Canton public meetings in 2023

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to consider a one-year contract for city insurance coverage. The proposal covers liability and auto physical damage for 2024.

• One-year contract with Hylant Administrative Services, LLC for $386,157.00

Board of Control

The Board is considering several one-year supply contracts for street, highway, and bituminous road materials. Additionally, the Board will review final change orders to reduce costs and close out two infrastructure projects.

• Cost reduction of $86,785.40 for Hursh Pl. NW Widening Project with Wenger Excavating, Inc.
• One-year supply contracts for road materials with Stoneco, Inc., Shelly Materials, Inc., National Lime and Stone Company, and Shelly Materials, Inc. DBA Medina Supply Company
• Cost reduction of $28,751.51 for Harvard Ave. Water Main Replacement Project construction oversight with Anser Advisory Management LLC

Records Commission

The Canton Records Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes from March 30, 2023, and discussing any old or new business. The agenda lists no specific items for decision, so the meeting is likely procedural unless new items are raised.

• Approval of minutes from March 30, 2023
• Potential discussion of records retention schedules (RC-2) for city departments

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to discuss Ordinance 50/2023. The item involves awarding a contract for the cleaning and sealing of the Cornerstone Parking Deck.

• Contract with CPS Construction Group, Inc. for $89,620.00 for Cornerstone Parking Deck Cleaning and Sealing
• Option for an additional $50,000.00 for alternate bid items 3 through 6

Canton Community Improvement Corporation

The Canton Community Improvement Corporation is meeting to review financial reports and previous minutes. The board will vote on a new intergovernmental internet service agreement involving the City of Canton and FairlawnGig.

• Intergovernmental Internet Service Agreement between CCIC, City of Canton, and FairlawnGig
• Financial Management Report

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to discuss Ordinance 37/2023. This involves a professional services contract for the City-County Fiber Network Project.

• Ordinance 37/2023: $49,990.00 contract with Environmental Design Group, LLC using ARPA Funds for project GP1407

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to consider two professional services agreements for infrastructure design. These include a streetscape project on Cleveland Ave. and a rehabilitation project for the East Side Interceptor.

• Agreement with OHM Advisors for Cleveland Ave. Streetscape Project, Phase 3, not to exceed $250,000.00
• Agreement with Burgess & Niple Ltd. for 42” East Side Interceptor Rehabilitation Project, not to exceed $46,800.00

Board of Control

The Board of Control is reviewing four ordinances related to sewer, water, and road projects. These items include new professional services agreements and cost increases for ongoing construction.

• Agreement with Arcadis Engineering Service USA, Inc. for $285,318.00 for Norman Ave. NW Storm Sewer and Road Reconstruction
• Change Order No. 4 with HM Miller Construction Co. for $278,918.73 for Allen Ave. SE Area Sanitary Sewer & Waterline Project
• Change Order No. 1 with Anser Advisory for $37,249.00 for Allen Ave. SE Area Sanitary Sewer & Waterline Project
• Agreement with GPD Group for $202,222.00 for East Tuscarawas Streetscape Project, Phase 2 engineering design

Board of Control

The Board of Control is reviewing several high-value contracts for housing development and public facility upgrades. The meeting includes decisions on ARPA, HOME, and CDBG funding for community projects and city services.

• Contract with Newton Family Apartments Limited for up to $2,100,000 in HOME funds
• Subaward Grant Agreement with Canton For All People Acquisition and Holdings, LLC for up to $2 million for Shorb Neighborhood housing
• Stop loss insurance renewal with The Jefferson Health Plan for an estimated $824,719.88
• Contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for $140,000 for Police Department video evidence storage
• Four design-build contracts with Standard Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. for city facility repairs

Board of Control

The Board of Control is reviewing several construction and service contracts. Key items include infrastructure upgrades for the water department and community center, as well as funding for domestic violence and hygiene services.

• Contract with Stanley Miller Construction Company for $602,072.00 for NE Water Treatment Plant upgrades
• Contract with RoofConnect Logistics, Inc. for $551,825.00 for Southeast Community Center roof replacement
• Contract with American Ramp Company for $398,768.13 for West Park Bike Park Project
• Contract with DWA Recreation, Inc. for $282,650.00 for playground equipment at four parks
• Grant agreement with Beacon Charitable Pharmacy, Inc. up to $200,000.00 for renovations at 2525 13th St. NW

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to consider contract amendments and new purchases. Items include property insurance extensions and a new dumpster hauler truck for the Sanitation Department.

• Contract amendment with Schauer Group, Inc. for $115,656.00 for property insurance
• Contract with MacQueen Equipment, LLC for $106,526.00 for a container carrier system and Chevrolet Silverado
• Contract amendment with Aultworks Occupational Medicine for employee health services
• Change Order No. 2 with Omnipro Services, LLC for a $64,708.00 cost reduction on the Rebar Ave. NE/US 62 Realignment project

Board of Control

The Board of Control is reviewing contracts for new city vehicles and final change orders for infrastructure projects. These actions include cost reductions for completed water main and connector projects.

• Cost reduction of $296,929.71 for Anser Advisory Management, LLC regarding the Canton South Water Main Replacement Project
• Contract of $106,526.00 with MacQueen Equipment, LLC for a dumpster hauler truck for the Sanitation Department
• Cost reduction of $63,191.00 for Wenger Excavating, Inc. regarding the Timken Pl./Clark Ave. Connector Project
• One-year contract with Liberty Ford Lincoln Canton, LLC for heavy duty trucks, vans, and chassis vehicles

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to vote on contract amendments and new professional services agreements. Key items include funding for youth programming, facility improvements, and infrastructure oversight.

• Contract with ms consultants, inc. for $366,160.00 for 4th St. SE Sewer Replacement Project oversight
• Subaward Grant Agreement up to $68,440.00 for roof replacement at 901 Market Ave. NW
• Contract amendment for ICAN, Inc. increasing CDBG funding to $57,621.00
• Agreement with Leading Edge Insurance and Consulting Services, LLC at $5.50 per employee per month
• Contract amendment with Future Promise regarding $25,000.00 in CDBG funds

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider four ordinances involving contracts for water meter transmitters, a waterline replacement project, a change order for a landscaping project, and design services for City Hall HVAC repairs. These are routine procurement and contract approvals.

• Supply contract with Aclara Technologies for $262,080 for 2,016 meter transmitting units for the Water Department
• Construction contract with Don Wartko Construction for $1,236,162.82 for the 31st St. NE Waterline Replacement and Storm Sewer Project (GP1398)
• Change Order No. 1 & Final with Rice's Landscapes Redefined for $855.81 cost reduction, new contract amount $154,039.05 for Canton Welcome Sign Landscape Project
• Contract with American Structurepoint for up to $527,350 using ARPA funds for design and oversight of City Hall HVAC and Executive Garage Repair Project

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 53/2023, which would approve a change order with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for the 34th St. Area Water Main Replacement Project. The change order adds $114,771.40 to extend paving limits from Shanabruck Ave. to Frazer Ave., bringing the total contract to $2,608,221.10.

• Change Order No. 1 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $114,771.40
• Extends paving limits from Shanabruck Ave. to Frazer Ave.
• New contract total: $2,608,221.10

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider several contracts and change orders, including two change orders for the Allen Ave. SE Area Sanitary Sewer and Waterline Project that add a combined $558,594.92, bringing the total contract to $6,774,707.33. They will also approve a cost-reduction change order to close out the 9th St. NE Salt Storage Facility Renovation Project, purchase radios for the Fire Department, and renew a radio maintenance contract. Additionally, they will amend a lease for the ice rink and entertainment space at 215 W. Tuscarawas St.

• Change Order No. 2 with HM Miller Construction Co. for $165,152.92 for Allen Ave. SE sewer/waterline project (GP1332)
• Change Order No. 3 with HM Miller Construction Co. for $393,442.00 for same project, new total $6,774,707.33
• Change Order No. 3 & Final with Stanley Miller Construction Co. for $70,422.69 cost reduction on 9th St. NE Salt Storage Facility Renovation (GP1371)
• Contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for $121,983.48 for 20 portable radios for Fire Department
• One-year contract with ComProducts, Inc. dba B&C Communications for $40,482.00 for radio maintenance

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and agreements, including a sewer relocation project with the school district, a change order for a sewer replacement, a supply contract for pipe repair kits, and an extension for a reading readiness program. These items involve funding decisions and project modifications.

• Cooperative agreement with Canton City School District for 4th St. NW Storm and Sanitary Sewer Relocation Project, estimated $435,500; city pays up to $200,000
• Change Order No. 1 with CTI Engineers for 4th St. SE Sewer Replacement Project, $31,730.02, new total $204,098.81
• Supply contract with The Charles Machine Works for cured-in-place pipe repair kits
• Contract amendment with Greater Stark County Urban League extending Reading Readiness Program deadline to Oct 31, 2023

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering a change order to an existing contract with Cartegraph Systems, LLC for the Water Department's Computerized Maintenance Management System. The change adds 14 licenses at a cost of $2,989.12, bringing the total contract to $389,107.95.

• Change Order No. 3 with Cartegraph Systems, LLC for $2,989.12
• Adds 14 licenses to CMMS for Water Department
• New contract total: $389,107.95

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering three contract actions: extending a youth driver's license assistance program, hiring architects for fire station renovations, and hiring engineers for a drainage study. These are routine approvals of contracts and amendments.

• Contract amendment with Stark County Community Action Agency for Drive Legal Drive Safe Program, extending expenditure date to July 30, 2024
• Professional Services Agreement with Motter & Meadows Architects for $85,700 (ARPA funds) for Fire Stations #1 & #7 renovation design
• Professional services agreement with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for $47,500 for Kings Row Area Drainage Study (GP1382)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider four items at this special meeting: an amendment to a grant agreement for playground equipment, and three change orders for construction projects, including one cost increase and two cost reductions. These are decisions to approve or reject the proposed contract modifications.

• Amendment to Subaward Grant Agreement with Foxy Few, LLC to use remaining ~$25,000 of $200,000 APRA funds for playground equipment at 1515 Shorb Ave. NW
• Change Order No. 2 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $306,142.92 increase on Colonial Blvd. NE Project (GP1206), new total $4,522,375.24
• Change Order No. 2 & Final with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $131,692.01 cost reduction on Harvard Ave. Waterline Replacement Project, new total $1,716,949.09
• Change Order No. 2 & Final with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $212,390.22 cost reduction on Canton South Waterline Extension Project Phase 2 & 3, new total $4,945,441.43

The Special Board of Control unanimously approved four items: an amendment to a $200,000 grant with Foxy Few, LLC that allocates about $25,000 for playground equipment; a $306,142 change order for the Colonial Blvd NE project, raising its contract to $4,522,375.24; a $131,692 cost reduction for the Harvard Ave. waterline replacement, setting the contract at $1,716,949.09; and a $212,390 cost reduction for the Canton South waterline extension, resulting in a $4,945,441.43 contract. All motions passed with a 2‑yea, 0‑nay vote.

• Approved amendment to Subaward Grant Agreement with Foxy Few, LLC ($200,000 grant, $25,000 for playground equipment) (2 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Colonial Blvd NE Project, $306,142.92 increase, new contract $4,522,375.24 (2 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 & Final for Harvard Ave. Waterline Replacement, $131,692.01 cost reduction, new contract $1,716,949.09 (2 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 & Final for Canton South Waterline Extension Phases 2‑3, $212,390.22 cost reduction, new contract $4,945,441.43 (2 yeas, 0 nays)

City Council

Council voted to suspend Rule 22A to include the second readings of Ordinances 22 through 26 on the meeting agenda. No other substantive decisions were recorded. Residents spoke during public comments regarding crime prevention programs and a request for a four-way stop at Harvard and 18th Street NW.

• Approved suspension of Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 22-26 to the agenda (11-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding on two ordinances: one to extend the contract deadline for the Canton Down Payment Assistance Program to December 29, 2023, and another to enter into a $165,912 professional services contract with LJB, Inc. for engineering design of the Belden Ave. NE Bridge Rehabilitation Project.

• Contract amendment with Community Building Partnership of Stark County, Inc. to extend Down Payment Assistance Program deadline to December 29, 2023
• Professional services contract with LJB, Inc. for $165,912.00 for Belden Ave. NE Bridge Rehabilitation Project (GP 1375)

The Board of Control approved a professional services contract for bridge rehabilitation engineering. They also extended the deadline for the Canton Down Payment Assistance Program contract.

• Approved contract amendment with Community Building Partnership of Stark County, Inc. to extend Down Payment Assistance Program deadline to December 29, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved $165,912.00 professional services contract with LJB, Inc. for Belden Ave. NE Bridge Rehabilitation Project engineering design (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding on two contracts. The first is a design-build contract with Thayer Power & Communication Line Construction Company for the City/County Fiber Network Project, funded partly by ARPA funds, with the city's share at $6,599,870.00. The second is a change order for the Allen Ave. SE Area Sanitary Sewer and Waterline Project, increasing the contract with HM Miller Construction Co. by $45,719.91 due to unforeseen underground obstructions.

• Contract with Thayer Power for City/County Fiber Network Project (GP1407) at $6,599,870.00 city share, $356,440.00 county share
• Change Order No. 1 with HM Miller Construction Co. for $45,719.91 on Allen Ave. SE sewer/waterline project, new total $6,216,112.41

The Board of Control approved a contract for the City/County Fiber Network Project using ARPA funds. The Board also approved a change order for the Allen Ave. SE Area Sanitary Sewer and Waterline Project due to underground obstructions.

• Approved contract with Thayer Power & Communication Line Construction Company, LLC for City/County Fiber Network Project ($6,599,870.00 City portion; $356,440.00 County portion) (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 with HM Miller Construction Co. for $45,719.91 for Allen Ave. SE Area Sanitary Sewer and Waterline Project (3-0)

City Council

Council approved the purchase of two commercial grade zero turn mowers for the Public Works Department. The body also adopted a resolution recognizing Richard Michael "Goose" Gossage for his baseball achievements. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading and referred to committees.

• Approved purchase of two commercial grade zero turn mowers for Public Works Dept (Unanimous)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Richard Michael "Goose" Gossage for MLB achievements (Unanimous)
• Approved suspension of Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 25-28 to agenda (12-0)

Canton Community Improvement Corporation

The Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CCIC) board will meet to approve minutes, review financial reports, and consider releasing a reversionary interest in a development agreement for 630 30th Street NW, the Akron Children's Behavioral Health Building. This is a routine business meeting with one substantive action item.

• Approval of April 5, 2023, board meeting minutes
• Financial management report
• Release of reversionary interest in development agreement for 630 30th Street NW (Akron Children's Behavioral Health Building)

The Board approved the release of its reversionary interest in the former Cirelli Building to allow Akron Children’s Hospital to purchase the property. The Board also approved the April 5, 2023, meeting minutes and the July 31, 2023, financial management report.

• Approved meeting minutes from April 5, 2023 (voice vote)
• Approved financial management report as of July 31, 2023 (10-0)
• Approved release of reversionary interest in Development Agreement for 630 30th St NW (10-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control will vote on three contracts: a $300,000 ARPA subaward to J. Babe Stearn Community Center for a synthetic turf youth park, a $73,826.50 excavator purchase for the Collection Systems Department, and a $633,344.23 ARPA-funded playground equipment purchase for four parks. The latter two purchases are exempt from competitive bidding via cooperative purchasing programs.

• $300,000 ARPA subaward to J. Babe Stearn Community Center for synthetic turf youth park
• $73,826.50 contract with Southeastern Equipment Co. for Track Mounted Excavator
• $633,344.23 ARPA contract with Playcore Wisconsin for playground equipment at Cornelia, Crenshaw, Harmont, Garaux Parks

The Board of Control approved three contracts using ARPA and other funds. These include a grant for a youth development park and purchases for playground equipment and a track mounted excavator.

• Approved $300,000 ARPA Subaward Grant Agreement with J. Babe Stearn Community Center (3-0)
• Approved $73,826.50 contract with Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. for a Track Mounted Excavator (3-0)
• Approved $633,344.23 ARPA funds contract with Playcore Wisconsin, Inc. for playground equipment at Cornelia, Crenshaw, Harmont and Garaux Parks (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering two ordinances: a change order for the Centennial Plaza Restroom and Operations Support Facility and a professional services agreement for the 15th St. SE Bridge Replacement Project. The change order increases the contract with Stanley Miller Construction Co. to $1,675,520.72 due to unforeseen design-phase items. The agreement with CTL Engineering covers construction administration for the bridge project.

• Change Order No. 3 with Stanley Miller Construction Co. for $11,807.47 (new total $1,675,520.72) for Centennial Plaza Restroom and Operations Support Facility
• Professional services agreement with CTL Engineering of Ohio, Inc. for $266,150.00 for 15th St. SE Bridge Replacement Project (GP1299)

The Board of Control approved a change order for the Centennial Plaza facility and a professional services agreement for a bridge replacement project. Both items passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved Change Order No. 3 with Stanley Miller Construction Co. for $11,807.47 (3-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with CTL Engineering of Ohio, Inc. for $266,150.00 (3-0)

City Council

City Council conducted two public hearings regarding amendments to the Planning and Zoning Code. No public testimony was provided for either ordinance. The council also voted to add several ordinances to the evening's agenda.

• Approved motion to excuse Member Hawk (11-0)
• Approved suspension of Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 21 through 25 to the agenda (11-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding whether to enter into a contract with Fred Olivieri Construction Company for the Council Chambers Renovation Project. The contract amount is $249,391.00 and follows the design-build selection process under ORC 153, which meets state competitive bidding requirements.

• Contract with Fred Olivieri Construction Company for $249,391.00 for Council Chambers Renovation Project

The Board of Control approved a contract with Fred Olivieri Construction Company for the Council Chambers Renovation Project. The project includes ADA-compliant seating for council members and the audience, new flooring, and the removal of a wall partition.

• Approved $249,391.00 contract with Fred Olivieri Construction Company for Council Chambers Renovation Project (3-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider four items: a change order for playground equipment installation, two water treatment chemical supply contracts, and a professional services agreement for bridge replacement engineering. All items are up for approval.

• Change Order No. 1 with DWA Recreation, Inc. for $2,500, new total $173,160 for playground equipment installation
• 1-year supply contract with Univar Solutions USA, Inc. for hydrofluorosilicic acid at $0.28/lb for Water Department
• 1-year supply contract with Alexander Chemical Corporation for liquid chlorine at $1.04/lb for Water Department
• Professional services agreement with Anser Advisory Management, LLC for $1,208,000 for 11th St. SE Bridge Replacement Project

The Board of Control approved a professional services agreement for bridge construction engineering. The board also authorized two water department supply contracts and a change order for park playground installations.

• Approved $1,208,000.00 professional services agreement with Anser Advisory Management, LLC for 11th St. SE Bridge Replacement Project (2-0)
• Approved $2,500.00 change order with DWA Recreation, Inc. for Canton Parks Playground Equipment Installation Project (2-0)
• Approved 1-year supply contract with Univar Solutions USA, Inc. for hydrofluorosilicic acid at $0.28 per pound (2-0)
• Approved 1-year supply contract with Alexander Chemical Corporation for liquid chlorine at $1.04 per pound (2-0)

City Council

Council members voted to suspend Rule 22A to add the second readings of Ordinances 22 through 29 to the agenda. Ordinance 30 was retained in committee. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Suspended Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 22-29 (10-0)
• Retained Ordinance 30 in committee
• Excused Member Smuckler and Member Morris from the meeting (10-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider Ordinance 60/2023 to enter into contracts with numerous organizations using CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds as part of the city's 2023 HUD-approved Action Plan. The board will also vote on a six-month scrap vehicle sale contract with Metalico Akron and a one-year fuel/maintenance agreement with the Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority.

• CDBG grants totaling $1.9M to 24 organizations, including $185,000 to ECDI-Micro Lending and $169,000 to ABCD/Stark County Minority Business Association
• HOME grants totaling $1.44M, including $840,000 to Pivotal Housing and $126,532 to Community Building Partnership
• ESG grants totaling $188,710.50 to ICAN, Commquest, and YWCA for homeless prevention and emergency shelter
• Six-month contract with Metalico Akron for scrap vehicle sales at $432 per vehicle, price adjustable monthly
• One-year agreement with Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority for fuel services and vehicle maintenance, with two optional one-year extensions

The Board of Control approved contracts for the Department of Development's 2023 HUD Action Plan using CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds. The board also authorized a scrap vehicle sale contract and a vehicle maintenance agreement with the Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority.

• Approved Ordinance 60/2023 for HUD Action Plan grant contracts (3-0)
• Approved six-month contract with Metalico Akron, Inc. for scrap vehicle sales at $432.00 per vehicle (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 95/2023 for a one-year fuel and maintenance agreement with Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority (3-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider three contract actions. The most significant is an amendment to increase funding for a summer learning and work experience program for Canton McKinley High School students by $150,000, bringing the total to $228,000. The board will also vote on a mowing contract for city-owned lots and an amendment to a demolition contract for the Clarendon Ave. Pedestrian Bridge.

• Increase contract with Stark County Community Action Agency by $150,000 (total $228,000) for summer program
• New mowing contract with Dirty Hands Excavating & Restoration, LLC until March 31, 2024
• Amendment to demolition contract with C&J Contractors for Clarendon Ave. Pedestrian Bridge, adding indemnification for Norfolk Southern Railway

The Board of Control approved a contract amendment to increase funding for a high school student work program. The board also approved a contract for mowing city-owned lots and an indemnification amendment for a pedestrian bridge demolition project.

• Approved contract amendment for Stark County Community Action Agency summer program increasing total to $228,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved contract with Dirty Hands Excavating & Restoration, LLC for mowing city-owned and/or controlled lots (3-0)
• Approved contract amendment with C&J Contractors, Inc. for indemnification of Norfolk Southern regarding Clarendon Ave. Pedestrian Bridge demolition (3-0)

City Council

City Council adopted Ordinance No. 93/2023 to provide supplemental funding for the STD Control Program. Several other ordinances were introduced and referred to committees for further review.

• Approved Ordinance No. 93/2023 providing $168,100.00 for STD Control Program salaries and direct costs
• Suspended Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 19 and 20 to the agenda (10-0)
• Excused Member Giavasis and Member Mariol from the meeting (10-0)
• Referred Ordinance #9 (Alternative Tax Budget) to Finance Committee
• Referred Ordinance #10 (Replat of Out Lots 669, 670, 671) to Public Safety & Thoroughfares Committee
• Referred Ordinance #11 (Wall Murals) and #12 (Zoning Definitions/Uses) to Judiciary Committee
• Referred Ordinance #13 ($20,000 police recruitment grant) to Finance Committee
• Referred Ordinance #15 (Excavator and asphalt trailer purchase) to Public Property Capital Improvement Committee

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider five ordinances at this special meeting, including change orders for ongoing construction projects and new contracts for paving and water main oversight. The items involve specific dollar amounts and project names, and all are up for approval.

• Change Order No. 2 with Stanley Miller Construction for $6,118.21, new total $2,594,918.21 for Collection Systems Service Center Garage Addition
• Professional services agreement with Anser Advisory Management for $235,836.00 for Fairmount Area Water Main Replacement oversight
• Change Order No. 2 with Katherine S. Welling for $220.95 cost reduction, new annual lease $46,998.97 for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Wellfield farmland
• Construction contract with Karvo Companies for $972,698.25 for 6th St. NE Paving Project
• Change Order No. 1 with S.A. Comunale Co for $1,950.00, new total $107,947.00 for Civic Center steam boiler work

The Board of Control approved several construction contracts and change orders for city infrastructure. Key actions included awarding a paving project to Karvo Companies, Inc. and approving oversight services for a water main replacement.

• Approved $972,698.25 construction contract with Karvo Companies, Inc. for 6th St. NE Paving Project (3-0)
• Approved $235,836.00 professional services agreement with Anser Advisory Management, LLC for Fairmount Area Water Main Replacement oversight (3-0)
• Approved $6,118.21 change order with Stanley Miller Construction Co., Inc. for Collection Systems Service Center project (3-0)
• Approved annual lease cost reduction of $220.95 with Katherine S. Welling of Welling Farms for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Wellfield (3-0)
• Approved $1,950.00 change order with S.A. Comunale Co, Inc. for steam boiler installation at the Civic Center (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding whether to enter into a contract with Simply Youth, LLC using $75,000 in ARPA funds for the Keep Canton Clean Summer Program, which provides lawn care for seniors and disabled residents, blight cleanup, and litter patrol. This is the sole item on the special meeting agenda.

• Ordinance 65/2023: contract with Simply Youth, LLC for $75,000 in ARPA funds
• Keep Canton Clean Summer Program: lawn care for seniors and disabled residents, blight cleanup, litter patrol

The Board of Control approved a contract with Simply Youth, LLC to operate the Keep Canton Clean Summer Program. The program will use ARPA funds to provide lawn care for senior citizens and disabled residents, as well as perform litter patrol and blight cleanup.

• Approved Ordinance 65/2023 to contract Simply Youth, LLC for $75,000.00 in ARPA funds (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding whether to award four construction and oversight contracts totaling about $7.5 million for water main replacements and a bridge replacement. The contracts include two water main projects and one bridge project, plus oversight services.

• $2,493,449.70 contract to Wenger Excavating for 34th St. water main replacement
• $236,935.00 oversight agreement with Wade Trim for 34th St. project
• $2,649,985.00 contract to Wenger Excavating for Fairmount water main replacement Phase 2
• $2,158,006.95 contract to Stanley Miller Construction for 15th St. SW bridge replacement

The Board of Control approved three construction contracts and one professional services agreement for water main and bridge projects. These decisions involve infrastructure improvements across various city areas, including the 34th St. and Fairmount areas.

• Approved $2,493,449.70 construction contract with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for 34th St. Area Water Main Replacement Project (3-0)
• Approved $236,935.00 professional services agreement with Wade Trim, Inc. for 34th St. Area Water Main Replacement Project oversight (3-0)
• Approved $2,649,985.00 construction contract with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Fairmount Area Water Main Replacement Project, Phase 2 (3-0)
• Approved $2,158,006.95 construction contract with Stanley Miller Construction Co., Inc. for 15th St. SW Bridge Replacement Project (3-0)

City Council

Council voted to suspend Rule 22A to add the second readings of Ordinances 24 and 25 to the agenda. Several new ordinances were introduced for first reading and referred to the Personnel and Finance committees.

• Approved suspension of Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 24 & 25 (12-0)
• Referred Ordinance #19 (Classification Plan amendments) to Personnel Committee
• Referred Ordinance #20 (Prisoner Extradition Reimbursement Fund grant) to Finance Committee
• Referred Ordinance #21 (Health Fund supplemental appropriation) to Finance Committee
• Referred Ordinance #22 (Hiring of Brandon Kerr as Water Dept Fiscal Manager) to Personnel Committee
• Referred Ordinance #23 (Water Reclamation Facility lawsuit settlement) to Personnel Committee

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider several contracts, including a $3.9 million sanitary sewer improvement project and a $137,000 streetscape project. It will also vote on a five-year landfill contract for leachate and sludge disposal, a one-year utility bill printing contract, a road salt supply agreement, and a vehicle purchase contract.

• Five-year contract amendment with American Landfill (Waste Management) for leachate and sludge disposal until June 25, 2028
• Award $136,984.50 to Stanley Miller Construction for 6th St. NW Streetscape Project (GP 1404)
• Award $3,904,610.70 to Wenger Excavating for 4th Street SE Sanitary Sewer Improvements (GP 1338)
• One-year contract with KMS 2000 (PPI Graphics) for utility bill printing and mailing
• Road salt supply from Cargill at $56.60 per ton for 2023-2024 winter

The Board of Control approved several infrastructure and supply contracts, including a major sewer improvement project and a vehicle supply agreement. All motions passed with 3-0 votes.

• Approved $3,904,610.70 contract with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for 4th Street SE Sanitary Sewer Improvements (3-0)
• Approved $136,984.50 contract with Stanley Miller Construction Co. for 6th St. NW Streetscape Project (3-0)
• Approved one-year vehicle supply contract with Sarchione Auto Group (3-0)
• Approved road salt supply contract with Cargill, Inc. at $56.60 per ton for 2023-2024 (3-0)
• Approved five-year contract amendment with American Landfill, Inc. dba Waste Management for leachate and sludge disposal (3-0)
• Approved one-year contract with KMS 2000, Inc. dba PPI Graphics for utility bill printing and mailing (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering three ordinances: two amendments to extend deadlines for ICAN Housing homeless prevention contracts funded with ESG funds, and a 24-month professional services agreement with Agile Network Builders for network services. These are routine administrative actions, not new policy initiatives.

• Ordinance 91/2021: Amend ICAN Housing contract with $115,365.95 in ESG funds, extend expenditure deadline to July 31, 2023
• Ordinance 176/2022: Amend ICAN Housing contract with $125,364.65 in ESG funds, extend start date to Aug 1, 2023 and expenditure deadline to July 31, 2024
• Ordinance 276/2022: 24-month agreement with Agile Network Builders at $6,526/month for WAN and internet services on 16 existing connections

The Board of Control approved two contract amendments for ICAN Housing, Inc. regarding homeless prevention funds. The Board also approved a 24-month professional services agreement for city-wide network and internet services.

• Approved contract amendment for ICAN Housing, Inc. using $115,365.95 in ESG funds to extend expenditure deadline to July 31, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved contract amendment for ICAN Housing, Inc. using $125,364.65 in ESG funds to extend start date to August 1, 2023 and expenditure deadline to July 31, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved 24-month agreement with Agile Network Builders, LLC for network services at $6,526.00 per month (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved three contracts related to city infrastructure and landscaping. These include a street pavement assessment program, a welcome sign project, and a streetscape change order.

• Approved $55,000.000 contract with Pavement Management Group, LLC for street services in wards 2, 6, 7, 8 and 9 (2-0)
• Approved $154,894.86 contract with Rice’s Nursery & Landscaping, Inc. for the Canton Welcome Sign Landscape Project (2-0)
• Approved $69,850.00 Change Order No. 3 with The Shelly Company for the Cleveland Ave.-2nd St. NW Onesto Streetscape Project (2-0)

City Council

City Council adopted several ordinances including a low-interest loan for the 11th Street Improvement Replacement Project and the hiring of a Fair Housing Investigator. The council also approved a gas facility easement and the creation of a Joint Economic Development District fund for Perry Township.

• Adopted Ordinance #11: Low-interest loan for 11th Street Improvement Replacement Project (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #12: Hired Karen Esposito as Fair Housing Investigator at $45,000 annual salary (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #13: Authorized Water Pollution Control Loan Fund agreement for wastewater facilities (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #15: Easement agreement with East Ohio Gas Company for City Service Center property (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #16: Created 7510 Perry Township Joint Economic Development District fund (11-0)
• Referred Ordinance #9: 2023 Walmart Local Community Grant for Police Department to Finance Committee
• Referred Ordinance #10: Vehicle maintenance and fuel services contract with Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority to Finance Committee

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding on two ordinances: one to accept a $200,000 grant from Community Building Partnership of Stark County for neighborhood programs, and another to award a $94,200 contract for fire turnout gear. Both items are up for approval at this meeting.

• Ordinance 77/2023: Grant agreement with Community Building Partnership of Stark County, Inc. for up to $200,000, including 10% admin fee, for owner-occupant exterior upgrades and code compliance renovations.
• Ordinance 50/2023: Contract with Fire Safety Services, Inc. for $94,200 for fire turnout gear coats and pants.

The Board of Control approved a grant agreement for neighborhood improvement programs and a contract for fire department gear. Both measures passed with unanimous 3-0 votes.

• Approved grant agreement with Community Building Partnership of Stark County, Inc. up to $200,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved $94,200.00 contract with Fire Safety Services, Inc. for fire turnout gear (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved a construction contract for the 11th St. SE Improvements Project. The board also approved two project change orders and a contract for water department supplies.

• Approved $11,654,000.00 construction contract with S.E.T., Inc. for 11th St. SE Improvements Project (2-0)
• Approved $81,428.62 change order with Great Lakes Construction Company for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant and Wellfield Improvements (2-0)
• Approved $30,672.84 change order with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Colonial Blvd. NE Project (2-0)
• Approved $118,562.00 contract with Core & Main LP for Water Department pipe and fittings (2-0)

City Council

City Council adopted Ordinance #9 to amend a previous appropriation ordinance and Ordinance #10 to update the general offenses code regarding juvenile parental responsibility. The council also voted to add several second-reading ordinances to the agenda.

• Approved suspension of Rule 22A to add Ordinances 11-15 to the agenda (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #9 (Ordinance No. 75/2023) amending Appropriation Ordinance No. 51/2023 (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #10 (Ordinance No. 76/2023) amending Chapter 503 regarding juvenile offenses and parental responsibility (11-0)
• Excused Member Ferguson from the meeting (11-0)
• Referred Ordinance #8 to Finance Committee
• Referred Ordinance #9 to Finance Committee
• Referred Ordinance #10 to Judiciary Committee

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved a professional services contract with Bricker Graydon LLP. The contract is for legal services related to a lawsuit concerning the City of Canton Water Reclamation Facility construction project.

• Approved contract with Bricker Graydon LLP not to exceed $130,000.00 (2-0)

City Council

City Council adopted three ordinances to approve and accept property replats in Wards 2, 4, and 5. Several other ordinances regarding grants, easements, and sewer projects were referred to committees or held for further reading.

• Approved replat of part of lots 1549 and 1550 (12-0)
• Approved replat of lot 9786 and part of lot 9787 (12-0)
• Approved replat of multiple lots for Habitat for Humanity (12-0)
• Referred grant agreement with Community Building Partnership of Stark County, Inc. (up to $200,000) to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant renovation change order ($81,428.62) to Finance Committee
• Referred Ohio Power Company easement agreement for Spiker Park to Environmental & Public Utilities Committee
• Referred East Ohio Gas Company easement agreement for City Service Center to Environmental & Public Utilities Committee
• Referred creation of Perry Township Joint Economic Development District (JEDD) fund to Community & Economic Development Committee

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider five ordinances, including contracts for splash pads, police security cameras, a sanitation truck, fire station renovations, and a paving change order. All items are up for approval at this meeting.

• $1,419,125 contract with Daniel A. Terreri & Sons for splash pads at Garaux, Harmont, and Weis Parks (ARPA funds)
• $813,720 contract with Wi-Fiber for police security camera and license plate reader expansion (ARPA funds)
• $347,428.50 purchase of a Heil DuraPack 5000 sanitation truck from MacQueen Equipment (Sourcewell cooperative)
• $42,000 professional services agreement with Motter & Meadows Architects for Fire Station #8 renovation (ARPA funds)
• $99,143.10 change order with The Shelly Company for 2022 City Paving Program Phase 2, new total $529,023.10

The Board of Control approved several contracts for public works, including park improvements, police surveillance equipment, and a sanitation truck. ARPA funds were utilized for the spray parks, security cameras, and fire station architectural services.

• Approved $1,419,125.00 contract with Daniel A. Terreri & Sons, Inc. for spray park installations at Garaux, Harmont and Weis Parks (3-0)
• Approved $813,720.00 contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC for police security cameras and license plate reader system (3-0)
• Approved $347,428.50 contract with MacQueen Equipment, LLC for one Heil DuraPack 5000 sanitation truck (3-0)
• Approved $42,000.00 agreement with Motter & Meadows Architects for Fire Station #8 renovation services (3-0)
• Approved $99,143.10 change order with The Shelly Company for 2022 City Paving Program spot paving (3-0)

City Council

City Council adopted two ordinances to convey city-owned real property to the Canton Community Improvement Corporation. The council also approved the purchase of a 1992 Pierce Arrow aerial truck for the fire department.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 67/2023 to convey 1839 Kimball Rd SE to Canton Community Improvement Corporation (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 68/2023 to convey Ford Property parcels to Canton Community Improvement Corporation (11-0)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1 to purchase a 1992 Pierce Arrow aerial truck for the Fire Dept (Unanimous voice vote)
• Excused Member Ferguson from the meeting (11-0)
• Suspended Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 14 through 18 to the agenda (11-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider several contracts, including a change order for the Fire Station #4 roof replacement, a construction contract for the Burnham Hills Sanitary Sewer Realignment, and the purchase of a pickup truck for the Fire Department. It will also consider approving the sale of 15 city-owned properties to individual buyers.

• Change order with Haralson Roofing, LLC for $998.40 (new total $50,398.40) for Fire Station #4 roof
• Contract with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $293,665.80 for Burnham Hills sewer realignment
• Contract with Montrose Auto Group for $65,285.00 for a 2023 Dodge Ram 2500
• Sale of 15 parcels to individuals, prices from $100 to $5,559

The Board of Control approved a $293,665.80 construction contract with Wenger Excavating for the Burnham Hills Sanitary Sewer Realignment Project, a $998.40 change order for Fire Station #4 roof repairs, a $65,285.00 truck purchase for the Fire Department, and the sale of 15 city-owned parcels to individual buyers. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved $293,665.80 sewer contract with Wenger Excavating (3-0)
• Approved $998.40 change order for Fire Station #4 roof (3-0)
• Approved $65,285.00 purchase of 2023 Dodge Ram 2500 for Fire Dept (3-0)
• Approved sale of 15 city-owned parcels to individuals (3-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and purchases, including allocating $610,429 in ARPA funds for summer camps and learning programs, a contract amendment for YMCA improvements, and various equipment purchases. The board will also vote on a cybersecurity assessment and a vehicle purchase agreement.

• Ordinance 65/2023: $610,429 in ARPA funds for 2023 Summer Camps and Learning Programs
• Ordinance 176/2022: Eric Snow YMCA contract amendment, scope change to gym floor and carpet, amount unchanged at $38,600
• Ordinance 39/2023: $134,528.33 for a Mini Excavator for the Water Department (Sourcewell cooperative)
• Ordinance 63/2023: $124,400 for Mental Health and Awareness Services for Canton Police Officers (ARPA funds)
• Ordinance 50/2023: $89,196.56 for Central Plaza furnishings; $64,811.76 for two equipment trailers; $39,000 for cybersecurity assessment; vehicle contract with Montrose Auto Group

The Board of Control approved several contracts for city equipment, public safety services, and community grants. Key approvals included ARPA-funded summer programs and mental health services for police officers. The board also authorized vehicle and equipment purchases for various city departments.

• Approved $610,429 in ARPA grant funding for 2023 Summer Camps and Learning Programs (2-0)
• Approved contract amendment for Eric Snow YMCA facility improvements at $38,600 (2-0)
• Approved $134,528.33 contract with Ohio Machinery Co. for a Water Department mini excavator (2-0)
• Approved professional service agreement with Legacy of Honor for police mental health services up to $124,400 (2-0)
• Approved $89,196.56 contract with Landscape Forms, Inc. for Central Plaza furnishings (2-0)
• Approved $64,811.76 contract with Murphy Tractor and Equipment Co. for two trailers (2-0)
• Approved $39,000 contract with TrustedSec, LLC for cyber security assessment (2-0)
• Approved one-year contract with Montrose Auto Group for city vehicle purchases (2-0)

City Council

Council referred five ordinances regarding city-owned property transfers and lot replats to committees for further review. No ordinances reached a final vote, and no third readings were scheduled.

• Referred O#9 (property at 1839 Kimball Rd SE) to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred O#10 (Ford Property) to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred O#11 (Chuck Fuchs replat) to Public Safety & Thoroughfares Committee
• Referred O#12 (Sarai Properties LLC replat) to Public Safety & Thoroughfares Committee
• Referred O#13 (Habitat for Humanity replat) to Public Safety & Thoroughfares Committee
• Approved suspension of Rule 22A to add second readings of Ordinances 14-16 (11-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider two change orders at its April 18, 2023 meeting. The first is a $45,801.90 increase for the 30th St NW Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project, changing conduit material for fiber optic cable crossings. The second is an $11,434.97 increase for the 9th Street NE Salt Storage Facility Renovations, to remove trash found on site. Both items are ordinances up for approval.

• Change Order No. 1 with The Shelly Company: $45,801.90 increase, new total $578,332.40 for 30th St NW Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project (GP 1238)
• Change Order No. 3 with The Stanley Miller Construction Company: $11,434.97 increase, new total $2,195,711.11 for 9th Street NE Salt Storage Facility Renovations (GP 1371)

The Board of Control approved a change order for the 30th St NW Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project. A separate change order for the 9th Street NE Salt Storage Facility Renovations was tabled.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 with The Shelly Company for $45,801.90 for 30th St NW Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project (2-0)
• Tabled Change Order No. 3 with The Stanley Miller Construction Company for $11,434.97 for 9th Street NE Salt Storage Facility Renovations (2-0)

City Council

City Council adopted two ordinances using ARPA funds for summer work and camp programs and authorized participation in an ODOT road salt contract. Several other ordinances were referred to committees for further review.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 65/2023 to implement 2023 summer work experience and camp/learning programs using ARPA funds (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 66/2023 authorizing participation in the ODOT road salt contract (11-0)
• Referred Ordinance #7 (Boswell Concrete real property tax exemption) to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred Ordinance #8 (Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations) to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred Ordinance #9 (Health Code amendment) to Judiciary Committee
• Referred Ordinance #10 (Ohio Power Company electrical easement) to Environmental & Public Utilities Committee

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is deciding on multiple contracts and purchases, including a $6.7 million construction contract for the Sanitation Building Project, a $3.88 million fire truck purchase, and a $4.1 million paving program. Also on the agenda are agreements for downtown development, water testing, and a wheel loader purchase.

• Ordinance 89/2022: $6,742,259.99 construction contract with Mike Coates Construction Co. for Sanitation Building Project GP1376
• Ordinance 50/2023: $3,880,076.00 purchase of one Aerial Truck and one Pumper Truck for Fire Department from Atlantic Emergency Solutions
• Ordinance 276/2022: $4,114,596.05 construction contract with The Shelly Company for 2023 City Paving Program GP 1414
• Ordinance 36/2023: $250,000.00 one-year agreement with Downtown Canton Partnership for downtown development
• Ordinance 50/2023: $148,630.80 wheel loader purchase for Street Department from Southeastern Equipment Co.

The Board of Control approved several high-value contracts for city infrastructure, emergency vehicles, and paving. They also authorized professional services for downtown development and water facility testing.

• Approved $6,742,259.99 contract with Mike Coates Construction Co., Inc. for Sanitation Building Project (3-0)
• Approved $4,114,596.05 contract with The Shelly Company for 2023 City Paving Program (3-0)
• Approved $3,880,076.00 contract with Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc. for one Aerial Truck and two Pumper Trucks (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Downtown Canton Partnership, Inc. not to exceed $250,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved $148,630.80 purchase of a Wheel Loader from Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. (3-0)
• Approved cost reduction of $9,725.97 for Cleveland Ave. Water Main Replacement Project oversight (3-0)
• Approved analytical testing contracts with Hoffman Analytical Services, Inc. and Pace Analytical Services, LLC (3-0)

City Council

City Council adopted three ordinances focused on public safety, including ARPA grants for firefighter and police officer mental health services. One ordinance regarding a road salt contract was referred to the Finance Committee.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 62/2023 to accept an ARPA grant up to $15,750.00 for firefighter health and wellness services (10-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 63/2023 to accept an ARPA grant up to $124,400.00 for police officer mental health and wellness services via Legacy of Honor (10-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 64/2023 to establish a classification plan for Fire Division management and non-bargaining personnel (10-0)
• Referred Ordinance #10 regarding the ODOT road salt contract to the Finance Committee

Canton Community Improvement Corporation

The Board approved an option agreement for low-income housing at the former Lehman Football Field and authorized the transfer of the Ford Property and 1839 Kimball Rd. SE for economic development. The Board also approved financial reports and a temporary license for youth football use of the Lehman field.

• Approved meeting minutes from January 18, 2023
• Approved financial reports through February 28, 2023
• Approved Option Agreement with Lehman Housing Two, LLC for former Lehman Football Field (LIHTC application)
• Retroactively authorized Temporary License Agreement with Ohio Spartan Elite, Inc. for Lehman Football field use
• Approved transfer of Ford Property (parcels 10009758-10009762) to A & J Urban Development, LLC
• Approved transfer of 1839 Kimball Rd. SE (parcel 232479) to Selenium Properties, LLC

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and change orders. The largest item is a $136,960.15 change order for the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Renovation Project, increasing the contract to $37,219,360.51. The board will also vote on a professional services agreement for water modeling, a railroad permit for a bridge demolition, a change order for the Centennial Plaza restroom facility, a tree removal contract, and a ventilation system project for the Motor Vehicles shop.

• Change Order No. 1 with Great Lakes Construction Co. for $136,960.15 (Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Renovation; new total $37,219,360.51)
• Professional services agreement with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for $48,100.00 (Water Transient Modeling and Surge Mitigation Evaluation, Phase II)
• Norfolk Southern Railway Force Account Permit up to $95,527.00 (Clarendon Ave. SW Pedestrian Bridge Demolition)
• Change Order No. 2 with Stanley Miller Construction Co. for $913.25 (Centennial Plaza Restroom and Operations Support Facility; new total $1,663,713.25)
• One-year contract with A Cut Above Tree Service for tree and stump removal (two optional one-year renewals)

The Board of Control approved six items including water treatment plant costs, a railway permit for bridge demolition, and a DMV ventilation project. All motions passed with 3-0 votes.

• Approved $136,960.15 change order for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Renovation (3-0)
• Approved $48,100.00 agreement with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for Water Department modeling (3-0)
• Approved Norfolk Southern Railway Company permit up to $95,527.00 for Clarendon Ave. SW bridge demolition (3-0)
• Approved $913.25 change order for Centennial Plaza Restroom and Operations Support Facility (3-0)
• Approved one-year contract with A Cut Above Tree Service for tree and stump removal (3-0)
• Approved $266,551.32 contract with Q.B.S., Inc. for DMV Shop Ventilation System Project (3-0)

City Council

City Council adopted several ordinances for water main replacements and roadway improvements. The body also approved funding for HUD community development programs and a contract for water transient modeling. One ordinance regarding the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant was fast-tracked and adopted.

• Approved $136,960.51 change order for Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant (10-0)
• Approved 34th Street NW water main and roadway project with $1.5M in funding (10-0)
• Approved Fairmount Area water main Phase II and roadway project with $1.5M in funding (10-0)
• Approved purchase of one 1/2 ton pickup truck with plow and one large dump truck (10-0)
• Approved payment of final loan for Water Reclamation Facility Phosphorus/Total Nitrogen Project (10-0)
• Approved $48,100 contract with Arcadis for water transient modeling (9-1)
• Approved 2021, 2022, and 2023 HUD Action Plans and related grant funding (10-0)
• Approved 30th Street and Cromer Avenue water main and sewer project (10-0)

Records Commission

The Canton Records Commission met and approved five RC-2 records retention schedules for the Civic Center, DMV, Mayor's Office, Sanitation, and Streets departments. The Streets schedule was amended to set retention at 25 years for two items before approval. A training session for city records custodians was also planned.

• Approved Civic Center RC-2 records retention schedule
• Approved DMV RC-2 records retention schedule
• Approved Mayor's Office RC-2 records retention schedule
• Approved Sanitation RC-2 records retention schedule
• Approved Streets RC-2 with amendments setting retention at 25 years for items #23-43 and #23-44

Records Commission

The Canton Records Commission is meeting to approve RC-2 Records Retention Schedules for the Civic Center, DMV, Mayor's Office, Sanitation, and Streets departments. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.

• Approval of RC-2 Records Retention Schedules for Civic Center
• Approval of RC-2 Records Retention Schedules for DMV
• Approval of RC-2 Records Retention Schedules for Mayor's Office
• Approval of RC-2 Records Retention Schedules for Sanitation
• Approval of RC-2 Records Retention Schedules for Streets

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved four construction-related change orders and one new contract for a stormwater project. A $6.5 million contract for a sanitation building was tabled. All approved items passed with 2-0 votes.

• Approved $96,945.10 change order for 9th St. NE Salt Storage Facility Renovations (2-0)
• Tabled $6,529,823.45 construction contract for Sanitation Building Project (2-0)
• Approved $241,459.00 construction contract for Middle Branch Nimishillen Creek Stormwater Constructed Wetland Project (2-0)
• Approved $83,328.17 change order for 2022 City Paving Program (2-0)
• Approved $27,333.35 cost reduction change order for 2022 Chip Seal Program (2-0)

City Council

City Council approved the 2023 annual appropriations and a capital ordinance for vehicle and equipment purchases. Several other ordinances regarding water main replacements and grant funding were introduced for first and second readings.

• Adopted 2023 annual appropriations as amended (11-0)
• Approved Ordinance #15 for vehicle and equipment purchases, including $1.8M for 15th Street Bridge Project, as amended (11-0)
• Referred Ordinance #2 (Firefighter wellness grant $15,750) to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred Ordinance #3 (Police wellness grant $124,400) to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred Ordinance #4 (Fire Division classification plan) to Personnel Committee
• Referred Ordinance #5 (Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant change order $136,960.51) to Finance Committee

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering three change orders to existing contracts. These include a reduced annual lease for farmland at the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant, a cost reduction to close out a water valve assessment program, and an increase for the Willig Field Complex upgrade. All items are presented as ordinances for approval.

• Change Order No. 1 with Welling Farms: annual lease reduced by $7,882.08 to $47,219.92 for 271.42 acres at Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant
• Change Order for Year Four with M. E. Simpson Co., Inc.: cost reduction of $28,135.00, new contract total $166,464.00
• Change Order No. 1 with Turf Alliance, LLC: $10,628.80 for irrigation booster pump, new contract total $2,310,628.80

The Board of Control approved cost reductions for a farming lease and a water valve program. The Board also approved a cost increase for the Willig Field Complex Upgrade Project.

• Approved $7,882.08 annual lease cost reduction for Welling Farms (2-0)
• Approved $28,135.00 cost reduction for M. E. Simpson Co., Inc. Water Valve Assessment and Exercising Program (2-0)
• Approved $10,628.80 cost increase for Turf Alliance, LLC for Willig Field Complex Upgrade Project (2-0)

City Council

Council adopted several ordinances, including agreements for national opioid settlements and a tax increment financing agreement for AVI Greentree. The body also approved multiple property replats and the purchase of sanitation department vehicles.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 41/2023 establishing AVI Greentree Non-School TIF (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 42/2023 for Board of Health reimbursement of city clean-up wages (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 43/2023 to execute national opioid settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 44/2023 for editing and inclusion of ordinances in codified codes (12-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 45/2023 to distribute 2022 supplement to codified ordinances (12-0)
• Approved replats for Lots 23016 and 23017, part of Out Lot 38, and various other lots (three separate 12-0 votes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 49/2023 to purchase a rear loading packer, passenger van, and 4x4 pickup truck for Sanitation (12-0)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1 appointing Brenda Kimbrough to Downtown Canton Partnership, Inc. Board of Trustees (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control will consider several construction-related items, including awarding a $2.5 million contract for the 9th St. SW Bridge Replacement Project and approving change orders for other projects. These actions involve contracts and cost adjustments for street, waterline, and water main projects.

• Award $2,523,796.15 contract to J.D. Williamson Construction Co. for 9th St. SW Bridge Replacement Project (GP1298)
• Change Order No. 1 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $1,646.75 cost reduction on Hursh Pl. NW Widening Project (GP1377), new contract amount $406,937.17
• Change Order No. 1 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $330,582.60 for Harvard Ave. Waterline Replacement Project, new contract amount $1,848,641.10
• Change Order No. 1 with IBI Group Engineering Services, Inc. for $13,451.00 for Perry Heights Phase II Water Main Replacement Project, new contract amount $170,024.00

The Board of Control approved a new construction contract for a bridge replacement and three change orders for water main and street projects. All items passed with 2-0 votes.

• Approved $2,523,796.15 construction contract with J.D. Williamson Construction Co. for 9th St. SW Bridge Replacement Project (2-0)
• Approved $330,582.60 change order with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Harvard Ave. Waterline Replacement Project (2-0)
• Approved $13,451.00 change order with IBI Group Engineering Services, Inc. for Perry Heights Phase II Water Main Replacement Project design (2-0)
• Approved $1,646.75 cost reduction change order with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Hursh Pl. NW Widening Project (2-0)

City Council

Council approved a design-build contract for a city-wide fiber network and safety camera expansion using ARPA funds. They also authorized a one-year professional services agreement with Downtown Canton Partnership, Inc. and approved several water department equipment purchases and infrastructure projects.

• Approved city-wide fiber network and safety camera expansion (12-0)
• Approved $250,000 per year professional services agreement with Downtown Canton Partnership, Inc. for one year (11-1)
• Approved purchase of one cargo van, one 4x4 heavy duty chassis cab, one cargo box, one mini excavator, and one asphalt hot box for Water Dept (12-0)
• Approved water main extension to Holt Street SE (12-0)
• Approved classification plan for Service Director's Water Construction, Repair, Maintenance, Supply and Treatment Division (12-0)
• Referred 2023 Annual Appropriations ordinance to Finance Committee

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and a change order. The most consequential item is a $2,020,273 construction contract for the 2022 Service Center Upgrade and Reconfiguration Project. The board will also approve a cost-reduction change order to close out a road project and award supply contracts for concrete and polymer.

• Change Order No. 5 & Final with Wenger Excavating, Inc. reduces Steese Area Roadway and Drainage – Phase 1, 39th St. NW Project by $39,880.96, new total $3,313,250.21
• Construction contract with Cavanaugh Building Corporation for $2,020,273.00 for 2022 Service Center Upgrade and Reconfiguration Project
• One-year supply contract with Tidewater Products, Inc. for liquid emulsion polymer at $1,005,492.00, with option for three one-year extensions
• Supply contract with Shelly Materials, Inc. DBA Medina Supply Company for ready mix concrete

The Board of Control approved several city contracts, including a construction project for the Service Center and a supply contract for the Water Reclamation Facility. The board also approved a cost reduction change order for a roadway project and a concrete supply agreement.

• Approved $2,020,273.00 construction contract with Cavanaugh Building Corporation for 2022 Service Center Upgrade and Reconfiguration Project (3-0)
• Approved $1,005,492.00 annual supply contract with Tidewater Products, Inc. for liquid emulsion polymer (3-0)
• Approved cost reduction of $39,880.96 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Steese Area Roadway and Drainage project (3-0)
• Approved contract with Shelly Materials, Inc. DBA Medina Supply Company for ready mix concrete (3-0)

City Council

Council approved two revenue bond anticipation notes for economic development projects and adopted an amendment to the city zoning ordinance. The body also accepted grant funds for police body-worn cameras and commended two officers of the year.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 32/2023 amending the City of Canton Zoning Ordinance (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 33/2023 for revenue bond anticipation notes up to $900,000 for the Hercules Development Project (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 34/2023 for revenue bond anticipation notes up to $2,250,000 for the Hall of Fame Village project (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 35/2023 to accept $26,050.79 in grant funds for nine body-worn cameras (11-0)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #1 commending 2022 Police Officer of the Year Detective Daniel Szaniszlo (Unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Informal Resolution #2 commending 2023 Police Officer of the Year Detective Michael Herrera (Unanimous voice vote)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering Ordinance 214/2020 to approve Change Order No. 1 & Final with The Shelly Company for the Cleveland Ave. Water Main Replacement Project. This change order reduces the contract cost by $21,037.08, bringing the new total to $2,433,589.81, and closes out the project.

• Change Order No. 1 & Final with The Shelly Company
• Cost reduction of $21,037.08
• Cleveland Ave. Water Main Replacement Project
• New contract amount: $2,433,589.81
• Ordinance 214/2020

Board of Control

The Board of Control is holding a special meeting to consider Ordinance 276/2022, which would authorize a professional services contract with Vision Service Plan Insurance Company for a 48-month vision benefit plan for City employees. This is the only item on the agenda.

• Ordinance 276/2022: professional services contract with Vision Service Plan Insurance Company for a 48-month vision benefit plan for City employees

The Board of Control approved a professional services contract with Vision Service Plan Insurance Company. This contract provides a 48-month vision benefit plan for City employees.

• Approved professional services contract with Vision Service Plan Insurance Company (3-0)

City Council

Council adopted four ordinances involving business incentive agreements, police equipment grants, and a water main change order. Several other ordinances regarding fiber networks, vehicle purchases, and bond issuances were referred to committees or held for further reading.

• Approved job creation and retention agreement with Midwest Industrial Supply, Inc. (12-0)
• Approved job creation and retention agreement with Union Metal Industries Corporation (12-0)
• Approved $11,000 grant for two WatchGuard camera systems and training (12-0)
• Approved $330,582.60 change order with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for Harvard Ave water main replacement (12-0)
• Approved suspension of Rule 22A to add second readings for Ordinances 20, 21, 22, and 24 (12-0)
• Referred Ordinance #16 (fiber network and safety cameras) to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred Ordinance #17 (water division classification plan) to Personnel Committee
• Referred Ordinance #18 (water department vehicle purchases) to Public Property Capital Improvement Committee

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and change orders. Items include elevator maintenance and repair contracts, purchase of a snow plow truck and equipment, playground installation, and an administrative cost addition to a housing program. All items are up for approval at this meeting.

• Change Order No. 1 with Community Building Partnership of Stark County for $5,000 in HOME funds for Down Payment Assistance Program admin costs
• Contract with Schindler Elevator Corporation for elevator maintenance at city buildings via Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Contract with Hissong Kenworth for $120,669 for a 2024 Kenworth T480 Snow Plow Cab & Chassis
• Contract with Henderson Products for $127,387 for snow and ice control equipment package
• Contract with DWA Recreation for $170,660 for playground equipment at Weis, Meyer, Bernard and Maryland Parks

The Board of Control approved several contracts for city infrastructure and equipment, including new snow plow vehicles and playground installations. The board also authorized change orders for housing assistance administration and City Hall elevator repairs.

• Approved $5,000 change order for Community Building Partnership of Stark County administration costs (3-0)
• Approved elevator maintenance contract with Schindler Elevator Corporation (3-0)
• Approved $120,669 contract with Hissong Kenworth, Inc. for one 2024 Kenworth T480 Snow Plow Cab & Chassis (3-0)
• Approved $127,387 contract with Henderson Products, Inc. for a 2023 Snow and Ice Control Truck Equipment Package (3-0)
• Approved $170,660 contract with DWA Recreation, Inc. for playground equipment at Weis, Meyer, Bernard and Maryland Parks (3-0)
• Approved $60,641 change order with TK Elevator Corporation for City Hall Passenger Elevator Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement (3-0)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider six ordinances, including contracts for neighborhood home improvements, a park pavilion design, environmental remediation and demolition, and road improvements. The board will also review change orders for a reservoir project and a restroom facility, with one adjusting a completion date due to supply chain issues.

• Ordinance 20/2023: $100,000 CDBG contract with Canton For All People for Shorb Neighborhood Home Improvement Project
• Ordinance 194/2021: $44,500 contract with Motter & Meadows Architects for Crenshaw Park Shelter Project pavilion
• Ordinance 21/2023: $200,000 ARPA subaward to Foxy Few, LLC for demolition and greening at 1515 Shorb Ave. NW
• Ordinance 106/2022: Change Order No. 1 with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for $4,500, new total $444,700 for Cromer Reservoir Improvement
• Ordinance 66/2022: Change Order No. 1 with Stanley Miller Construction Co. revising Centennial Plaza Restroom completion to April 27, 2023

The Board of Control approved six items related to neighborhood improvements, park facilities, and road projects. These actions included awarding contracts for home improvements, demolition, and architectural services, as well as approving project change orders.

• Approved contract with Canton For All People, Inc. up to $100,000 for Shorb Neighborhood Home Improvement Project (3-0)
• Approved $44,500 contract with Motter & Meadows Architects for Crenshaw Park Shelter Project pavilion (3-0)
• Approved $200,000 grant agreement with Foxy Few, LLC for demolition and remediation at 1515 Shorb Ave. NW (3-0)
• Approved $4,500 change order with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for Cromer Reservoir Improvement Project (3-0)
• Approved change order with Stanley Miller Construction Co. to move Centennial Plaza facility completion date to April 27, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved $47,059.20 contract with ODOT for Atlantic Blvd./US 62 and Kirby Ave. improvements (3-0)

City Council

Council approved emergency demolition contracts for two properties and re-established two reinvestment programs using Issue 13 funds. The body also updated the city zoning ordinance and confirmed a Board of Health reappointment.

• Approved emergency demolition of 606 6th St. NE (10-0)
• Approved emergency demolition of 820 8th St. NW (10-0)
• Re-established Storefront Reinvestment Program with up to $200,000 in Issue 13 funds (10-0)
• Re-established Public Realm Reinvestment Program with up to $100,000 in Issue 13 funds (10-0)
• Adopted amendment to City of Canton Zoning Ordinance (10-0)
• Approved $100,000 grant transfer from Hoover Foundation to CFAP-Gonder, LLC (10-0)
• Adopted PO to Hilscher-Clarke Electric Co. for highway light conduit repairs (Unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointment of Cleo Lucas to Canton City Board of Health (Unanimous)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and purchases, including a change order for the Market Ave. water main project, registration of an emergency paving contractor, a fire hydrant supply contract, and the purchase of mobile crime prevention trailers for the police.

• Change Order No. 1 with Wenger Excavating, Inc. for $56,245.00, new contract total $2,155,330.90 for Market Ave. Water Main Replacement
• Register The Shelly Company as emergency contractor for street paving due to water main breaks, one-year term from March 1, 2023
• One-year supply contract with Mueller Company, LLC for fire hydrants and repair parts
• Contract with Industrial Video & Control Co., LLC for $81,770.00 for two Mobile Crime Prevention Trailers for Police Department

The Board of Control approved a change order for the Market Ave. Water Main Replacement Project and a contract for police crime prevention trailers. They also approved a supply contract for fire hydrants and registered an emergency paving contractor.

• Approved $56,245 change order for Market Ave. Water Main Replacement Project with Wenger Excavating, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved registration of The Shelly Company as emergency contractor for profiling and street paving (3-0)
• Approved one-year supply contract with Mueller Company, LLC for fire hydrants and repair parts (3-0)
• Approved $81,770 contract with Industrial Video & Control Co., LLC for two Mobile Crime Prevention Trailers (3-0)

City Council

Council adopted ordinances for road improvements on Atlantic Blvd and the hiring of a DMV General Foreman. The board also approved funding for a neighborhood home improvement project and environmental remediation of a former church building.

• Adopted Ordinance #17 for improvements to Atlantic Blvd (U.S. Route 62) (10-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance #18 to hire Ryan Shankle as DMV General Foreman at $74,000 annually (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #22 for $100,000 grant to Canton For All People, Inc. for Shorb neighborhood home improvements (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #23 for $200,000 ARPA grant to Kempthorn/Foxy Few LLC for remediation and demolition at 1515 Shorb Avenue NW (11-0)
• Referred Ordinance #12 regarding grant transfers for Gonder Ave health center to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred Ordinance #13 regarding job agreement with Midwest Industrial Supply, Inc. to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred Ordinance #14 regarding job agreement with Union Metal Industries Corporation to Community & Economic Development Committee
• Referred Ordinance #15 regarding $11,000 grant for WatchGuard camera systems to Finance Committee

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and amendments, including extending a Habitat for Humanity agreement, approving three-year employee benefit plans, and awarding design contracts for water main replacement projects. They will also consider a two-year agreement with the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce for downtown programming and a security camera installation contract.

• Contract amendment with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio for SE Renewal Project, extending deadline to May 31, 2023
• Three-year dental, medical, and prescription drug benefit plans for City employees with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Aultcare Corporation
• Design contract with IBI Group for Perry Heights Water Main Replacement Project Phase II ($156,573.00)
• Design contract with Environmental Design Group for Croydon Drive Area and Brookpark Circle Water Main Replacement ($159,988.03)
• Design contract with Arcadis for Gross Ave. Area Water Main Replacement ($139,500.00)

The Board of Control approved several professional services contracts for water main replacement projects and city employee health benefits. The board also authorized funding for downtown economic development and security upgrades at the Service Center Impound Lot.

• Approved contract extension with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio to May 31, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved three-year dental, medical, and prescription drug benefit plans for City employees (3-0)
• Approved $156,573.00 contract with IBI Group Engineering Services (USA), Inc. for Perry Heights Water Main Replacement Project, Phase II (3-0)
• Approved $159,988.03 contract with Environmental Design Group, LLC for Croydon Drive Area and Brookpark Circle Water Main Replacement Project (3-0)
• Approved $139,500.00 contract with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for Gross Ave. Area Water Main Replacement Project (3-0)
• Approved two-year agreement with Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce not to exceed $75,000.00 per year (3-0)
• Approved $76,725.00 contract with Wi-Fiber, LLC for security cameras at the Service Center Impound Lot (3-0)

City Council

Council adopted ordinances for land replats and a municipal income tax scanning contract. They also confirmed two appointments to the Canton Construction Board and adopted a hazard mitigation plan. A proposed contract for police mental health services was postponed indefinitely.

• Adopted updated Stark County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (Unanimous voice vote)
• Confirmed reappointment of Mike Abbott to Canton Construction Board (Unanimous voice vote)
• Confirmed reappointment of Brett McElfresh to Canton Construction Board (Unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance #18 regarding Route 30 Extension Project replat (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #19 amending Administrative Code employment holidays (11-0)
• Postponed Ordinance #20 for AVO Behavioral Health and Wellness contract indefinitely (Unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance #21 vacating portion of Sadie Court NW (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #23 for municipal income tax scanning contract not to exceed $32,887.50 (11-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved five items, including a cyber insurance policy and a professional services contract for a bridge replacement. The board also approved three contract amendments for community programs and facility improvements.

• Approved cyber insurance contract with Huntington Insurance, Inc. not to exceed $100,950.00 (3-0)
• Approved $119,751.60 contract with Michael Baker International, Inc. for 9th St. SW Bridge Replacement Project (3-0)
• Approved contract amendment for EnRichMent Color Guard Program to extend expiration to July 31, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved contract amendment for Domestic Violence Project, Inc. to extend expenditure deadline to January 31, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved $100,000.00 contract amendment for Community Drop-In Center roof and AC replacement (3-0)

City Council

City Council approved several professional services contracts for water main replacements and a two-year agreement with the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce. The council also passed resolutions commending Walter Williams and Trippie Redd for community donations. An emergency ordinance was adopted to handle a demolition at 914 Raff Rd SW.

• Approved $75,000 annual agreement with Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce for 2023-2024 (8-3)
• Approved professional services contract with IBI Group for Perry Heights water main replacement (11-0)
• Approved professional services contract with Environmental Design Group for Croydon Drive and Brookpark Circle water main replacement (11-0)
• Approved professional services contract with Arcadis for Gross Avenue NE water main replacement (11-0)
• Adopted emergency ordinance for contracts and payments related to 914 Raff Rd SW demolition (11-0)
• Authorized sale of obsolete city-owned personal property via internet auction (11-0)
• Adopted resolution commending Walter Williams for community support (Unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted resolution commending Trippie Redd for community support (Unanimous voice vote)

Canton Community Improvement Corporation

The Canton Community Improvement Corporation board is meeting to approve prior minutes, review finances, elect officers, and vote on amending the Shorb funding agreement. Updates will be given on the Ford property, Nationwide, and the Shorb neighborhood.

• Annual election of officers
• Amendment of Shorb funding agreement
• Financial management report
• Ford property update
• Shorb neighborhood update

The Board approved granting site control of the former Canton Inn site to Canton for All People (CFAP) for a low-income housing tax credit application. The Board also amended the Shorb Funding Agreement to allow funds for multifamily housing loans and grants. A financial report detailing property acquisitions and demolitions was approved.

• Approved site control of former Canton Inn site to Canton for All People (CFAP) contingent on LIHTC award
• Approved amendment to Shorb Funding Agreement to allow funds for multifamily housing loans and grants
• Approved 2023 slate of officers: President Thomas Bernabei, VP John Highman, Secretary Chris Smith, Treasurer Emil Alecusan
• Approved financial management report including $629,000 purchase of Canton Inn property
• Approved meeting minutes from July 20, 2022
• Accepted resignation of Justin Hardesty effective January 18, 2023

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is approving several contracts and change orders, including a paving project adjustment, IT service agreements, and water line pipe purchases. It also extends completion dates for construction projects and closes out two water main oversight contracts with cost reductions.

• Change Order No. 3 with Northstar Asphalt for $1,230.77, new total $564,838.47 for 3rd St. SE Resurfacing
• One-year IT agreement with RT Fox LLC for $75,988.00 for Microsoft services
• Professional services agreement with GPD Geotechnical for $58,000.00 for Sanitation Building testing
• Pipe supply contracts for Perry Dr. Water Line Replacement with Pipelines, Inc. and Core & Main LP
• Change orders with CT Consultants reducing costs by $20,940.63 and $62,400.74 for Edgefield Water Main projects

The Board of Control approved several supply contracts for water line replacements and professional service agreements for IT and geotechnical work. The board also approved change orders for paving and water main projects, including two cost reductions for construction oversight.

• Approved $75,988.00 IT license agreement with RT Fox, LLC (2-0)
• Approved $58,000.00 geotechnical agreement with GPD Geotechnical Services, Inc. (2-0)
• Approved supply contract with Pipelines, Inc. for Perry Dr. Water Line Replacement (2-0)
• Approved supply contract with Core & Main LP for Perry Dr. Water Line Replacement (2-0)
• Approved $1,230.77 change order for 3rd St. SE Resurfacing Project (2-0)
• Approved completion date extension for Collection Systems Service Center project (2-0)
• Approved $20,940.63 cost reduction for Edgefield Water Main Replacement Phase I (2-0)
• Approved $62,400.74 cost reduction for Edgefield Water Main Replacement Phase II (2-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is deciding on three contract actions: extending a deadline for a homeless data system upgrade, and entering two agreements with Cloud Compliance Solutions for hosting and security services. These are the main items on the agenda.

• Contract amendment with Stark Mental Health & Addiction Recovery to extend $100,000 expenditure deadline to Sept 30, 2023
• 36-month agreement with Cloud Compliance Solutions (CCSI) for virtual server hosting, up to $18,000/month
• 36-month agreement with CCSI for Security Operations Center and Disaster Recovery, up to $6,000/month

The Board approved two professional service agreements with Cloud Compliance Solutions, Inc. for server hosting and cybersecurity. Additionally, the Board extended the expenditure deadline for a homeless management information system upgrade.

• Approved contract amendment with Stark Mental Health & Addiction Recovery to extend $100,000.00 expenditure deadline to September 30, 2023 (2-0)
• Approved 36-month agreement with Cloud Compliance Solutions, Inc. (CCSI) for virtual server hosting not to exceed $18,000.00 monthly (2-0)
• Approved 36-month agreement with Cloud Compliance Solutions, Inc. (CCSI) for security monitoring and disaster recovery not to exceed $6,000.00 monthly (2-0)

City Council

Council approved an ordinance establishing a designated outdoor refreshment area with health and safety requirements. Other actions included approving a collective bargaining agreement for AFSCME Local 3449 and authorizing the sale of city-owned real property.

• Approved creation of designated outdoor refreshment area (11-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 3449 and Ohio Council 8 (10-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved authorization to sell city-owned real property (11-0)
• Approved classification plan for Auditor's Office management and non-bargaining personnel (11-0)
• Approved placement of wet reflective pavement markings on U.S. 30 and U.S. 62 (11-0)
• Approved classification plan for Safety Director's Fire Division (11-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Carl Bliss to Tree Commission (Unanimous voice vote)

Board of Control

The Canton Board of Control is meeting to authorize annual purchase approval limits for 2023, and to consider two contracts: a one-year amendment with Aultworks Occupational Medicine for employee health services, and a five-year farm lease with Katherine S. Welling for land at the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Well Field.

• Authorize 2023 purchase approval limits: professional services >$5,000 up to $25,000; materials/equipment/supplies >$5,000 up to $50,000
• One-year contract amendment with Aultworks Occupational Medicine for occupational health services (prices unchanged from 2022)
• Five-year lease with Katherine S. Welling for 271.42 acres at Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant Well Field at $55,102 annually

The Board of Control approved a five-year farming lease for land at the Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant. The board also authorized specific spending limits for city purchases in 2023 and renewed a contract for employee occupational health services.

• Authorized 2023 purchase limits: professional services $5,000-$25,000 and general supplies $5,000-$50,000 (3-0)
• Approved one-year contract amendment with Aultworks Occupational Medicine for employee health services (3-0)
• Approved five-year lease with Katherine S. Welling for 271.42 acres at Sugar Creek Water Treatment Plant for $55,102.00 annually (3-0)