl./Clark Ave. Connector Project. Additionally, two supply contracts for the 11th St. Improvement Project were awarded.

• Approved contract amendment for JR Coleman Family Services Corp. to extend JRC Learning Center expiration to March 31, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Wenger Excavating, Inc. in the amount of $57,266.64 for Timken Pl./Clark Ave. Connector Project (3-0)
• Approved supply contract with Pipelines, Inc. for 11th St. Improvement Project (3-0)
• Approved supply contract with Core & Main LP for 11th St. Improvement Project (3-0)

City Council

Council established a Joint Economic Development District with Perry Township to incentivize business growth. The body also approved several grants for public safety and community services, including $1.25M for the COPS Hiring Program. Additionally, Council authorized property acquisitions for road and bridge projects.

• Approved Joint Economic Development District (JEDD) with Perry Township (12-0)
• Approved $1.25M COPS Hiring Program grant, appropriating $200,000 for 2022 (12-0)
• Approved $300,000 ARPA grant for J Babe Stearn Community Center (12-0)
• Approved $74,760 ARPA grant for two mobile crime-prevention trailers (12-0)
• Approved $2,500 Walmart Local Community grant for Fire Department (12-0)
• Approved $49,700 contract with Burgess & Niple for Northeast Water Treatment Plant study (12-0)
• Authorized property acquisition for Roberts Ave. NW and 26th St. NW right-of-way (12-0)
• Authorized property appropriation for 15th St. SW bridge replacement (12-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider four contract awards at its special meeting. These include home repair contracts funded by Lead Hazard Reduction and Healthy Homes grants, a demolition contract for the Clarendon Ave. Pedestrian Bridge, and a professional services agreement for a building assessment of City Hall.

• Professional services agreement with Rick Dale Construction, LLC for $11,050.00 in Lead Hazard Reduction grant funds for home repairs at 118 Lincoln Ave. NW
• Professional services agreement with Mount Corrick Construction, Inc. for $32,785.00 (including $28,050.00 Lead Hazard Reduction and $4,735.00 Healthy Homes funds) for home repairs at 314 14th St. NE
• Contract with C&J Contractors, Inc. for $216,720.00 for demolition of the Clarendon Ave. Pedestrian Bridge (GP 1321)
• Professional services agreement with American Structurepoint, Inc. for $119,600.00 for a Building Assessment Plan of Canton City Hall

The Board of Control approved several professional services agreements for home repairs and city infrastructure. This included funding for lead hazard reduction and a building assessment for City Hall.

• Approved $216,720 contract with C&J Contractors, Inc. for Clarendon Ave. Pedestrian Bridge demolition (2-0)
• Approved $119,600 agreement with American Structurepoint, Inc. for Canton City Hall Building Assessment Plan (2-0)
• Approved $32,785 agreement with Mount Corrick Construction, Inc. for home repairs at 314 14th St. NE (2-0)
• Approved $11,050 agreement with Rick Dale Construction, LLC for home repairs at 118 Lincoln Ave. NW (2-0)

City Council

Canton City Council approved the renewal of the Downtown Canton Special Improvement District operating assessment. The council also adopted several ordinances for public safety grants and infrastructure projects, while postponing a grant agreement for the J Babe Stearn Community Center.

• Approved renewal of Downtown Canton Special Improvement District operating assessment (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #25 for real property tax exemption for Steinway Blvd. LLC and Emaxx Northeast Ohio LLC (11-0)
• Approved 2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant for equipment purchases (11-0)
• Approved FFY 2023 Impaired Driving Enforcement Program grant ($54,910.36) (11-0)
• Approved $55,490.00 grant from the Office of Justice Program for 'We Believe in Canton' (11-0)
• Approved $288,864.89 change order for Cleveland Avenue water main replacement (11-0)
• Approved $57,266.64 change order for Timken Pl./Clark Ave. connector project (11-0)
• Postponed Ordinance #34 regarding $300,000 ARPA grant for J Babe Stearn Community Center

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider three ordinances at its special meeting. It will vote on awarding a contract for fire turnout gear, a legal services contract for a lawsuit related to the Water Reclamation Facility construction project, and five-year contracts for trash and landscape cleanup in neighborhood improvement areas.

• Award $80,460 to Fire Safety Services, Inc. for fire turnout gear coats and pants
• Contract with Bricker & Eckler LLP up to $250,000 for legal services in Water Reclamation Facility lawsuit
• Five-year contracts with JT Lawn Care, NEO Earth Movers, Johnny O's, Chandler's Complete Clean, and Reiss Landscaping for trash and debris cleanup in NIP areas

The Board of Control approved a legal services contract for a water facility lawsuit and a purchase for fire department gear. The board also approved five-year landscaping and debris removal contracts for the Building Code Department to be funded by ARPA funds.

• Approved $80,460.00 contract with Fire Safety Services, Inc. for fire turnout gear (3-0)
• Approved professional services contract with Bricker & Eckler LLP not to exceed $250,000.00 for Water Reclamation Facility lawsuit legal services (3-0)
• Approved five-year contracts with JT Lawn Care, LLC, NEO Earth Movers, LLC, Johnny O’s, Inc., Chandler’s Complete Clean, Inc., and Reiss Landscaping, Inc. for Neighborhood Improvement Program and vacant area maintenance (3-0)

City Council

City Council approved the purchase of approximately 48 bulletproof vests for the police department and authorized wet reflective pavement markings on US-62. The body also adopted a resolution regarding the Stark County Undivided Local Government Fund and recognized the retirement of Law Director Kristen Bates Aylward.

• Approved purchase of approximately 48 bulletproof vests for Canton Police Department (10-0)
• Approved wet reflective pavement markings on US-62 from Morris Rd. to the east corp. limit (10-0)
• Adopted extension of alternative method for apportioning Stark County Undivided Local Government Fund 2023-2027 (10-0)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1 congratulating Nicole Grimwood as 2022 Fire Prevention Essay Contest winner (Unanimous)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1A congratulating Law Director Kristen Bates Aylward on her retirement (Unanimous)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider several contracts and change orders, including a $1.58 million increase for the West Tuscarawas Corridor Safety Project, a new fuel credit card services contract, and a radio maintenance agreement. The board is also voting on extending a youth training program contract and a small change order for a paving project.

• Change Order No. 1 with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for $1,575,171.00 for West Tuscarawas Corridor Safety Project Phase 1, new total $1,975,171.00
• Three-year contract with Stan Boyett and Son, Inc. for fuel credit card services (with two one-year extension options)
• One-year contract with ComProducts, Inc. dba B&C Communications for $42,978.00 for Motorola radio maintenance
• Contract amendment with Enrichment for youth training and fine arts program, extending to November 30, 2022
• Change Order No. 1 with Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for $8,892.88 for 3rd St. SE Resurfacing, new total $543,785.88

The Board of Control approved several contracts and change orders, including a significant funding increase for the West Tuscarawas Corridor Safety Project. Other actions included a paving project change order and a radio maintenance contract.

• Approved $1,575,171.00 change order for West Tuscarawas Corridor Safety Project, Phase 1 (3-0)
• Approved $8,892.88 change order for 3rd St. SE Resurfacing with Northstar Asphalt, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved $42,978.00 radio maintenance contract with ComProducts, Inc. dba B&C Communications (3-0)
• Approved three-year fuel credit card services contract with Stan Boyett and Son, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved contract extension for Enrichment youth training and fine arts program to Nov 30, 2022 (3-0)

City Council

Council approved several ordinances related to public safety, including the purchase of police interceptors and the creation of a wellness and recruitment fund. The body also adopted a new classification plan for the Building Code Department and approved a lot replat for Habitat for Humanity.

• Approved purchase of 2022 Ram 1500 Classic for $41,304.00 (Unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Ashanti Monroe as Administrative Assistant V (Unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance #237/2022 establishing classification plan for Building Code Department (10-0, 1 abstain)
• Adopted Ordinance #238/2022 authorizing sole source purchase of two police interceptors (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #239/2022 approving replat of lots 22484 & 22485 for Habitat for Humanity (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #240/2022 creating ARPA 2022 Wellness and Recruitment Fund for police (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #241/2022 paying moral obligations to Caplea Studio Architects (10-1)
• Adopted Ordinance #243/2022 authorizing certification of delinquent water, sanitation, and sewer charges (11-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 225/2022 to enter into a contract with DWA Recreation, Inc. for $496,078.36 to purchase playground equipment for Weis, Meyer, Bernard, and Maryland Parks. The purchase is made through the Omnia Cooperative Purchasing Program, which exempts it from competitive bidding.

• Contract with DWA Recreation, Inc. for $496,078.36
• Playground equipment for Weis, Meyer, Bernard, and Maryland Parks
• Purchase via Omnia Cooperative Purchasing Program, exempt from bidding

The Board of Control approved a $496,078.36 contract with DWA Recreation, Inc. for playground equipment at Weis, Meyer, Bernard, and Maryland Parks. The purchase was exempt from competitive bidding under the Omnia Cooperative Purchasing Program. The board noted that finalizing the contract by October 31 would save $136,000. The vote was 3-0.

• Approved $496,078.36 contract with DWA Recreation, Inc. for playground equipment at Weis, Meyer, Bernard, and Maryland Parks (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering two change orders for ongoing construction projects. One adds $8,019.18 to the Steese Area Roadway and Drainage project for sewer repair, and the other adds $110,560.00 to the Rebar Ave. NE/US-62 Realignment project for oversight services due to schedule changes.

• Change Order No. 4 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $8,019.18 (Steese Area Roadway and Drainage-Phase 1, 39th St. NW Project, GP 1284), new total $3,353,131.17
• Change Order No. 1 with Omnipro Services, LLC for $110,560.00 (Rebar Ave. NE/US-62 Realignment (Amazon), GP1378 Project), new total $224,148.00

The Canton Board of Control approved two change orders: $8,019 for sewer repair on the Steese Area Roadway project and $110,560 for oversight services on the Rebar Ave. realignment project. Both were approved unanimously (3-0).

• Approved Change Order No. 4 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $8,019.18 for sanitary sewer repair on the Steese Area Roadway and Drainage-Phase 1, 39th St. NW Project (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 with Omnipro Services, LLC for $110,560.00 for construction oversight on the Rebar Ave. NE/US-62 Realignment (Amazon) Project (3-0)

City Council

The council voted unanimously to suspend Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 22 through 27 to the agenda, while retaining Ordinance 28 in committee. No final votes on any ordinances were taken; all substantive decisions were procedural. Three residents spoke during public speaks on gun violence, a food drive, and a vehicle towing dispute.

• Suspended Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 22-27 (10-0)
• Retained Ordinance 28 in committee (10-0)
• Excused Members Mariol and Hall from the meeting (10-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider four ordinances, including awarding a contract for tennis court resurfacing, approving a change order for a salt storage facility, entering a two-year wireless agreement, and amending a water treatment plant contract. All items are up for approval.

• Ordinance 159/2022: $386,000 contract with Vasco Asphalt Company for resurfacing six tennis courts at Weis Park
• Ordinance 227/2022: $120,000 change order with Stanley Miller Construction for 9th St. NE Salt Storage Facility, new total $2,087,331
• Ordinance 7/2022: Two-year Verizon Wireless agreement, estimated $125,000 for 250 lines
• Ordinance 11/2022: Contract amendment with Great Lakes Construction for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant to update Davis-Bacon wage rates

The Board of Control approved four items unanimously. They awarded a $386,000 contract to Vasco Asphalt Company to resurface six tennis courts at Weis Park, approved a $120,000 change order for the 9th St. NE salt storage facility renovation, entered a two-year $125,000 agreement with Verizon Wireless for city wireless devices, and approved a contract amendment for the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant project to update prevailing wage rates.

• Approved contract with Vasco Asphalt Company for $386,000 to resurface six tennis courts at Weis Park (3-0).
• Approved Change Order No. 1 with Stanley Miller Construction Co. for $120,000 to add a loading dock at the 9th St. NE salt storage facility, new total $2,087,331 (3-0).
• Approved two-year agreement with Verizon Wireless for up to $125,000 covering 250 lines for all city department wireless devices (3-0).
• Approved Contract Amendment No. 1 with The Great Lakes Construction Company for the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant project to update Davis Bacon wage rates (3-0).

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider five items at this special meeting, all involving contracts or change orders. These include a change order for the Cleveland Ave.-2nd St. NW Onesto Streetscape Project, final closeout change orders for two Edgefield Area water main replacement projects, and a contract for water pipe purchase.

• Change Order No. 1 with The Shelly Company for Cleveland Ave.-2nd St. NW Onesto Streetscape Project (GP1362) for $5,875.37, new contract total $174,695.12
• Change Order No. 1 & Final with Gudenkauf, LLC for 2021 City Fiber Optic Project (GP1354) reducing cost by $950.00, new total $205,523.00
• Change Order No. 1 & Final with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Edgefield Area Phase I Water Main Replacement Project reducing cost by $6,706.92, new total $1,303,515.83
• Change Order No. 1 & Final with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Edgefield Area Phase 2 Water Main Replacement Project reducing cost by $22,492.13, new total $1,463,255.22
• Contract with Ferguson Enterprises LLC dba Ferguson Waterworks for 600 LF of 8" C909 PVCO pipe at $23.20 per LF for Water Department

The Board of Control approved five items unanimously (3-0), including change orders for the Onesto Streetscape Project, fiber optic project, and two water main replacement projects, as well as a contract for PVCO pipe for the Edgefield Project. All actions were approved without opposition.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 with The Shelly Company for Onesto Streetscape Project, increasing contract to $174,695.12 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 & Final with Gudenkauf, LLC for City Fiber Optic Project, reducing contract to $205,523.00 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 & Final with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Edgefield Phase I Water Main Replacement, reducing contract to $1,303,515.83 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 & Final with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Edgefield Phase 2 Water Main Replacement, reducing contract to $1,463,255.22 (3-0)
• Approved contract with Ferguson Enterprises LLC for 600 LF of PVCO pipe at $23.20 per LF for Water Department (3-0)

City Council

Canton City Council adopted nine ordinances on third reading, including two annexations and a zoning code amendment, and passed two informal resolutions supporting H.C.R. 14 on childhood trauma and recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month. All votes were unanimous (11-0) except one abstention on Ordinance 27. No substantive decisions were denied or tabled.

• Adopted Ordinance 19 amending fence and wall zoning code (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 20 annexing 0.091 acre on Regent Ave (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21 annexing 12.516 acres at 3801 Harmont Ave NE (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 22 appropriating funds for legal research and probation services (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23 appropriating funds for indigent interlock monitoring and treatment (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 24 appropriating funds for Early Head Start program (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25 appropriating funds for Market Ave water main replacement (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 26 conveying sanitary sewer rights for Harmont Ave annexation (11-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding whether to award a contract to S.A. Comunale Co. Inc. for $105,997 to demolish and install one steam boiler at the Civic Center, as outlined in Ordinance 69/2022. This is the sole item on the agenda.

• Ordinance 69/2022: Contract with S.A. Comunale Co. Inc. for $105,997 for demolition and installation of one steam boiler at the Civic Center

The Board of Control approved a contract with S.A. Comunale Co. Inc. for $105,997 to demolish and install one steam boiler at the Civic Center, funded by ARPA funds. The motion passed unanimously (3-0). The meeting was brief and adjourned at 9:06 AM.

• Approved $105,997 contract with S.A. Comunale Co. Inc. for boiler replacement at Civic Center (3-0)

City Council

Council voted 11-0 to adopt Ordinance 222/2022, accepting an $18,000 grant from the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services for the 2021 Project Safe Neighborhood program. The funds will be used for overtime enforcement in a one-square-mile focus area that includes the Ellisdale and Chips housing complexes. Council also adopted an informal resolution authorizing up to $47,200 for a storm sewer installation on Lennis Ct. SW. Two public speakers accused Council President Sherer of racism and abuse of power during the prior meeting's public speaks period.

• Adopted Ordinance 222/2022 accepting $18,000 Project Safe Neighborhood grant for police overtime enforcement (11-0)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1 authorizing up to $47,200 for storm sewer installation on Lennis Ct. SW (voice vote, unanimous)
• Excused Council Member Smuckler from the meeting (11-0)
• Suspended Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 15-23 to the agenda (11-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider several contracts and agreements, including a sanitation truck purchase, fire department equipment, snow plow software, bulk fuel supply, a homelessness prevention contract amendment, and a loan for a logistics project. All items are up for approval at this meeting.

• Contract amendment with Refuge of Hope Ministries for rapid rehousing, extending to April 30, 2023
• $355,268.00 purchase of Heil Half/Pack Commercial Front Loader Sanitation Truck from MacQueen Equipment
• 36-month contract with NeoTreks for PlowOps software and tablets, initial cost $23,126.25 plus monthly fees
• One-year bulk fuel supply contract with Petroleum Traders Corporation
• Fire Department purchases from Stryker Sales: $91,500.39 for LIFEPAK defibrillators and $128,407.11 for Auto Load Cot Systems

The Board of Control approved seven contracts and agreements, including a $355,268 sanitation truck, $219,907 in fire department equipment, a rehousing contract extension with Refuge of Hope Ministries, and a $300,000 loan for Canton Logistics pending income tax approval. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved contract amendment with Refuge of Hope Ministries extending rapid rehousing contract to April 30, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved $355,268 purchase of Heil sanitation truck from MacQueen Equipment (3-0)
• Approved 36-month PlowOps snow plow tracking software contract with NeoTreks, initial $23,126.25 plus monthly fees (3-0)
• Approved one-year bulk fuel supply contract with Petroleum Traders Corporation (3-0)
• Approved $91,500.39 for LIFEPAK monitor/defibrillator for Fire Department (3-0)
• Approved $128,407.11 for Auto Load Cot Systems for Fire Department (3-0)
• Approved up to $300,000 loan agreement with Canton Logistics for GAP financing, pending income tax approval (3-0)

City Council

Canton City Council adopted 29 ordinances on third reading, including expanding the HOF Village Tourism Development District, authorizing a 30-year tax increment financing (TIF) agreement for Kirby Industrial/Amazon improvements, and approving multiple replats for Habitat for Humanity. The meeting also featured extended public comments from residents demanding police reform and accountability following the death of James Williams.

• Adopted Ordinance 198/2022 enlarging the HOF Village Tourism Development District boundaries (11 yeas, 1 nay).
• Adopted Ordinance 199/2022 authorizing a cooperative agreement for Port Authority revenue bonds to fund tourism facilities.
• Adopted Ordinance 221/2022 establishing a 30-year, 100% tax exemption for Kirby Industrial/Amazon improvements with payments in lieu of taxes (10 yeas, 2 nays).
• Adopted Ordinance 193/2022 ratifying emergency road repairs on 6th St SE and 9th St SW.
• Adopted Ordinance 195/2022 authorizing hiring Daniel Martin as Assistant Superintendent of Public Works at $85,000/year.
• Adopted Ordinance 197/2022 authorizing neighborhood and right-of-way cleanups using ARPA funds.
• Adopted Ordinance 196/2022 raising attorney Richard Nicodemo's pay to $47.29/hour.
• Adopted Ordinance 220/2022 establishing the Eastridge Road (West) Extension non-school TIF with Harmont Holdings and McKinley Development.

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 171/2022 to authorize agreements for a loan of up to $5,000,000 to the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co. for infrastructure construction of Phase II of the Hall of Fame Village project. This is the sole item on the special meeting agenda.

• Ordinance 171/2022: loan up to $5,000,000 to Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co.
• Infrastructure construction for Phase II of Hall of Fame Village project

The Board of Control approved a loan agreement not to exceed $5,000,000 to the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co. for infrastructure construction of Phase II of the Hall of Fame Village project. The motion passed 2-0 with no discussion. The meeting was brief and adjourned immediately after the vote.

• Approved loan agreement up to $5M for Hall of Fame Village Phase II infrastructure (2-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider two contracts at its special meeting: one for a new sanitation truck and another for snow plow tracking software and tablets. Both purchases are being made through cooperative purchasing programs, which exempt them from competitive bidding.

• Contract with MacQueen Equipment, LLC for $355,268.00 for one Heil Half/Pack Commercial Front Loader Sanitation Truck
• 36-month contract with NeoTreks, Inc. for PlowOps Snow Plow Vehicle Tracking Software and Tablets
• Initial purchase price of $23,126.25 for tablets, hardware, and first monthly software fee
• Monthly fees: $1,326.00 for PlowOps Standard Subscription, $102.00 for Proximity Sensor Add-On, $21.25 for Dash Camera Add-On

The Board of Control tabled two proposed contracts: a $355,268 purchase of a Heil sanitation truck from MacQueen Equipment and a 36-month $23,126.25 initial plus monthly fees contract with NeoTreks for snow plow tracking software. Both items were tabled without discussion by a 2-0 vote. No substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled $355,268 contract for Heil sanitation truck (2-0)
• Tabled 36-month NeoTreks PlowOps software contract (2-0)

City Council

Canton City Council held a public hearing on a small annexation at 2525 Clearview Ave NW and adopted three informal resolutions: $49,850 for Jackson Pool demolition, $41,304 for a 2022 Ram 1500 for the fire department, and $49,066 for video conferencing equipment for Courtroom 2. All resolutions passed unanimously. Council also postponed five third-reading ordinances to the next meeting. The meeting included public comments about the James Williams case and police conduct, after which three council members left early.

• Adopted Resolution #1: $49,850 for Jackson Pool demolition (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #2: $41,304 for purchase of 2022 Ram 1500 for fire department (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #3: $49,066 for video conferencing equipment for Courtroom 2 (unanimous voice vote)
• Postponed Ordinance #40 (2525 Clearview Ave NW annexation) to 9/19/22 (unanimous voice vote)
• Postponed Ordinance #41 ($4,029.61 bulletproof vest fund supplement) to 9/19/22 (unanimous voice vote)
• Postponed Ordinance #42 ($110,000 for Pro Football Hall of Fame expenses) to 9/19/22 (unanimous voice vote)
• Postponed Ordinance #43 ($360,000 for front-loading packer) to 9/19/22 (unanimous voice vote)
• Postponed Ordinance #44 (route management equipment contract) to 9/19/22 (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering three ordinances to enter into contracts using federal funds. Ordinance 191/2022 would distribute over $1.2 million in ARPA funds to local organizations. Ordinance 176/2022 would allocate CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds for housing, public facilities, and social services. Ordinance 187/2022 would contract with Motter & Meadows Architects for $117,400 to oversee the Health Department renovation.

• ARPA grants: Malone University $300,000, Stark County Mental Health & Addiction Recovery $211,711, ICAN Housing $132,066
• CDBG: McKinley Square $2,100,000, Goodwill $154,920, JRC Northeast $159,767
• HOME: ABCD $300,000, ICAN $54,000, YWCA $60,000
• ESG: ICAN Homeless Prevention $125,364.65, SCCAA YAP $151,000
• Health Department renovation design contract $117,400

The Board of Control approved three ordinances. Ordinance 191/2022 authorized contracts using $1,398,137 in American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funds for grants to 15 organizations including ICAN Housing, Malone University, and Habitat for Humanity. Ordinance 176/2022 approved contracts using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME, and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) funds totaling over $4.5 million for housing, social services, and economic development projects. Ordinance 187/2022 approved a $117,400 contract with Motter & Meadows Architects for design and construction oversight of the Health Department Renovation Project using ARPA funds. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved Ordinance 191/2022: $1,398,137 in ARPA grant contracts to 15 organizations including ICAN Housing, Beacon Charitable Pharmacy, Habitat for Humanity, Malone University, and Simply Youth (3-0).
• Approved Ordinance 176/2022: CDBG, HOME, and ESG grant contracts for housing, social services, and economic development projects including $2.1M for McKinley Square home construction and $540,000 for McKinley Park rental rehab (3-0).
• Approved Ordinance 187/2022: $117,400 professional services contract with Motter & Meadows Architects for Health Department Renovation Project design and oversight using ARPA funds (3-0).

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering two ordinances. The first authorizes a loan of up to $5,000,000 to Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co. for infrastructure construction of Phase II of the Hall of Fame Village Project. The second approves a change order with Turf Alliance, LLC for $14,912, increasing the contract for Thurman Munson Stadium field work to $1,376,366.

• Loan up to $5,000,000 to Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co. for Phase II infrastructure
• Change Order No. 2 with Turf Alliance, LLC for $14,912
• New contract amount $1,376,366 for Thurman Munson Stadium resurfacing
• Storm Water Analysis and Permit development
• Removal of asphalt found under Field #2

The Board of Control approved a $14,912 change order with Turf Alliance, LLC for work at Thurman Munson Stadium, increasing the contract to $1,376,366. A proposed $5 million loan to Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co. for Phase II infrastructure was tabled.

• Approved Change Order No. 2 with Turf Alliance, LLC for $14,912 (3-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 171/2022 for a $5,000,000 loan to Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co.

City Council

Canton City Council approved several supplemental appropriations and adopted ordinances for replats, tax increment financing designations, and a refuse packer purchase. Public comment addressed police accountability, property maintenance, utility payment changes, and the deteriorating Jackson Pool property. Council also postponed a cooperative agreement for HOF Village revenue bonds until September 19.

• Adopted Ordinance 188/2022: $12,168 supplemental appropriation for Community Development (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 189/2022: $2,500 supplemental appropriation for Canton Helping Canton (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 190/2022: $3.62M supplemental appropriations for health insurance and income tax funds (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 191/2022: $60,000 supplemental appropriation for community development programs (10-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 192/2022: authorized moral obligations for Edgefield Phase II water main project (11-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 34 (HOF Village revenue bond cooperative agreement) until September 19, 2022 (voice vote unanimous)
• Suspended Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 27-31 to the agenda (11-0)
• Suspended statutory rules and adopted Ordinance 24 (supplemental appropriation) as emergency (11-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and change orders, including a $2.1 million waterline replacement project and a $1.3 million streetscape project. The board will also vote on vehicle purchases and professional services agreements for construction oversight.

• Award $2,099,085.90 contract to Wenger Excavating for Market Ave. N. Waterline Replacement
• Approve $205,480.00 oversight agreement with Municipal Companies for the waterline project
• Purchase two Ford vehicles for Water Department totaling $113,236.00
• Approve Change Order No. 3 for $24,845.00 on Steese Area Roadway project, new total $3,345,111.99
• Award $1,295,100.00 contract to Stanley Miller for Market Ave. S. Streetscape Phase 3

The Board of Control approved a $2,099,085.90 construction contract with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for the Market Ave. N. Waterline Replacement Project, along with a $205,480.00 oversight agreement with Municipal Service Group. The board also approved contracts for two Water Department vehicles totaling $113,236.00, a $24,845.00 change order for the Steese Area Roadway and Drainage Project, a $1,303,814.12 contract for the Market Ave. S. Streetscape Project Phase 3, and a $410,870.02 engineering services agreement for the Colonial Blvd. NE Reconstruction Project. All votes were unanimous 2-0 or 3-0.

• Approved $2,099,085.90 construction contract with Wenger Excavating for Market Ave. N. Waterline Replacement (2-0).
• Approved $205,480.00 professional services agreement with Municipal Service Group for construction oversight of the waterline project (2-0).
• Approved $113,236.00 purchase of two Ford vehicles (Transit XL Cargo Van and F550 XLT Chassis/Cab) for the Water Department (2-0).
• Approved $24,845.00 Change Order No. 3 with Wenger Excavating for extra paving and striping on the Steese Area Roadway and Drainage Project (2-0).
• Approved $1,303,814.12 construction contract with Stanley Miller Construction for Market Ave. S. Streetscape Project Phase 3, after correcting a math error (2-0).
• Approved $410,870.02 professional services agreement with Omnipro Services for Colonial Blvd. NE Reconstruction Project engineering (3-0).

City Council

Canton City Council adopted several ordinances, including a specialized docket grant, a water main replacement project, and a health department renovation design contract. The meeting also featured public comments on youth programs, housing development, vehicle thefts, and code enforcement. No substantive decisions were made beyond the adopted ordinances.

• Adopted Ordinance 184/2022 authorizing $90,000 specialized docket subsidy grant (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 185/2022 amending street utility application procedures (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 186/2022 appropriating $1,155,800 for water, sewer, and refuse operations (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 187/2022 authorizing contract with Motter & Meadows Architects for health department renovation design (12-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and change orders. The most significant item is awarding a $37,082,400 construction contract for the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant and Wellfields Improvement Project, along with a $2,662,500 oversight contract. The board will also consider a sidewalk rehabilitation contract, a storm sewer project change order, and a legal services agreement.

• $37,082,400 construction contract with Great Lakes Construction Company for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant and Wellfields Improvement Project
• $2,662,500 professional service contract with Burgess & Niple, Inc. for construction oversight of Sugar Creek project
• $532,530.50 construction contract with The Shelly Company for 30th St. NW Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project
• Change Order No. 2 & Final with Wenger Excavating, Inc. reducing Eastpointe Blvd. NE Storm Sewer Project cost by $5,116.75 to $334,295.35
• $55,000 professional services agreement with Black, McCuskey, Souers & Arbaugh LPA for Workers' Compensation legal assistance

The Board of Control approved a $37,082,400 construction contract with Great Lakes Construction Company for the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant and Wellfields Improvement Project. Also approved was a $2,662,500 professional services contract with Burgess & Niple for construction oversight, a $532,530.50 sidewalk rehabilitation contract with The Shelly Company, a $5,116.75 change order reduction for a storm sewer project, and a $55,000 legal services agreement for workers' compensation cases. All votes were 2-0.

• Approved $37,082,400 construction contract with Great Lakes Construction for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant (2-0)
• Approved $2,662,500 professional services contract with Burgess & Niple for construction oversight (2-0)
• Approved $532,530.50 sidewalk rehabilitation contract with The Shelly Company for 30th St. NW (2-0)
• Approved $5,116.75 change order reduction with Wenger Excavating for Eastpointe Blvd. storm sewer project (2-0)
• Approved $55,000 legal services agreement with Black, McCuskey, Souers & Arbaugh for workers' compensation cases (2-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 43/2022, which would amend a subaward grant agreement with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio. The amendment clarifies that $350,000 in ARPA funds are for playground equipment only at the Compton Learning Center and adjusts prevailing wage requirements.

• Contract Amendment No. 1 to Subaward Grant Agreement with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio
• $350,000 in ARPA funds for playground equipment at Compton Learning Center
• Amendment to prevailing wage requirements
• Funds clarified for playground equipment only

The Board of Control unanimously approved Ordinance 43/2022, a contract amendment with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio that commits $350,000 in ARPA funds for playground equipment at the Compton Learning Center. The amendment also clarifies prevailing wage requirements and specifies that funds are for equipment only.

• Approved Ordinance 43/2022, Contract Amendment No. 1 with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio for $350,000 in ARPA funds for playground equipment at Compton Learning Center (3-0)

City Council

Canton City Council adopted 14 ordinances, including supplemental appropriations for the Colonial Blvd reconstruction project, authorization for HUD grant agreements, and several property replats. The council also adopted a resolution honoring Juneteenth celebration organizers. All votes were unanimous except for one ordinance authorizing sole-source vehicle purchases, which passed 9-2.

• Adopted Ordinance 172/2022, supplemental appropriations for Colonial Blvd reconstruction (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 173/2022, declaring vehicles as sole-source purchases (9-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 174/2022, authorizing water supply revolving loan application (10-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Ordinance 175/2022, authorizing water pollution control loan fund agreement (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 176/2022, authorizing HUD 2022 Annual Action Plan and grant agreements (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 180/2022, accepting replat for Habitat for Humanity, 400 blk Girard Ave SE (11-0)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1, honoring Juneteenth celebration organizers (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 183/2022, amending health and welfare benefits section (11-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and amendments, including a major $3.15 million ARPA-funded agreement with Habitat for Humanity for neighborhood home revitalizations. They will also vote on a HOME-funded new construction agreement, water treatment chemical supply contracts, a change order for a water main project, legal services, an elevator replacement, and a software subscription amendment.

• Contract Amendment No. 1 with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio for $3,150,000 (ARPA funds) for neighborhood home revitalizations
• New Construction HOME Funding Agreement with Habitat for Humanity for up to $250,000 for five single-family homes
• 1-year supply contract with Univar Solutions USA, Inc. for hydrofluorosilicic acid at $0.2690 per pound
• 1-year supply contract with JCI Jones Chemicals, Inc. for liquid chlorine at $1.2765 per pound
• Change Order No. 1 & Final with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $10,573.90 cost reduction on Parkridge Circle NW Water Main Extension Project

The Canton Board of Control approved a $3.15 million ARPA-funded contract amendment with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio for neighborhood home revitalizations, along with a $250,000 HOME funding agreement for five new homes pending City Council approval. The board also approved contracts for water treatment chemicals, an elevator replacement, and a NEOGOV subscription, while tabling a workers' comp legal services agreement and a water main change order.

• Approved $3.15M ARPA contract amendment with Habitat for Humanity (3-0)
• Approved $250,000 HOME funding agreement for 5 new homes, pending Council approval (3-0)
• Approved $0.2690/lb hydrofluorosilicic acid supply contract with Univar Solutions (3-0)
• Approved $1.2765/lb liquid chlorine supply contract with JCI Jones Chemicals (3-0)
• Tabled Change Order No. 1 with Wenger Excavating for Parkridge Circle water main project (0-0)
• Tabled $55,000 legal services agreement with Black, McCuskey, Souers & Arbaugh for workers' comp cases
• Approved $83,192 contract with TK Elevator for City Hall elevator cylinder replacement (3-0)
• Approved $2,100.74 annual NEOGOV text messaging subscription (3-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several ordinances, including a $1 million ARPA-funded subaward to Canton For All People for acquiring and renovating 15 single-family homes in the Shorb Neighborhood. The board will also vote on construction and professional service contracts for waterline replacement, a civic center study, legal services, a payment platform amendment, and paving projects.

• Ordinance 164/2022: $1,000,000 ARPA subaward to Canton For All People for 15 homes in Shorb Neighborhood
• Ordinance 62/2022: $1,518,058.50 construction contract with Wenger Excavating for Harvard Ave. Waterline Replacement
• Ordinance 62/2022: $141,032.00 contract with Anser Advisory for oversight of Harvard Ave. project
• Ordinance 169/2022: $99,640.00 contract with Sol Harris/Day for Civic Center Facility Needs Assessment
• Ordinance 87/2022: $1,967,331.00 construction contract with Stanley Miller for 9th St. NE Salt Storage Facility Renovations

The Board of Control approved a $1 million ARPA subaward agreement with Canton For All People Acquisition and Holdings LLC to acquire and renovate 15 single-family homes in the Shorb Neighborhood. They also approved contracts for the Harvard Ave. waterline replacement, a Civic Center needs assessment, a salt storage facility renovation, and the 2022 paving program. A legal services agreement for workers' compensation was tabled after discussion.

• Approved $1M ARPA subaward for Shorb neighborhood home renovations (3-0)
• Approved $1,518,058.50 construction contract with Wenger Excavating for Harvard Ave. waterline (3-0)
• Approved $141,032 professional services contract with Anser Advisory for waterline oversight (3-0)
• Approved $99,640 contract with Sol Harris/Day for Civic Center needs assessment (3-0)
• Tabled legal services agreement with Black, McCuskey for workers' comp (0-0)
• Approved Paymentus contract amendment for parking billing (3-0)
• Approved $1,967,331 construction contract with Stanley Miller for salt storage renovation (3-0)
• Approved $429,880 paving contract with The Shelly Company (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding whether to award two construction contracts: one for the Allen Avenue SE Area Sanitary Sewer and Waterline Project and one for the 2022 Chip Seal Program. Both projects were competitively bid, with the contracts going to the lowest bidders.

• Award $224,456.85 contract to Specialized Construction, Inc. for 2022 Chip Seal Program (GP 1383)
• Award $6,170,392.50 contract to HM Miller Construction Co. for Allen Avenue SE Area Sanitary Sewer and Waterline Project (G.P. 1332)

The Board of Control unanimously approved two contracts: a $6,170,392.50 contract with HM Miller Construction Co. for the Allen Avenue SE Area Sanitary Sewer and Waterline Project, and a $224,456.85 contract with Specialized Construction, Inc. for the 2022 Chip Seal Program. Both motions passed 3-0.

• Approved $6,170,392.50 contract with HM Miller Construction Co. for Allen Avenue SE sewer/waterline project (3-0)
• Approved $224,456.85 contract with Specialized Construction, Inc. for 2022 Chip Seal Program (3-0)

City Council

Canton City Council approved the Willig Field upgrades project (8-2), a $5M loan to Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment for Phase II infrastructure (9-1, conditioned on Stark County loan), and a $1M ARPA subaward to Canton for All People. Several appropriation ordinances and a $300,000 Issue 13 loan to Canton Logistics were also adopted. The meeting included a resolution honoring the Canton Reds baseball team and public comments on police accountability.

• Adopted Willig Field upgrades project as Ordinance 166/2022 (8-2)
• Adopted $5M HOFV Phase II infrastructure loan as amended Ordinance 154/2022 (9-1)
• Adopted $1M ARPA subaward to Canton for All People as Ordinance 164/2022 (10-0)
• Adopted $300,000 Issue 13 loan to Canton Logistics as Ordinance 165/2022 (10-0)
• Adopted $55,000 workers' comp legal services contract as Ordinance 160/2022 (10-0)
• Adopted $10.8M Sugar Creek WTP renovation loan agreement as Ordinance 162/2022 (10-0)
• Adopted $13,500 K9 grant for two police dogs as Ordinance 170/2022 (10-0)
• Adopted $125,000 Civic Center needs assessment as Ordinance 169/2022 (9-1)

Canton Community Improvement Corporation

The Canton Community Improvement Corporation board will vote on several property and loan actions, including selling a property at 220 11th St. SE to the city for a road project, forgiving a loan balance, and ratifying a request for proposals for the Ford Property. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and financial reports.

• Authorize termination of lease with D&J Promotions, dba JeffCo Metals
• Accept $95,000 fair market value from City of Canton for 220 11th St. SE
• Authorize $75,000 grant agreement with JeffCo Metals for new scales
• Forgive $34,302.78 loan balance to A Total Image LLC and release mortgage on 3400 Tuscarawas St. W.
• Ratify RFP for Ford Property (parcels 10009758-10009762)

The Canton Community Improvement Corporation board unanimously approved terminating the lease with D&J Promotions (JeffCo Metals) at 1120 11th Street SE, accepting the City's $95,000 offer for the property at 220 11th St. SE, and entering into a $75,000 job retention grant agreement with JeffCo Metals. The board also approved forgiving a $34,302.78 loan balance to A Total Image LLC, ratified the RFP for the Ford Property, authorized a quit claim deed for 2812 Harvard Avenue NW, and appointed Tammy Diener as public records custodian. The motion to accept the transfer of the Ford Property was tabled until a developer proposal is received.

• Approved terminating lease with D&J Promotions (JeffCo Metals) (unanimous)
• Accepted $95,000 offer from City for property at 220 11th St. SE (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 grant agreement with D&J Promotions (unanimous)
• Forgave $34,302.78 loan balance to A Total Image LLC (unanimous)
• Ratified RFP for Ford Property (unanimous)
• Tabled transfer of Ford Property until developer proposal received
• Authorized quit claim deed for 2812 Harvard Avenue NW (8-0-1, Mariol abstained)
• Appointed Tammy Diener as public records custodian (unanimous)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved two contracts: a change order reducing costs by $240,168.17 for the Large Diameter Sanitary Sewer Cleaning & Televising 2021 Project, and a $122,202.96 purchase of a CCTV camera van for the Collection Systems Department. Both motions passed unanimously (3-0).

• Approved Change Order No. 1 & Final with Equix Integrity, Inc. for $240,168.17 cost reduction (3-0)
• Approved contract with The Safety Company, LLC dba MTech Company for $122,202.96 CCTV camera van (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding whether to award two contracts: one for sludge removal at the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant and another for storm sewer cleaning along US-30. Both contracts are for the City of Canton's Water and Street Departments.

• $77,000 contract with Noble Environmental Specialty Services, LLC for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Lagoon Cleanout
• $91,672.64 contract with Advance Sewer Systems, Inc. for US-30 Storm Sewer Cleaning & Televising 2022 Project

The Board of Control approved two contracts: $77,000 to Noble Environmental Specialty Services for sludge removal at the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant, and $91,672.64 to Advance Sewer Systems for storm sewer cleaning and televising on US-30. Both motions passed unanimously with 2 yeas and 0 nays. The meeting adjourned at 9:02 AM.

• Approved $77,000 contract with Noble Environmental Specialty Services for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant lagoon cleanout (2-0)
• Approved $91,672.64 contract with Advance Sewer Systems for US-30 Storm Sewer Cleaning & Televising 2022 (2-0)

City Council

Canton City Council adopted Ordinance 155/2022 establishing the Hall of Fame Village Community Entertainment District, with a public hearing held and no opposition voiced. Council also approved several other ordinances, including appropriations transfers, a CCTV camera van purchase, and a tennis court reconstruction project. The Willig Field upgrades project was postponed to July 25, 2022. Public speakers raised concerns about code enforcement and police conduct, but no formal action was taken on those matters.

• Adopted Ordinance 155/2022 establishing Hall of Fame Village Community Entertainment District (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 156/2022 transferring $185,000 for Viola Estates sanitary sewer project (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 157/2022 authorizing purchase of one CCTV camera van for Collection Systems (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 158/2022 amending sidewalk and curb responsibilities code sections (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 159/2022 authorizing Weis Park tennis court reconstruction (11-0)
• Postponed Willig Field upgrades project to July 25, 2022 (voice vote)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1 honoring Thomas Edward John Jr. (voice vote)
• Excused President Sherer and Member Smuckler from meeting (11-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider four contract actions, including a $574,341.39 ARPA-funded grant to the Greater Stark County Urban League for a workforce development program, a lease amendment for a downtown café, a farm lease extension change, and a scrap vehicle sale contract.

• Ordinance 154/2022: $574,341.39 ARPA grant to Greater Stark County Urban League for workforce development
• Ordinance 132/2021: Lease amendment with MOB Acquisitions, LLC for 215 W. Tuscarawas St., postponing August 2022 rent/utilities to December 2026, extending lease to Dec 30, 2026
• Ordinance 66/2017: Lease amendment with Jeff Bowling DBA Bowling Farms for ~40 acres in Pike Township, changing extension options to ten 1-year renewals
• Canton Codified Ordinance 107.07: One-year scrap vehicle sale contract with Metalico Akron, Inc. at $532.00 per vehicle, price adjustable monthly

The Board of Control approved four items unanimously (2-0). The largest was a $574,341.39 ARPA grant to The Greater Stark County Urban League for a workforce development program. Also approved were amendments to leases for a café/entertainment space and farmland, and a one-year scrap vehicle sale contract with Metalico Akron, Inc.

• Approved $574,341.39 ARPA grant to Greater Stark County Urban League for workforce development (2-0)
• Approved lease amendment with MOB Acquisitions, LLC for 215 W. Tuscarawas St., postponing August 2022 rent to December 2026 and extending lease to Dec 30, 2026 (2-0)
• Approved lease amendment with Jeff Bowling DBA Bowling Farms, changing extension options to ten 1-year renewals (2-0)
• Approved one-year scrap vehicle sale contract with Metalico Akron, Inc. at $532 per vehicle, renewable annually (2-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control met on June 28, 2022, to consider Ordinance 66/2022. The agenda lists the award of a construction contract for the Centennial Plaza Restrooms and Operation Support Facility. No other items are listed in the provided text.

• Ordinance 66/2022: Award contract to Stanley Miller Construction Company for $1,662,800.00
• Project: Centennial Plaza Restrooms and Operation Support Facility

The Board of Control approved a $1,662,800.00 contract with Stanley Miller Construction Company for the Centennial Plaza Restrooms and Operation Support Facility. The motion was made by Mayor Bernabei, seconded by Director Highman, and passed with a 2-0 vote. No discussion was held on the item.

• Approved $1,662,800.00 contract with Stanley Miller Construction Company for Centennial Plaza Restrooms and Operation Support Facility (2-0)

City Council

Canton City Council approved a $5 million loan to Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co. for Phase II infrastructure, adopted the 4955 Broadway Ave. NE annexation, and passed several other ordinances including a $574,341.39 contract with the Greater Stark County Urban League using ARPA funds. All votes were unanimous (11-0).

• Approved $5M loan to Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co. for Phase II infrastructure (11-0)
• Adopted annexation of 4955 Broadway Ave. NE, 3.998 acres, zoned I-1 Light Industry (11-0)
• Approved $574,341.39 contract with Greater Stark County Urban League using ARPA funds (11-0)
• Adopted $27,000 moral obligation payment to First Data Corp. for credit card services (11-0)
• Adopted $250,000 appropriation for PACE financing for HOF Village hotel (11-0)
• Adopted $25,000 appropriation for OneOhio opioid fund (11-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing up to $49,999.99 for water meter evaluation (voice vote)
• Reconsidered and amended annexation services statement for Regent Ave NE (11-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider five ordinances, including contracts for road salt, arena management, equipment maintenance, and change orders for paving and stadium lighting. These are routine procurement and contract approvals.

• Contract with Cargill, Inc. for road salt at $53.44/ton for 2022-2023 winter
• Amendment with SMG for Civic Center management, adding $19,994 annually in staff raises
• Five-year maintenance deal with Stryker Sales for Fire Dept cot systems, up to $22,790.30/year
• Change Order No. 3 with The Shelly Company for paving, +$72,914.12 (new total $3,716,589.72)
• Change Order No. 2 with Musco Sports Lighting for stadium lights, +$9,845 (new total $699,140)

The Board of Control unanimously approved all six items on the agenda, including a road salt supply contract, a contract amendment for the Civic Center, a maintenance agreement for fire equipment, and two change orders for paving and stadium lighting. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved road salt contract with Cargill, Inc. at $53.44/ton for 2022-2023 (3-0)
• Approved Contract Amendment No. 1 with SMG for Civic Center management, adding $19,994.00 annually in staff salaries (3-0)
• Approved five-year maintenance agreement with Stryker Sales, LLC for Auto Load Cot Systems, not to exceed $22,790.30/year (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 & Final with The Shelly Company for 2021 City Paving Program, adding $72,914.12 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for Thurman Munson Stadium lighting, adding $9,845.00 (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering several ordinances regarding infrastructure design contracts and amendments to existing funding agreements. Items include cost adjustments for water main and sewer replacement projects, as well as deadline extensions for housing and youth programming funds.

• Cost reduction of $8,661.67 for 34th St. Area Water Main Replacement Project
• $65,900.00 agreement with Burgess & Niple, Inc. for Schroyer Ave. SW Sewer Replacement
• $77,856.37 change order for Allen Ave. Phase II Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project
• Deadline extension for $500,000.00 in HOME funds for Oxford Place Apartments
• Deadline extension and budget revision for $151,288.00 in CARES Act youth programming funds

The Board of Control approved five items, including a cost-reduction change order for the 34th St. water main project, a design agreement for the Schroyer Ave. sewer project, a change order for the Allen Ave. sewer project, and contract amendments extending deadlines for housing and youth programs. All votes were 2-0.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 & Final with CT Consultants for $8,661.67 cost reduction on 34th St. water main project (2-0)
• Approved $65,900 design agreement with Burgess & Niple for Schroyer Ave. sewer project (2-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 with Environmental Design Group for $77,856.37 on Allen Ave. sewer project (2-0)
• Approved contract amendment extending Oxford Place Apartments deadline to Oct 31, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved contract amendment extending Stark County Community Action Agency deadline to Aug 31, 2022 (2-0)

City Council

Canton City Council met on June 13, 2022, and adopted several ordinances, including those for the Regent Ave NE annexation and the new Community Development Director. They also passed a resolution honoring Joe Palmisano for his volunteer work with Ukrainian refugees. No public hearings or old business were conducted.

• Adopted Ordinance #21 (Regent Ave NE annexation) as Ordinance No. 141/2022 (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #22 (waiving residency, salary for Sherice L. Freeman) as Ordinance No. 142/2022 (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #28 (appropriation amendment) as Ordinance No. 143/2022 (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #29 (appropriation amendment) as Ordinance No. 144/2022 (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #30 (vehicle purchases for Water Dept) as Ordinance No. 145/2022 (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #31 (water fund appropriation) as Ordinance No. 146/2022 (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #32 (enterprise zone agreement with B&T Associates) as Ordinance No. 147/2022 (12-0)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1 honoring Joe Palmisano (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding on three ordinances to enter into agreements: a $200,000 grant for neighborhood housing programs, a $123,968 contract for sewer and roadway construction oversight, and a $440,200 engineering contract for a reservoir improvement project.

• $200,000 grant to Community Building Partnership of Stark County for owner-occupant exterior upgrades and code compliance renovations
• $123,968 professional services agreement with CT Consultants for 36th St. NW Storm Sewer & Roadway Reconstruction Project Phase 2
• $440,200 engineering services agreement with Arcadis U.S. for Cromer Reservoir Improvement Project design phase

The Board of Control approved three agreements: a $200,000 grant to Community Building Partnership of Stark County for neighborhood programs, a $123,968 contract with CT Consultants for storm sewer and roadway project inspection, and a $440,200 agreement with Arcadis for reservoir design services. All motions passed unanimously with 3 yeas and 0 nays.

• Approved $200,000 grant agreement with Community Building Partnership of Stark County (3-0)
• Approved $123,968 contract with CT Consultants for 36th St. NW Storm Sewer & Roadway Reconstruction Phase 2 (3-0)
• Approved $440,200 agreement with Arcadis for Cromer Reservoir Improvement design (3-0)

City Council

Canton City Council adopted five ordinances (Nos. 132-136/2022) covering appropriations, a moral obligation payment, construction services, annexation services, and an annexation petition. Council also reconsidered and amended Ordinance No. 118/2022 to grant Christopher Hardesty credit for past service, waive residency requirements, and approve transfer of 427 sick leave hours. Several other ordinances were introduced for first or second reading, with Ordinance No. 30 retained in committee.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 132/2022, $3.2M supplemental appropriation for building improvement notes (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 133/2022, $5,790 moral obligation payment to Baker, Dublikar, Beck, Wiley & Mathews (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 134/2022, $99,100 for CT Consultants construction services on 36th St NW project (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 135/2022, approving statement of services for 3801 Harmont Ave NE annexation (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 136/2022, authorizing annexation petition for parcel 5210306 (11-0)
• Amended and adopted Ordinance No. 118/2022, granting sick leave and vacation credit to Christopher Hardesty (11-0)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1, $49,730.66 storm sewer installation on Yale Ave NW (voice vote)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #2, $42,840.78 storm sewer installation on Harvard Ave NW (voice vote)

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider several contracts and change orders, including a $4.19 million award for the Colonial Blvd. NE Reconstruction Project Phase 1 and a $372,530.75 change order for the Canton South Waterline Extension. Other items include a $100,000 technology project funded by ARPA, a $199,500 asphalt recycler purchase, and design contracts for water and pavement projects.

• Ordinance 69/2022: Award $4,185,559.48 to Wenger Excavating for Colonial Blvd. NE Reconstruction Phase 1
• Ordinances 124/2021 & 5/2022: Change Order No. 1 with Wenger Excavating for $372,530.75 (new total $5,157,831.65) for Canton South Waterline Extension Phase 2 & 3
• Ordinance 78/2022: $100,000 contract with United Way of Greater Stark County using ARPA funds for technology project
• Ordinance 112/2022: $199,500 contract with The McLean Company for a Bagela BA 10000 Portable Asphalt Recycler
• Ordinance 130/2022: $104,900 design contract with Burgess & Niple for Harter Heights Area Water Main Replacement Phase 1

The Board of Control unanimously approved seven contracts and change orders, including a $4.19 million contract for the Colonial Blvd. NE Reconstruction Project Phase 1 and a $372,530.75 change order for the Canton South Waterline Extension. All items passed with 3 yeas and 0 nays.

• Approved $100,000 contract with United Way of Greater Stark County for ARPA-funded technology project (3-0)
• Approved $199,500 contract with The McLean Company for a Bagela BA 10000 Portable Asphalt Recycler (3-0)
• Approved $52,000 contract with Pavement Management Group for pavement management services (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 with Wenger Excavating for $372,530.75, new total $5,157,831.65 for waterline extension (3-0)
• Approved $104,900 agreement with Burgess & Niple for Harter Heights water main replacement design (3-0)
• Approved $4,185,559.48 contract with Wenger Excavating for Colonial Blvd. NE Reconstruction Phase 1 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 with IBI Group for $295,862, new total $679,244 for Colonial Blvd. Phase 2 design (3-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider three ordinances: a professional service agreement for stormwater wetland design, a change order for roof repairs, and a contract amendment for electronic bill pay features. These are routine contract approvals and amendments.

• Professional Service Agreement with Environmental Design Group, LLC for $34,600 for Middle Branch Nimishillen Creek Stormwater Constructed Wetland Project (GP 1349)
• Change Order No. 1 with Architectural Roofing, LLC for $15,928, new contract total $105,878
• Contract Amendment No. 1 with Paymentus Corporation to add Enterprise Communication Manager (ECM) feature at no cost change

The Board of Control unanimously approved three items: a $34,600 professional services agreement with Environmental Design Group for the Middle Branch Nimishillen Creek Stormwater Constructed Wetland Project, a $15,928 change order for the Thurman Munson Stadium roof replacement, and a no-cost contract amendment with Paymentus to add the Enterprise Communication Manager feature to the electronic bill pay system. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved $34,600 agreement with Environmental Design Group for wetland project design (3-0)
• Approved $15,928 change order for Thurman Munson Stadium roof replacement, new contract total $105,878 (3-0)
• Approved no-cost amendment with Paymentus to add Enterprise Communication Manager feature (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several financial appropriations and infrastructure contracts. Key discussions include the creation of a senior sidewalk replacement program and adjustments to the minor curfew.

• Creation of a $300,000 senior sidewalk replacement program using ARPA funds
• Proposed amendment to change the minor curfew to 11:00 PM
• Workforce development contract with Greater Stark County Urban League up to $574,341.39
• Water reclamation facility membrane project and stormwater wetland project
• Budget amendments for building improvement notes totaling $3,200,000.00

Canton City Council adopted several ordinances, including a change to the juvenile curfew (Ordinance 119/2022), a senior sidewalk replacement program funded with $300,000 in ARPA money (Ordinance 115/2022), and a $574,341.39 workforce development contract with the Greater Stark County Urban League. The council also approved multiple appropriations and contracts for infrastructure projects, including sewer and water main replacements, and authorized a $200,000 grant to Community Building Partnership of Stark County. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the grant agreement.

• Adopted curfew change for minors 17 & under to 11:00 PM (Ordinance 119/2022, 11-0)
• Adopted senior sidewalk replacement program with $300,000 ARPA funds (Ordinance 115/2022, 11-0)
• Authorized $574,341.39 contract with Greater Stark County Urban League for workforce development (11-0)
• Adopted $200,000 grant to Community Building Partnership of Stark County (Ordinance 121/2022, 10-0-1)
• Approved $3.26M supplemental appropriation for Allen Ave sewer project (Ordinance 128/2022, 11-0)
• Approved $218,000 in TIF payments for 2022 (Ordinance 12, 11-0)
• Authorized $113,951.52 five-year contract with Stryker for fire department equipment (Ordinance 124/2022, 11-0)
• Approved $104,900 for Harter Heights water main replacement design (Ordinance 130/2022, 11-0)

Records Commission

The Records Commission approved RC-2 records retention schedules for the Community Development, Fire, and Police departments. The commission also approved minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting. A member noted that the state changed the contract retention period from eight years to six years.

• Approval of RC-2 Records Retention Schedules for Community Development, Fire, and Police departments
• Approval of November 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Notice of state change in contract retention period from 8 to 6 years

Records Commission

The Canton Records Commission will meet to approve updated records retention schedules for several city departments. This includes reviewing how long the Community Development, Fire, and Police departments must maintain official documents.

• Approval of records retention schedules for Community Development Department
• Approval of records retention schedules for Fire Department
• Approval of records retention schedules for Police Department
• Review of contract language examples for retention periods

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and change orders, including a $1.4 million professional services agreement for design and construction oversight of the Water Reclamation Facility Electrical Improvements Project. Other items include a change order for the Basilica of St. John streetscape project, a snow and ice control truck equipment package, a document management software purchase, and a supply contract for tree grates.

• Change Order No. 1 with RMI Cement, LLC for $27,613.82 for the Basilica of St. John (McKinley Ave. N.) Streetscape Project, GP1359, Phase 1, new contract amount $149,999.83
• Professional services agreement with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for $1,402,700.00 for Water Reclamation Facility Electrical Improvements Project design and construction oversight
• Contract with Henderson Products, Inc. for $111,530.00 for a 2022 Snow and Ice Control Truck Equipment Package for the Street Department's Kenworth Snow Plow Cab & Chassis, purchased via Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Professional services agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. for $72,025.00 for a Content Manager Document Solution Program for the IT Department
• One-year supply contract with Core and Main LP for tree grate supplies for the Engineering Department, with option for three one-year extensions

The Board of Control unanimously approved five contracts, including a $1.4M professional services agreement with Arcadis for design and oversight of the Water Reclamation Facility electrical improvements, and a $111,530 snow and ice control truck equipment package. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved $27,613.82 change order with RMI Cement for Basilica streetscape project (3-0)
• Approved $1,402,700 contract with Arcadis for water reclamation electrical design (3-0)
• Approved $111,530 snow and ice control truck equipment package with Henderson Products (3-0)
• Approved $72,025 Tyler Technologies document management agreement (3-0)
• Approved one-year tree grate supply contract with Core and Main LP (3-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is considering two contracts with Wi-Fiber, LLC to expand the city's security camera system. One contract adds cloud storage for existing cameras, and the other adds new cameras and license plate readers in the Northeast quadrant.

• Contract Amendment No. 1 with Wi-Fiber, LLC: $3,596/month or $43,152/year for additional cloud storage
• Professional service contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC: $11,000 for 50 Genetec camera licenses
• Purchase and installation of 9 cameras, 2 license plate readers, and hardware: $134,010
• New security camera coverage in the Northeast quadrant

The Board of Control approved two contracts with Wi-Fiber, LLC for security camera upgrades. The first was a contract amendment for additional cloud storage at $3,596 per month or $43,152 per year. The second was a professional service contract for 50 Genetec camera licenses, 9 cameras, 2 license plate readers, and hardware totaling $145,010 for the Northeast quadrant. Both motions passed unanimously with 2 yeas and 0 nays.

• Approved contract amendment with Wi-Fiber, LLC for cloud storage at $3,596/month or $43,152/year (2-0)
• Approved professional service contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC for cameras and licenses totaling $145,010 (2-0)

City Council

The City Council is discussing a proposal to use ARPA funds for senior sidewalk replacements and reviewing several infrastructure and security contracts. The meeting included public comments regarding community policing and civil rights concerns following April 23rd arrests.

• Proposed $300,000 ARPA-funded Senior Sidewalk Replacement program
• Adopted $49,970 contract with Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for Brentwood Water Tower repairs
• Adopted $29,600 purchase of a tandem axle trailer from Southeastern Equipment Co, Inc.
• Proposed $22,000 contract with Wi-Fiber LLC for security cameras and license plate readers
• Proposed $113,951.52 five-year contract with Stryker COT and Loading Systems for Fire Dept

The minutes for the May 9, 2022 Canton City Council meeting contain no transcription or audio due to technical difficulties. No decisions, approvals, or discussions are recorded.

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is deciding on four contracts, including a uniform rental extension, a backup inspection services amendment, a brick paver supply contract, and a snow plow purchase. These are routine procurement items, with no public hearings or zoning changes.

• Four-year contract extension with Cintas Corporation for employee uniform rentals
• One-year contract amendment with SAFEbuilt Ohio, LLC for $196,282.92 for backup inspection services
• One-year supply contract with Ed Schory & Son Company for walkway brick pavers
• Purchase of one 2023 Kenworth T480 Snow Plow Cab & Chassis for $110,763.00 from Hissong Kenworth, Inc.

The Board of Control approved four contracts unanimously (3-0) at its May 3, 2022 meeting. These included a four-year extension with Cintas for uniform rentals, a one-year amendment with SAFEbuilt Ohio for building inspection services, a one-year supply contract with Ed Schory & Son for brick pavers, and a $110,763 purchase of a Kenworth snow plow truck. All motions were made by Mayor Bernabei and seconded by either Director Highman or Director Perry.

• Approved four-year Cintas uniform rental contract extension (3-0)
• Approved $196,282.92 one-year SAFEbuilt Ohio inspection services amendment (3-0)
• Approved one-year Ed Schory & Son brick paver supply contract (3-0)
• Approved $110,763.00 Kenworth snow plow truck purchase (3-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider four contract actions: a two-year traffic paint supply contract with Ennis-Flint, a change order for the Thurman Munson Stadium project, a legal services contract for the Water Reclamation Facility lawsuit, and a final change order for the water valve assessment program. These are routine procurement and contract approval items.

• Two-year traffic paint supply contract with Ennis-Flint, Inc. for Traffic Engineering Dept.
• Change Order No. 1 with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for $29,725.00 (new total $689,295.00) for JV Field subpanel at Thurman Munson Stadium
• Professional services contract with Bricker & Eckler LLP up to $350,000.00 for Water Reclamation Facility lawsuit
• Final Change Order with M.E. Simpson Co., Inc. reducing water valve assessment contract by $37,511.00 (new total $157,088.00)

The Board of Control approved four items unanimously (2-0). These included a two-year traffic paint supply contract with Ennis-Flint, a change order for stadium lighting, a legal services contract for the water reclamation facility lawsuit, and a cost-reducing change order for water valve work.

• Approved two-year traffic paint supply contract with Ennis-Flint, Inc. (2-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 with Musco Sports Lighting for $29,725 (2-0)
• Approved legal services contract with Bricker & Eckler LLP up to $350,000 (2-0)
• Approved Final Change Order with M.E. Simpson Co. reducing contract by $37,511 (2-0)

City Council

The City Council met to review several ordinances regarding business and industrial zoning definitions. The agenda also included discussions on various infrastructure projects, including sewer replacements and water main improvements.

• Ordinance 104/2022: Amending definitions for light manufacturing and research labs in business and industrial districts
• Contract change order #1 for ProTech security expansion in the amount of $15,690.00
• Proposed five-year contract with Stryker Co for fire department loading systems not to exceed $113,951.52 total
• Grant agreement with Community Building Partnership of Stark County, Inc. not to exceed $200,000.00
• Contract change order #2 for Allen Ave SE sanitary sewer replacement up to $77,856.37

City Council voted 11-1 (with one abstention) to deny a zoning change for a proposed $15 million senior housing development at the 2600 block of Harvard Ave NW, upholding the Planning Commission's recommendation. The companion ordinance to approve the rezone was withdrawn. Council also adopted several ordinances, including a $1.4 million contract for water reclamation facility electrical improvements and a $1.1 million sewer project.

• Denied zoning change for senior housing at 2600 block Harvard Ave NW (11-1, 1 abstention)
• Withdrew ordinance to approve the Harvard Ave NW rezone (12-0)
• Adopted $1.4M contract for water reclamation facility electrical improvements (12-0)
• Adopted $1.1M appropriation for Monument Road sanitary sewer project (12-0)
• Adopted $196,282.92 contract with SafeBuilt Ohio for code enforcement inspections (12-0)
• Adopted $100,000 appropriation for FY 2022 Annual Action Plan pre-award costs (12-0)
• Adopted $440,200 contract for Cromer Reservoir improvement design (12-0)
• Adopted $1.88M for Colonial Blvd reconstruction and $1.78M for 9th St SW bridge replacement (12-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is reviewing several ordinances to enter into contracts with community partners using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The agenda also includes approvals for sanitation equipment, engineering services, and street sewer project changes.

• ARPA contracts for student summer instruction, employment, and community programming
• Purchase of two Heil DuraPack 5000 sanitation trucks for $654,515.52
• $49,450.07 change order for Eastpointe Blvd. NE Storm Sewer Project
• $781,836.00 agreement for Sanitation Building Project design services
• 30-year lease with Fourth and Market, Ltd. for Centennial Plaza facilities

The Canton Board of Control approved all 11 items on the agenda, including contracts using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for summer instruction, learning loss programming, and non-profit infrastructure improvements. The board also approved the purchase of two sanitation trucks, design services for city projects, and a 30-year lease for a Centennial Plaza restroom facility. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved ARPA contracts for summer instruction and employment with community partners (3-0)
• Approved ARPA contracts for learning loss, socialization, and family support programming (3-0)
• Approved ARPA contracts for non-profit infrastructure improvements; noted United Way funds unusable due to completed project (3-0)
• Approved $49,450.07 change order for Eastpointe Blvd. storm sewer project (3-0)
• Approved $654,515.52 purchase of two Heil sanitation trucks (3-0)
• Approved Tyler Technologies contract amendment saving ~$4,500/year (3-0)
• Approved $154,800 GPD Group design services for Service Center Upgrade (3-0)
• Approved $781,836 GPD Group design services for Sanitation Building (3-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is voting on four ordinances to award contracts for construction and services, including a major paving program, a stage covering at Centennial Plaza, a garage addition and office renovation, and a three-year waste disposal contract. These are decisions, not just discussions.

• Ordinance 65/2022: $138,170 contract with Stanley Miller Construction for Centennial Plaza Main Stage Improvements covering
• Ordinance 7/2022: 3-year contract with Kimble Recycling and Disposal for solid waste disposal at Water Reclamation Facility ($6,896/mo year 1, $7,241/mo year 2, $7,603/mo year 3)
• Ordinance 7/2022: $3,521,310 contract with The Shelly Company for 2022 City Paving Program GP13810
• Ordinance 53/2022: $2,588,800 contract with Stanley Miller Construction for Collection Systems Service Center Garage Addition and Administration Offices Renovation

City Council

The Council reviewed several ordinances regarding sewer replacements, road reconstructions, and utility improvements. The meeting also included public comments regarding the death of James Williams and discussions on various municipal contracts and budget amendments.

• Contract with Safebuilt Ohio LLC for professional services not to exceed $196,282.92
• Five-year contract with Stryker Cot and Loading Systems totaling $113,951.52
• Issuance of $10,116,000.00 in bonds for sanitation building construction and service center improvements
• Proposed 1st reading for Monument Rd sanitary sewer project with a $1,100,000.00 appropriation
• Proposed 1st reading for 4595 Colonial Blvd reconstruction project involving multiple fund transfers

Canton City Council approved multiple bond issuances totaling $18.4 million for infrastructure improvements, including service center upgrades, salt storage facilities, and a sanitation building. The council also adopted ordinances for summer work experience and educational programs funded by ARPA, and passed a resolution commending Police Chief Jack Angelo. Public speakers raised concerns about the police shooting of James Williams, but no related actions were taken.

• Adopted $3.237M bond for refunding various purpose notes (11-0)
• Adopted $2.529M bond for service center improvements (11-0)
• Adopted $1.518M bond for salt storage dome renovation (11-0)
• Adopted $10.116M bond for sanitation building construction (11-0)
• Adopted $1.5M bond for salt storage facility renovations (11-0)
• Adopted $10M bond for service center upgrade and reconfiguration (11-0)
• Adopted $10M bond for sanitation building project (11-0)
• Adopted resolution commending Police Chief Jack Angelo (voice vote)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to consider agreements for roadway improvements and bridge replacement engineering. The agenda also includes a supply contract for the Water Reclamation Facility.

• $49,837.00 agreement with Environmental Design Group for Cleveland Ave. NW Roadway Improvement Project
• $105,000.00 change order for 15th St. SW Bridge Replacement Project engineering
• Supply contract with Bonded Chemicals, Inc. for Sodium Hypochlorite at $1.78 per gallon

The Board of Control approved three items: a professional services agreement with Environmental Design Group for $49,837 for the Cleveland Ave. NW Roadway Improvement Project (8th St. to 12th St.), a change order with Prime AE Group for $105,000 for the 15th St. SW Bridge Replacement Project, and a supply contract with Bonded Chemicals for sodium hypochlorite at $1.79 per gallon. All motions passed unanimously with 2 yeas and 0 nays.

• Approved $49,837 agreement with Environmental Design Group for Cleveland Ave. NW Roadway Improvement Project Phase 2 (2-0)
• Approved $105,000 change order with Prime AE Group for 15th St. SW Bridge Replacement Project, new contract total $229,500 (2-0)
• Approved supply contract with Bonded Chemicals for sodium hypochlorite at $1.79/gallon for Water Reclamation Facility (2-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control met to approve three construction and service contracts. The agenda includes a new security camera installation, a change order for water main oversight, and a streetscape project award. All items are presented as ordinances for the board's action.

• Ordinance TBD: $41,710.00 contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC for security cameras at 9th St. NE Salt Storage Facility
• Ordinance 214/2020: $20,000.00 Change Order No. 1 with Anser Advisory for Cleveland Ave. Water Main Replacement oversight
• Ordinances 58/2021 & 7/2022: $168,822.75 construction contract with The Shelly Company for Cleveland Ave./2nd St. NW Onesto Streetscape Project

The Board of Control approved three contracts: a $41,710 security camera installation at the 9th St. NE Salt Storage Facility, a $20,000 change order for water main oversight, and a $168,822.75 construction contract for the Onesto Streetscape Project. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved $41,710 contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC for security cameras at 9th St. NE Salt Storage Facility (3-0)
• Approved $20,000 change order with Anser Advisory for Cleveland Ave. Water Main Replacement oversight (3-0)
• Approved $168,822.75 construction contract with The Shelly Company for Cleveland Ave./2nd St. NW Onesto Streetscape Project (3-0)

City Council

Canton City Council is holding public hearings on an annexation at 4595 Kirby Ave NE and an architectural review board amendment, then will consider first readings of ordinances including bond issues for infrastructure, a police collective bargaining agreement, and various ARPA-funded programs. The agenda also includes several communications and resolutions, many of which are routine or administrative in nature.

• Public hearing on annexing 2.755 acres at 4595 Kirby Ave NE to Ward 6, zoned I-1 Light Industry
• First reading: $3,237,000 bond refunding, $2,529,000 service center improvements, $1,518,000 salt dome renovation, $10,116,000 sanitation building
• First reading: Police collective bargaining agreement (2022-2024) and cadet salary $46,245
• First reading: $440,200 contract with Arcadis for Cromer Reservoir design, funded by $441,741 Ohio Water Development Authority
• Communications: $1,881,104 supplemental appropriation for Colonial Blvd reconstruction, $1,777,545 for 9th St SW bridge replacement

Canton City Council adopted the 2022 annual appropriations (Ordinance 68/2022) and approved a collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police (Ordinance 63/2022), both unanimously. The council also approved several bond ordinances for capital projects, including service center improvements and a sanitation building, and adopted an annexation of 2.755 acres on Kirby Ave NE, zoning it I-1 Light Industry. Public hearings were held for the architectural review board amendment and the annexation, with no public comment.

• Adopted 2022 annual appropriations as amended (12-0)
• Approved FOP collective bargaining agreement (12-0)
• Approved $3.237M bond refunding (12-0)
• Approved $2.529M bonds for service center improvements (12-0)
• Approved $1.518M bonds for salt storage dome renovation (12-0)
• Approved $10.116M bonds for sanitation building (12-0)
• Approved annexation of 4595 Kirby Ave NE, zoned I-1 (12-0)
• Adopted resolution commending Dan Moeglin (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering several contract amendments, professional service agreements, and change orders. Items include construction oversight for Rebar Ave., utility billing system updates, and security camera installations.

• $113,588.00 agreement with Omnipro Services, LLC for Rebar Ave. NE/US-62 Realignment
• $315,835.00 contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC for security cameras and hardware
• Change Order for 36th St. NW Storm Sewer & Roadway Reconstruction Project in the amount of $22,350.00
• $8,000.00 ARPA fund amendment for Stark County Minority Business Association mentorship
• Two-year grant to Canton Community Improvement Corporation not to exceed $50,000.00 per year

The Board of Control unanimously approved all nine items on the agenda, including contracts, change orders, and agreements. All votes were 2-0. The most significant was a $113,588 professional services agreement with Omnipro Services for construction oversight on the Rebar Ave. NE/US-62 Realignment project.

• Approved $8,000 ARPA contract amendment with Stark County Minority Business Association (2-0)
• Approved $113,588 agreement with Omnipro Services for Rebar Ave. project oversight (2-0)
• Approved $22,350 change order with The Shelly Company for 36th St. NW storm sewer project (2-0)
• Approved $6,400 change order with Motter & Meadows for admin building modifications (2-0)
• Approved 5-year service agreement with Paymentus for electronic bill payment (2-0)
• Approved 2-year funding agreement with CCIC up to $50,000/year (2-0)
• Approved $315,835 contract with Wi-Fiber for security cameras and license plate readers (2-0)
• Approved $17,840 change order with Turf Alliance for field mound modification (2-0)

Canton Community Improvement Corporation

The CCIC Board is considering the acceptance of several properties from the City of Canton for subsequent transfer to private entities. The board will also vote on authorizing a $1,300,000 purchase agreement for the Nationwide Building parcels.

• $1,300,000 sale of Nationwide Building properties to Chris Maggiore or his LLC
• Acceptance of Nationwide Building parcels (10 total) from the City of Canton
• Acceptance of parcel 224188 from the City of Canton for transfer to BW P&L Holdings LLC
• Approval of January 26, 2022 Board Meeting Minutes
• Financial Management Report

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is deciding on several contracts, including a 36-month fiber connectivity agreement with Spectrum for three city facilities, multiple six-month pipe supply contracts, and a change order for Motorola radios. These items are up for approval at the March 15, 2022 meeting.

• 36-month fiber agreement with Spectrum at $478/location/month for Fire Station #2, Police Training Facility, Southeast Community Center
• Six-month pipe supply contracts with Trumbull Industries, WinSupply Akron, Pipelines Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises
• Change Order No. 1 with Motorola Solutions for $8,816.06 to replace radios at Sanitation Department

City Council

Canton City Council is deciding on a zoning change at 1819 Market Ave N, multiple bond issuances up to $17.4 million for building repairs and revitalization, and a police union contract. Public comments raised concerns about police cadet pay versus firefighters and a police shooting. Several items were adopted or referred to committees.

• Zoning change at 1819 Market Ave N from R-4 to PB-1 (public hearing)
• Bond issuance up to $17,400,000 for building repairs, service center, salt dome, sanitation building
• Ratify tentative FOP contract (2022-2024)
• Convey 1020 Market Ave N property to CCIC for $1, then to Chris Maggiore for $1.3 million
• Approve $125,000 for Centennial Plaza stage improvements and $1,125,000 for restrooms

Canton City Council held its regular meeting on March 14, 2022, with 10 members present. The council adopted a zoning ordinance amendment for a property at 1819 Market Ave N, allowing a small animal veterinary clinic, after a public hearing where neighbors expressed concerns. Council also adopted several other ordinances, including bond issuances for economic development and building improvements, and approved two appointments to city boards.

• Adopted zoning amendment for 1819 Market Ave N veterinary clinic (10-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 50/2022: land lease for Centennial Plaza restroom facility (10-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 51/2022: Rebar Ave NE/US-62 realignment agreements (10-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 52/2022: convey 1020 Market Ave N property to CCIC (10-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 53/2022: $2.86M for CSD administration building modifications (10-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 55/2022: $2.75M bond anticipation notes for Hall of Fame project (10-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 57/2022: $3.2M bond anticipation notes for building improvements, as amended (10-0)
• Adopted Resolution 32: appointed Michael Rex to Board of Building Appeals (voice vote)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding on several contracts, including a $3.5 million ARPA-funded agreement with Habitat for Humanity for 150 housing projects and a playground, plus a change order for road work and multiple pipe supply contracts. The board will also consider a contract amendment for liquid chlorine due to a supply shortage.

• Ordinance 43/2022: $3,150,000 ARPA contract with Habitat for Humanity for 150 housing projects
• Ordinance 43/2022: $350,000 for Compton Learning Center playground construction
• Ordinance 221/2020: $2,084 change order with Wenger Excavating for Steese Area Roadway and Drainage, Phase 1, 39th St. NW Project
• Ordinance 7/2022: Contract amendment with JCI Jones Chemicals for liquid chlorine supply
• Ordinance 7/2022: Five one-year pipe and pipe fitting supply contracts with various vendors

The Board of Control approved a $3.5 million contract with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio, funded by ARPA, for 150 housing projects and a playground. It also approved a chlorine supply contract amendment with JCI Jones Chemicals to address a nationwide shortage, and awarded multiple pipe supply contracts. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved $3.5M Habitat for Humanity contract (3-0)
• Approved chlorine contract amendment with JCI Jones Chemicals (3-0)
• Approved $2,084 change order for Steese Area Roadway project (3-0)
• Awarded pipe supply contract to Trumbull Industries (3-0)
• Awarded pipe supply contract to Core & Main (3-0)
• Awarded pipe supply contract to Pipelines, Inc. (3-0)
• Awarded pipe supply contract to WinSupply Akron (3-0)
• Awarded pipe supply contract to Ferguson Enterprises (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is reviewing contracts for the Canton South Waterline Extension Project, Phases 2 and 3, including excavation and construction oversight. The agenda also includes a contract for partial roof replacement at Thurman Munson Stadium.

• $89,590.00 contract with Architectural Roofing Contractors, Inc. for Thurman Munson Stadium Partial Roof Replacement Project
• $4,785,300.90 contract with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Canton South Waterline Extension Project, Phases 2 and 3
• $572,052.00 professional services agreement with Anser Advisory, LLC for construction oversight on the Canton South Waterline Extension Project

The Board of Control approved three contracts: a $89,590 roof replacement for Thurman Munson Stadium, a $4,785,300.90 waterline extension project, and a $572,052 construction oversight agreement. All motions passed unanimously with 3 yeas and 0 nays.

• Approved $89,590 contract with Architectural Roofing Contractors for stadium roof replacement (3-0)
• Approved $4,785,300.90 contract with Wenger Excavating for waterline extension Phases 2 and 3 (3-0)
• Approved $572,052 agreement with Anser Advisory for construction oversight (3-0)

City Council

Canton City Council held its regular meeting, adopting several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions included approving $43,000 for police and City Hall security cameras, confirming appointments, and adopting annexation and zoning changes. The council also discussed multiple ordinances in first and second readings, covering topics like Habitat for Humanity funding, tax exemptions, and water main replacements.

• Adopted resolution authorizing up to $43,000 for cameras and equipment for the police department and City Hall perimeter.
• Adopted ordinance annexing the Ambaflex 2021 area (approx. 3.903 acres) into Ward 5, zoned I-1 Light Industry.
• First reading of ordinance authorizing up to $3,500,000 in ARPA funds for Habitat for Humanity in Lathrop and Hartford neighborhoods.
• Second reading of ordinance for $2,750,000 in bond anticipation notes for an economic development project (Hall of Fame).
• Second reading of ordinance for $1,500,000 in grants/loans for Market Avenue North water main replacement.

Canton City Council approved several ordinances, including a $3.5 million Habitat for Humanity housing project in southeast Canton, a $1.3 million sale of the Nationwide Building, and a $43,000 police camera upgrade. The council also adopted resolutions honoring Fonda Williams and the STEAMM Academy basketball teams, and confirmed a board appointment.

• Approved $3.5M Habitat for Humanity housing project (10-0)
• Approved $1.3M Nationwide Building sale to Chris Maggiore (10-0)
• Approved $43,000 police camera and equipment purchase (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution honoring Fonda Williams (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution congratulating STEAMM Academy basketball teams (unanimous)
• Confirmed Joseph Hunter to Board of Building Appeals (unanimous)
• Approved $2.86M sewer administration building modifications (first reading)
• Approved $1.5M Market Ave water main replacement (second reading)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding on two contracts: one to prepare the city's HOME-ARP Allocation Plan and another to purchase roll-off boxes for the Sanitation Department. Both items are up for approval at this meeting.

• Contract with Mullin & Lonergan Associates for $32,550 to prepare HOME-ARP Allocation Plan, reimbursed by HUD funds
• Contract with Custom Container Solutions, LLC for $65,156 to buy 13 15-yard roll-off boxes for Sanitation

The Board of Control approved two contracts. The first, for $32,550 with Mullin & Lonergan Associates, will prepare the City's HOME-ARP Allocation Plan, with General Funds to be reimbursed by HUD. The second, for $65,156 with Custom Container Solutions, LLC, covers the purchase of thirteen 15-yard roll-off boxes for the Sanitation Department. Both motions passed unanimously with 3 yeas and 0 nays.

• Approved $32,550 contract with Mullin & Lonergan Associates for HOME-ARP Allocation Plan (3-0)
• Approved $65,156 contract with Custom Container Solutions, LLC for 13 roll-off boxes (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering several contracts for infrastructure projects and the sale of municipal properties. Items include streetscape improvements near the Basilica of St. John and electrical upgrades at Thurman Munson Stadium.

• $122,386.01 contract with RMI Cement, LLC for Basilica of St. John Streetscape Project
• $28,965.00 contract with Abbott Electric, Inc. for Thurman Munson Stadium lighting
• Sale of municipal properties at 14th St. SE, 402 Raynolds Pl. SW, and 324 Belden Ave. NE
• Up to $144,500.00 contract with CT Consultants, Inc. for water main replacement design
• $115,080.00 contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC for stadium camera network

The Board of Control approved all eight contracts and agreements on the agenda, each by a unanimous 3-0 vote. The largest was a $122,386.01 contract with RMI Cement, LLC for the Basilica of St. John Streetscape Project. The board also approved contracts for electrical work, water main design, and a camera network, plus four sales of city-owned parcels. The meeting was adjourned at 9:06 AM.

• Approved $122,386.01 contract with RMI Cement, LLC for the Basilica of St. John Streetscape Project, Phase 1
• Approved $28,965.00 contract with Abbott Electric, Inc. for Thurman Munson Stadium Electrical and Lighting Replacement
• Approved $200.00 sale of real property at 14th St. SE to Jocelyn Wesley
• Approved $1,000.00 sale of property at 402 Raynolds Pl. SW and $100.00 for adjacent parcel to Linda Lee Wallace
• Approved $100.00 sale of property at 324 Belden Ave. NE to Yolanda M. Walker
• Approved $110.00 sale of property at 1319 Woodward Pl. NW to Herbert P. Kling
• Approved $144,500.00 professional services contract with CT Consultants, Inc. for 25th St. NE Transmission Water Main Replacement design
• Approved $115,080.00 contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC for A.I. Cloud Camera Network at Thurman Munson Memorial Stadium

City Council

Canton City Council is holding a public hearing and final vote on annexing the 67.9-acre Broadway Ave 2021 Annexation Area into Ward 6, zoned I-1 Light Industry. The council will also consider first readings on several bond issues, a $3.5 million ARPA-funded Habitat for Humanity contract, and a police union contract. Public comments addressed police transparency, a property transfer, and senior citizen assistance.

• Final vote on Broadway Ave 2021 Annexation (67.904 acres, Ward 6, I-1 Light Industry)
• $3,500,000 ARPA contract with Habitat for Humanity for neighborhood revitalization
• Ratify tentative police union (CPPA) agreement effective 1/1/22-12/31/24
• Bond anticipation notes: $2.75M economic development, $1.2M loan, $600K settlement, $3.2M city buildings
• First reading: $1.5M Market Ave N and $1.5M Harvard Ave water main replacement projects

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 21/2022 to enter into a contract with the Canton City School District Board of Education. The agreement involves using American Rescue Plan Act Grant funds for the 2022 Promotion of Education & Employment Project (PEEP) Program.

• $115,000.00 contract for the 2022 Promotion of Education & Employment Project (PEEP) Program

The Board of Control approved a contract with the Canton City School District Board of Education, using $115,000 in American Rescue Plan Act grant funds for the 2022 Promotion of Education & Employment Project (PEEP) Program. The motion passed unanimously with 3 yeas and 0 nays. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $115,000 contract with Canton City School District for PEEP Program (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is reviewing several professional service agreements and contracts. These items include design services for water treatment and main replacement projects, as well as new technology for city parking management.

• $296,800.00 agreement with Motter & Meadows Architects for Northeast Water Treatment Plant Shop Renovation design
• $257,550.00 agreement with IBI Group Engineering Services (USA), Inc. for Perry Heights Water Main Replacement Project, Phase 1 design
• Parkmobile, LLC contract for $0.35 fee per transaction to replace mechanical parking meters
• $184,170.00 equipment contract with PSX, Inc. to automate Cornerstone and Millennium Parking garages
• $1,775.00 monthly software license fee for garage automation

City Council

The City Council met to discuss several infrastructure projects, including water main replacements on Market Avenue and Harvard Avenue. The meeting also included the adoption of personnel appointments and the review of multiple ordinances regarding annexations and service contracts.

• Market Avenue North water main replacement project involving $1,500,000 in funding
• Harvard Avenue water main replacement project involving $1,500,000 in funding
• Proposed $2,750,000 economic development revenue bond anticipation note
• Proposed $3,200,000 general obligation building improvement bond anticipation note
• First reading of ordinance to annex 3.903 acres in Nimishillen Township

Canton City Council adopted the factfinder's report on the collective bargaining agreement with the Canton Professional Firefighters Association Local 249 as Ordinance 24/2022, after amending it. Council also approved several appointments to the Architectural Review Board and adopted multiple ordinances, including contracts for legal services, water main design projects, and road resurfacing. Several proposed amendments to Council's rules of procedure were rejected, including changes to the Clerk of Council's duties and voting procedures.

• Adopted firefighter collective bargaining agreement factfinder report as Ordinance 24/2022 (12-0)
• Confirmed appointments of Cathy Wyatt, David Beck, and Steve Coon to Architectural Review Board (unanimous)
• Rejected amendment to Rule 7B on Clerk of Council duties (5-7)
• Adopted amendment to Rule 8A on Council office personnel (9-3)
• Rejected amendment to Rule 22A on communications procedures (7-5)
• Adopted amendment to Rule 47D on Council chamber decorum (8-4)
• Adopted amendment to Rule 47E on Council chamber decorum (9-3)
• Adopted contract with Stark County Public Defender Commission for indigent legal services as Ordinance 25/2022 (12-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering several contracts involving the Water Department, Police Department, and city employee benefits. Items include infrastructure maintenance, construction for a treatment plant building, and software for messaging.

• $43,300 one-year contract with Spidr Tech, Inc. for police text and email software
• $271,450 per year contract with Ohio Drilling Company for pump repair and well maintenance
• $155,400 construction contract with Stanley Miller Construction, Inc. for a plant building remodel
• Registering The Shelly Company as an emergency contractor for street paving
• Contract amendment with AultCare Insurance Company regarding employee health benefits

The Board of Control approved seven items, including a $43,300 contract with Spidr Tech for police text/email messaging, a $271,450/year water well maintenance contract, and a $155,400 construction contract for a water treatment plant remodel. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved $43,300 Spidr Tech contract for police messaging software (3-0)
• Registered Shelly Company as emergency paving contractor (3-0)
• Approved $271,450/year Ohio Drilling contract for water well maintenance (3-0)
• Approved $155,400 Stanley Miller construction contract for water plant remodel (3-0)
• Approved Mueller Company fire hydrant supply contract (3-0)
• Approved Holub Recycling scrap vehicle sale contract at $511/vehicle (3-0)
• Approved AultCare health benefits contract amendment (3-0)

Canton Community Improvement Corporation

The Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CCIC) board will vote on transferring city-owned property at 630 30th St NW to CC-BHMOB, LLC, an affiliate of A. Altman Company, for economic development. The board will also elect officers, approve minutes and financial reports, and change signatory authority on the corporation's checkbook.

• Transfer of property at 630 30th St NW (parcels 380308 and 380309) to CC-BHMOB, LLC for economic development
• Authorization for CCIC President to enter into a Development Agreement with CC-BHMOB, LLC
• Annual election of officers
• Remove Fonda P. Williams as check signatory, add Mark Crouse
• Approval of October 20, 2021 minutes and financial report

Canton Community Improvement Corporation

The Canton Community Improvement Corporation board will vote on approving minutes, the financial report, and several new business items, including transferring a city-owned property at 630 30th St NW to a developer and electing officers. The board will also authorize the president to sign a development agreement and change check signatories.

• Annual election of officers
• Transfer of 630 30th St NW (parcels 380308 and 380309) from City of Canton to CC-BHMOB, LLC (A. Altman Company affiliate)
• Authorization for CCIC President to enter into a Development Agreement with CC-BHMOB, LLC
• Remove Fonda P. Williams as check signatory, add Mark Crouse

The Canton Community Improvement Corporation board unanimously approved accepting the transfer of the city-owned property at 630 30th St NW and entering into a development agreement with CC-BHMOB, LLC, an affiliate of A. Altman Company, LLC, for a proposed regional behavioral health center. The board also elected officers for 2022, approved the financial management report, and changed check signatories. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved financial management report (unanimous)
• Elected 2022 officers: President Thomas Bernabei, Vice President John Highman, Secretary Chris Smith, Treasurer Emil Alecusan (unanimous)
• Authorized accepting transfer of 630 30th St NW from City to CC-BHMOB, LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized development agreement with CC-BHMOB, LLC for 630 30th St NW (unanimous)
• Removed Fonda Williams as check signatory, added Mark Crouse (unanimous)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider several contracts and property sales. These include renewing life insurance for city employees, purchasing two cyber insurance policies, and selling six surplus city-owned parcels to private buyers. All items are listed under ordinances and are subject to board approval.

• Life insurance renewal with Minnesota Life Insurance Company for city employees
• Cyber insurance policy with Huntington Insurance/Chubb: $61,248 annual premium, $1M coverage, $150K deductible
• Cyber insurance policy with Huntington Insurance/U.S. Risk: $54,663 annual premium, $1M coverage, $150K deductible
• Sale of property at 14th St. SE to Jocelyn Wesley for $200
• Sale of property at 402 Raynolds Pl. SW to Linda Lee Wallace for $1,000

The Board of Control approved a three-year renewal of the city's life insurance contract with Minnesota Life Insurance Company, and approved two one-year cyber insurance contracts with Huntington Insurance, Inc. for coverage brokered by Chubb and Crum & Forster. Four property sale agreements were tabled because the authorizing ordinance was omitted from the 2022 Reauthorization Ordinance.

• Approved Minnesota Life Insurance contract renewal for employee life and AD&D insurance (3-0)
• Approved $61,248 cyber insurance contract with Chubb (2-0)
• Approved $54,663 cyber insurance contract with Crum & Forster (2-0)
• Tabled property sale to Jocelyn Wesley for $200 (2-0)
• Tabled property sale to Linda Lee Wallace for $1,100 (2-0)
• Tabled property sale to Yolanda M. Walker for $100 (2-0)
• Tabled property sale to Herbert P. Kling for $110 (2-0)

City Council

Canton City Council held its regular meeting, adopting several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions included approving a $175,000 payment to the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, authorizing property conveyances for economic development (including the Cirelli Building for Akron Children's Hospital), and approving multiple water infrastructure design contracts and appropriations. The council also heard public comments regarding the shooting of James Williams and requests for resignations.

• Approved $175,000 payment to Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce for economic development services
• Authorized conveyance of 630 30th St NW (Cirelli Building) to A. Altman Development Co. for $1.00 for Akron Children's Hospital behavioral health center
• Approved $6.5 million appropriation for Canton South Waterline Extension Phase 2 and 3
• Approved $200,000 COPS Hiring Program grant for police
• Referred zone change at 1819 Market Ave N from R-4 to PB-1 for small animal vet clinic

Canton City Council approved the conveyance of city-owned property at 630 30th St NW to the Canton Community Improvement Corp for subsequent transfer to A. Altman Development Co for $1.00, enabling construction of an Akron Children's Hospital behavioral health care center. The council also adopted ordinances funding water infrastructure projects, including a $6.5 million appropriation for the Canton South Waterline Extension Phase 2 and 3, and approved a $175,000 moral obligation payment to the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce. Two public speakers addressed the council regarding the police shooting of James Williams, but no formal action was taken on that matter.

• Adopted Ordinance 14/2022 conveying Cirelli Building property (630 30th St NW) to CCIC for Akron Children's Hospital behavioral health center (11-1, Hall abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 13/2022 paying $175,000 moral obligation to Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce (10-1, Morris nay, Giavasis abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 17/2022 appropriating $6.5M for Canton South Waterline Extension Phase 2 and 3 (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 16/2022 appropriating $500,000 for US 62 ODOT water main relocation (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 15/2022 authorizing SR 687 resurfacing from Clarendon to Clearview Ave (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 12/2022 granting vacation and service credit to Jessica Logothetides (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 20/2022 accepting 2021 COPS Hiring Program grant (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 19/2022 vacating portions of 21st St SW, Linwood Ave SW, 19th St SW, Bellflower Ave SW, Roslyn Ave SW, and Maryland Ave SW (12-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 7/2022 to enter a one-year professional service agreement with RT Fox, LLC (DBA Connecting Point) for $74,988.00. This covers Microsoft Exchange, Defender, Office 365, and Azure licenses for the IT Department's email, threat protection, and file storage.

• Ordinance 7/2022: $74,988.00 one-year agreement with RT Fox, LLC for Microsoft software licenses

The Board of Control unanimously approved a one-year professional services agreement with RT Fox, LLC DBA Connecting Point for $74,988.00, covering Microsoft Exchange, Defender, Office 365, and Azure licenses for the IT Department. The contract is an annual renewal with services similar to prior years. The meeting was called to order at 9:02 AM and adjourned at 9:04 AM.

• Approved $74,988 one-year IT services contract with RT Fox, LLC DBA Connecting Point (3-0)

City Council

Canton City Council met on January 10, 2022, and took action on several ordinances, including approving a $6.5 million appropriation for the Canton South Waterline Extension Phase 2 and 3. The council also discussed the recent shooting of James Williams during public speaks, with residents presenting a 10-point action plan. Several contracts and appointments were approved, and multiple items were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved $6.5M appropriation for Canton South Waterline Extension Phase 2 and 3
• Authorized $325,000 contract with Motter & Meadow Architects for water service shop building renovations
• Authorized $283,000 contract with IBI Group for Perry Heights water main replacement design
• Approved $200,000 COPS Hiring Program grant for police
• Authorized $184,170 for parking deck automation at Cornerstone and Millennium decks

Canton City Council met on January 10, 2022, and adopted several ordinances, including a $6.5 million appropriation for the Canton South Waterline Extension Phase 2 and 3, a $90,000 contract with ProTech Security for the Municipal Court, a parking deck automation contract with ParkMobile and PSX, and authorization for the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant renovation project. The council also confirmed appointments to the Fair Housing Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. Public speakers raised concerns about a fatal police shooting, but no formal action was taken on that matter.

• Adopted Ordinance #11 (annexation of 4595 Kirby Ave NE) as Ordinance No. 8/2022 (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #15 (ProTech Security contract, $90,000) as Ordinance No. 9/2022 (11-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Ordinance #16 (ParkMobile/PSX parking deck automation) as Ordinance No. 10/2022 (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #17 (Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant renovation) as Ordinance No. 11/2022 (11-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #12 (reappointment of Collyn Floyd to Fair Housing Commission) by voice vote
• Adopted Informal Resolution #13 (appointment of Deloris Angeli to Zoning Board of Appeals) by voice vote
• Received and filed communications from Auditor, Mayor, and Law Director
• Referred ordinances #1-10 to committees for first reading

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding on Ordinance 1/2022 to enter a three-year professional services agreement with Oak Group, Inc. for Chief Building Official duties, costing up to $79,040 per year. This is the sole item on the special meeting agenda.

• Three-year agreement with Oak Group, Inc. for Chief Building Official services
• Amount not to exceed $79,040.00 per year

The Board of Control approved a three-year professional services agreement with Oak Group, Inc. for up to $79,040 per year to perform the duties of Chief Building Official. The vote was unanimous (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved three-year agreement with Oak Group, Inc. for Chief Building Official duties, not to exceed $79,040/year (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering a professional service contract with Brantstetter Carroll, Inc. for the design of a public restroom and operational support facility at Court Ave. NW and 4th St. NW. The meeting also includes an authorization regarding the use of the City's financial management system for specific types of purchases during 2022.

• $57,600.00 contract with Brantstetter Carroll, Inc. for facility design
• Authorization of professional service and supply purchases through New World Systems-Logos.Net

The Board of Control approved a professional service contract with Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. for $57,600 to design a public restroom and operational support facility at Court Ave. NW and 4th St. NW. The board also authorized approval of certain purchases up to $25,000 for professional services and $50,000 for other goods/services through the city's financial system for 2022. Both motions passed unanimously with 3 yeas and 0 nays.

• Approved $57,600 contract with Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. for restroom and Centennial Plaza facility design (3-0)
• Authorized Board of Control approval of purchases up to $25,000 (professional services) and $50,000 (materials/equipment/supplies) for 2022 (3-0)

City Council

The Council adopted several informal resolutions to elect a new Vice-President, First Vice-President, and various office staff. The meeting also included discussions regarding public safety transparency and community opposition to a proposed bike path.

• Election of William Smuckler as Council Vice-President
• Election of James Babcock as Council First Vice-President
• Appointment of Jill M. Wood as Clerk of Council
• Proposed $90,000 contract with Protech Security for court access control
• Proposed $184,170 appropriation for parking deck automation software

Canton City Council held its first meeting of 2022, electing William Smuckler as Vice-President and James Babcock as First Vice-President, and re-appointing Clerk Jill Wood and staff. The council adopted rules of procedure (9-3), confirmed several board appointments, and passed seven ordinances, including authorizing a chief building official contract, joining Power a Clean Future Ohio, and approving various contracts and funding for city projects. Public speakers raised concerns about a police-involved death and a proposed bike path on Colonial Blvd.

• Elected William Smuckler as Council Vice-President (12-0)
• Elected James Babcock as First Vice-President (12-0)
• Re-appointed Clerk Jill Wood and staff (12-0)
• Adopted rules of procedure (9-3, with Smith, Hall, Morris voting nay)
• Confirmed reappointments to Construction Board, Investment Board, Board of Building Appeals, and Tree Commission (all unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing chief building official contract with Oak Group, Inc. (11-0-1, Mariol abstaining)
• Adopted ordinance to join Power a Clean Future Ohio (12-0)
• Adopted ordinances for demolition, property appropriation, and various contracts (all 12-0)