Avon public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Avon Planning Commission will consider several public hearing items, including preliminary plats for new residential subdivisions on Mills Road‑Nagel Road and Detroit Road. It will also review a special use permit request for signage at the new City Hall at 36600 Detroit Road. The commission will recommend to City Council an extension of Ordinance 55-25, which temporarily bans new extended‑stay or boarding house projects. Additionally, two amendments to the Planning and Zoning Code will be recommended, one affecting dwelling regulations and illumination standards, and another allowing animal boarding facilities in the M‑1 industrial district.

• Preliminary Plat for 60 single‑family homes at Grande Esplanade, Mills Road‑Nagel Road (PPN 04-00-025-000-577)
• Preliminary Plat for 35 single‑family homes at Westhaven Estates, Detroit Road (PPN 04-00-001-101-001, 002, 015)
• Special Use Permit for signage at new Avon City Hall, 36600 Detroit Road
• Extension of Ordinance 55-25 moratorium on extended‑stay/boarding houses (expires 01-13-26)
• Amendment to allow animal boarding/doggie daycare in the M‑1 industrial zoning district

The commission deleted the Grande Esplanade item from the agenda and approved the amended minutes from the November 19 meeting. It then unanimously approved three separate lot‑split requests that will create parcels to be incorporated into the Preserve at Riegelsberger Subdivision.

• Deleted Item No. 8 Grande Esplanade Subdivision from agenda (AYES all)
• Approved amended minutes of the November 19, 2025 meeting (AYES all)
• Approved 3.08388‑acre lot split off Center Road for Preserve at Riegelsberger (AYES all)
• Approved 1.289‑acre lot split on Riegelsberger Road for Preserve at Riegelsberger (AYES all)
• Approved 8.8558‑acre lot split off Center Road for Preserve at Riegelsberger (AYES all)

City Council - Work Sessions

The Avon City Council work session will discuss several ordinances ahead of the regular meeting, including the third and final reading of the 2026 operating budget. Other items include a rezoning request, two temporary moratoriums, and agreements for trash services and bridge maintenance. The meeting is primarily for discussion, with formal votes occurring at the regular meeting that follows.

• Ordinance 106-25: 2026 operating budget, third reading
• Ordinance 112-25: Rezone 5.09 acres at Nagel & Chester from M-1 to C-4/M-1
• Ordinance 119-25: Extend moratorium on car wash and self-storage permits
• Ordinance 120-25: Six-month moratorium on R-3 multi-family development
• Ordinance 122-25: Republic Services addendum for cart services 2026-2030

The council recognized outgoing CRS Executive Director Pam Ohradzansky and presented a proclamation. Several ordinances—including the 2026 budget, a rezoning, supplemental appropriations, and moratorium proposals—were discussed and scheduled for readings or public hearings at the upcoming regular meeting. No votes or formal approvals were recorded during this work session.

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The Avon City Council will vote on a permanent appropriation ordinance for the city’s operating budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. It will also consider a rezoning of a 5.09‑acre parcel at the northwest corner of Nagel and Chester, extend a moratorium on car‑wash and self‑storage permits, place a temporary moratorium on new development in the R‑3 multi‑family district, and approve an addendum to the waste‑service agreement with Browning‑Ferris Industries (Republic Services). All items are presented as motions to adopt or to suspend rules for immediate action.

• Ordinance No. 106-25 – permanent appropriation for the city’s operating budget for FY 2026
• Ordinance No. 112-25 – rezoning 5.09‑acre parcel at NW corner of Nagel & Chester from M‑1 General Industrial to C‑4/M‑1 General Business District overlay
• Ordinance No. 119-25 – extending temporary moratorium on zoning, occupancy, special‑use and building permits for car washes and self‑storage facilities
• Ordinance No. 120-25 – imposing a temporary six‑month moratorium on future development in the R‑3 multi‑family zoning district
• Ordinance No. 122-25 – authorizing the mayor to amend the memorandum of understanding with Browning‑Ferris Industries (Republic Services) for additional cart services and rates from Jan 1 2026 through Dec 31 2030

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance 106-25, establishing the permanent operating‑budget appropriation for the fiscal year ending Dec 31 2026. It also passed several related measures: Ordinance 118-25 amending prior appropriations, Ordinance 119-25 extending the moratorium on car‑wash and self‑storage permits, Ordinance 120-25 imposing a one‑year moratorium on new R‑3 multifamily development, Ordinance 121-25 consenting to an ODOT bridge‑deck sealing project on I‑90, and Ordinance 122-25 authorizing an addendum for additional trash‑cart services through 2030. All votes were 7‑0 in favor.

• Adopted Ordinance 106-25 (FY 2026 operating budget) – 7 for, 0 against
• Adopted Ordinance 118-25 (amend and supplement Appropriations 109‑24) – 7 for, 0 against
• Adopted Ordinance 119-25 (extend moratorium on car‑wash/self‑storage permits) – 7 for, 0 against
• Adopted Ordinance 120-25 (temporary one‑year moratorium on R‑3 multifamily development) – 7 for, 0 against
• Adopted Ordinance 121-25 (consent to ODOT bridge‑deck sealing on I‑90) – 7 for, 0 against
• Adopted Ordinance 122-25 (authorize addendum for additional cart services 2026‑2030) – 7 for, 0 against

Committees of Council

The committee will discuss the use of Type V Construction, specifically regarding fire hazard concerns. The body intends to review limiting its use and instituting a higher standard.

• Discussion of Type V Construction limits
• Review of higher standards for Type V Construction
• Discussion of fire hazard concerns

The Legal Committee met on Dec. 15, 2025 to review the prevalence of Type V (wood‑frame) construction in Avon and consider safety‑enhancing options. Members heard presentations on fire‑code updates, zoning overlays, and legal precedents from other Ohio cities. While several strategies were proposed, the committee did not adopt, deny, or table any formal measure.

Civil Service Commission

The Avon Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss an amendment to Rule IV, Section 1B. The body will also consider whether to abolish the Police Entrance Eligibility List certified on August 19, 2024.

• Amendment to Rule IV, Section 1B
• Proposed abolition of the 8/19/2024 Police Entrance Eligibility List

The meeting agenda listed items to amend Rule VI Section 1B and to consider abolishing the police entrance eligibility list, but no vote outcomes were recorded. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Tree Commission

The Avon Tree Commission meeting on December 10, 2025 will receive an update on the Traxler Arboretum from Mr. Varga and an update on Avon High School’s designation as a Tree Campus from Mr. Smith and Ms. Pajak. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting and a reports and comments segment from commission members. No other actions or decisions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the November 12, 2025 Tree Commission meeting
• Update on the Traxler Arboretum – presented by Mr. Varga
• Update on Avon High School being a Tree Campus – presented by Mr. Smith and Ms. Pajak
• Reports and comments from commission members

The Avon Tree Commission approved the minutes of its regular meeting held on November 12, 2025. The motion to dispense with reading the minutes and approve them was made by Mr. Smith, seconded by Ms. Wetzig, and passed with a vote of 7‑0. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remaining agenda items were discussed as updates and proposals.

• Approved minutes of Nov 12, 2025 meeting (7-0)

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission will approve the minutes from its November 12 meeting. It will then review nominations for new historic landmarks and consider letters of recognition for existing landmarks. The commission will also discuss items related to Avon Center Cemetery, including a Wreaths Across America participation and the Ohio Historical Markers program, before hearing member reports and adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the November 12, 2025 regular meeting
• Consider new landmark nominations
• Review landmark letters of recognition
• Discuss Avon Center Cemetery Wreaths Across America effort
• Discuss Ohio Historical Markers program for the cemetery

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission approved the minutes of the November 12, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 3‑for‑0 vote. The commission then adjourned the December 10 meeting, also by a unanimous 3‑for‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of Nov 12, 2025 meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The Avon City Council will consider several ordinances and a resolution at its regular meeting on Dec 8, 2025. Items include adopting Ordinance 101-25 to establish the Riegelsberger Incentive District and related service‑payment tax, adopting Ordinance 106-25 for the 2026 operating budget, and other permits and development projects. The council will also vote on a resolution to move the Dec 22 regular meeting to Dec 15, 2025.

• Ordinance No. 101-25 – Establishing the Riegelsberger Incentive District and service‑payment tax
• Ordinance No. 106-25 – Permanent appropriation for the city’s operating budget for FY 2026
• Ordinance No. 110-25 – Amending special use permit to expand outdoor patio and add two drive‑thru lanes at 1439 Center Road
• Ordinance No. 111-25 – Granting special use permit for a 119‑room hotel at 33040 Just Imagine Drive
• Resolution No. R-26-25 – Rescheduling the Dec 22 regular council meeting to Dec 15, 2025

The council adopted Ordinance 101-25 establishing the Riegelsberger Incentive District with a 6‑for‑1 vote. It also approved several other ordinances, including a special‑use amendment for Lakeshore Burger at 1439 Center Road, a hotel permit for a 119‑room hotel at 33040 Just Imagine Drive, and authorizations for infrastructure projects and a city engineer contract, each passing unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 101-25 establishing Riegelsberger Incentive District (6 for, 1 against)
• Adopted Ordinance 110-25 amending special‑use permit for Lakeshore Burger at 1439 Center Road (7 for, 0 against)
• Adopted Ordinance 111-25 granting special‑use permit for 119‑room hotel at 33040 Just Imagine Drive (7 for, 0 against)
• Adopted Ordinance 113-25 authorizing Chester Road resurfacing project (7 for, 0 against)
• Adopted Ordinance 114-25 accepting water and sewer improvements at Villas at Nagel Farms (7 for, 0 against)
• Adopted Ordinance 115-25 authorizing mayor to contract with Chagrin Valley Engineering for city engineer compensation (7 for, 0 against)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider several variance requests for private properties. Items include a driveway within a drainage easement, a shed and a fence placed in easements, and multiple setbacks and driveway extensions at a residence on McIntosh Place. The board will also dispense with reading the November 5 minutes and approve the amended agenda.

• Drees Homes – driveway installation within a drainage easement at 3063 Woodstone Lane
• Susan Kurz – shed construction within a drainage and utility easement at 34951 Timberview Drive
• Ryan and Audrey Tristano – fence installation within a ditch cleaning and maintenance easement at 2138 Clifton Way
• Sean and Kristen Schroeder – 18‑ft rear yard setback reduction, driveway extension, and 2‑ft concrete variance at 39187 McIntosh Place
• John and Kristen Weeden – 6‑ft side yard setback reduction for rear deck addition at 32350 Detroit Road

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved a series of variance requests, including a driveway pad within a drainage easement, a shed in a drainage and utility easement, and a fence in a ditch‑cleaning easement. It also granted rear‑yard, driveway‑extension, and concrete variances for a property on 39187 McIntosh Place, and a side‑yard setback variance for 32350 Detroit Road. All motions passed with an "AYES" vote from every member.

• Approved minutes of the November 5, 2025 meeting (AYES all)
• Approved Drees Homes driveway pad within drainage easement (AYES all)
• Approved Susan Kurz shed within drainage and utility easement (AYES all)
• Approved Ryan Tristano fence within ditch cleaning and maintenance easement (AYES all)
• Approved 18‑ft rear‑yard setback variance for 39187 McIntosh Place (code 50 ft, applicant 32 ft) (AYES all)
• Approved 0‑ft setback variance for driveway extension to street at 39187 McIntosh Place (AYES all)
• Approved 2‑ft concrete variance within riparian easement at 39187 McIntosh Place (AYES all)
• Approved 6‑ft side‑yard setback variance for 32350 Detroit Road (code 12 ft) (AYES all)

Civil Service Commission

The Avon Civil Service Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the November 3, 2025, meeting and certify the Police Entrance Eligibility List. The agenda includes a discussion regarding an amendment to Rule IV, Section 1B.

• Approve minutes of November 3, 2025 meeting
• Certify Police Entrance Eligibility List
• Discuss amendment to Rule IV, Section 1B

The commission approved the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting. It certified the police entrance eligibility list, which includes 51 eligible candidates. A special meeting was set for December 11, 2025 to vote on an amendment to Rule IV, Section 1B about promotional exam notice periods. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of November 3, 2025 meeting (3-0)
• Certified Police Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for December 11, 2025 to consider amendment to Rule IV, Section 1B

City Council - Work Sessions

City Council is reviewing the operating budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The session includes discussions on several land-use permits, rezoning requests, and public infrastructure agreements.

• Ordinance No. 106-25: Permanent appropriation for the 2026 operating budget
• Ordinance No. 111-25: Special use permit for a 119-room Hampton Inn Hotel at 33040 Just Imagine Drive
• Ordinance No. 110-25: Special use permit amendment for Culver's at 1439 Center Road to add two drive-thru lanes and expand patio
• Ordinance No. 112-25: Rezoning 5.09 acres at the northwest corner of Nagel & Chester from General Industrial to General Business District Overlay/General Industrial
• Ordinance No. 113-25: Agreement with Ohio Department of Transportation for the Chester Road resurfacing project

The December 1 work session scheduled future readings for several ordinances, including the Riegelsberger Incentive District and the 2026 operating budget. Council members discussed planning referrals for a restaurant expansion, a new hotel, and a rezoning request, but no votes or approvals were recorded. The session also reviewed a road resurfacing project and a contract renewal, but deferred decisions to later meetings.

Committees of Council

The Avon City Council will hold a discussion on the proposed 2026 municipal budget. The meeting is scheduled for Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers. No specific budget items, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed in the agenda.

Finance Director Steve Presley presented the 2026 budget, noting consistent operating costs, proposed personnel additions in the Law and Police departments, and a 0.2% safety forces income tax projected to generate $2.38 million in its first year. He also outlined revenue sources, expense priorities such as concrete removal and $15 million in capital projects, and reported that health insurance costs will remain unchanged for 2026. Discussions included potential future pension contribution increases, but no votes or formal approvals were recorded.

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

City Council will discuss the 2026 operating budget and compensation for administrative and legislative positions. The body is also considering a waste collection agreement and a bridge replacement grant.

• Ordinance No. 106-25: Permanent appropriation for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026
• Ordinance No. 109-25: Memorandum of Understanding with Republic Services, Inc. for waste collection (2026-2030)
• Resolution No. R-24-25: ODOT grant for the replacement of the Nagel Road bridge over Schwartz Creek
• Ordinance No. 101-25: Establishing the Riegelsberger Incentive District
• Ordinances No. 107-25 and 108-25: 2026 compensation for non-collective bargaining administrative and legislative positions

The council adopted Ordinance No. 109-25 authorizing a memorandum of understanding with Republic Services to collect solid waste, recyclables, yard waste and bulk material for residents from 2026 through 2030. It also adopted Ordinances No. 107-25 and 108-25 establishing compensation for full‑ and part‑time administrative and legislative positions not covered by collective bargaining agreements. The council approved Resolution No. R-24-25 to accept an Ohio Department of Transportation bridge‑grant for replacing the Nagel Road bridge over Schwartz Creek. Mayor Jensen appointed Collin O'Donnell as a non‑voting student member of the Avon Tree Commission, and the doggy‑daycare matter was referred to the Planning Commission.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 109-25 (waste‑collection contract) – vote 6‑0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 107-25 (admin compensation) – vote 6‑0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 108-25 (legislative compensation) – vote 6‑0
• Adopted Resolution No. R-24-25 (bridge grant) – vote 6‑0
• Appointed Collin O'Donnell as student member of Tree Commission – appointment confirmed
• Referred doggy‑daycare matter to Planning Commission – motion passed 6‑0
• Approved minutes of Work Session (Nov 3) – vote 6‑0
• Approved minutes of Regular Meeting (Nov 10) – vote 6‑0

Planning Commission

The Avon Planning Commission will review multiple development proposals at its November 19 meeting. Items include special use permit amendments, rezoning requests, and preliminary plat approvals for residential and commercial projects. The commission will vote on each proposal and record any motions to approve or suspend rules.

• Amend Special Use Permit for Culver’s at 1439 Center Rd – second drive‑thru lane and patio extension
• Special Use Permit for a 119‑room Hampton Inn hotel at 33040 Just Imagine Drive
• Rezoning of PPN 04‑00‑021‑000‑264 to add a C‑4 (General Business District) overlay
• Preliminary Plat for a 60‑home residential subdivision on Mills Road‑Nagel Road (Grande Esplanade)
• Lot split of 36 acres for R7 Motors automotive dealership at Chester Road and Jaycox Road

The Avon Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend a sanitary sewer installation on Glendenning Street, approve Culver’s minor modification and amendment to its special use permit, and approve a lot split and dedication plat for R7 Motors pending final engineering and legal approval. It also added the Grande Esplanade subdivision to the agenda as an informal presentation and approved the Hampton Inn hotel general development plan contingent on lot consolidation. The October 15, 2025 minutes were approved 4‑yes, 1‑abstain.

• Approved positive recommendation for sanitary sewer installation at Glendenning Street (unanimous)
• Approved minor modification for Culver’s (second drive‑thru lane & patio) at 1439 Center Rd (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Culver’s special use permit for second drive‑thru lane & patio extension (unanimous)
• Approved lot split of 36 acres into six parcels for R7 Motors, contingent on dedication plat (unanimous)
• Approved dedication plat granting right‑of‑way and utility easements for R7 Motors (unanimous)
• Approved general development plan for Hampton Inn hotel at 33040 Just Imagine Drive, contingent on lot consolidation (unanimous)
• Added Grande Esplanade subdivision to agenda as Item 12a (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 15, 2025 meeting (4‑yes, 1‑abstain)

City Council - Work Sessions

The Avon City Council work session will discuss updates from the Neighborhood Alliance, consider several ordinances including the creation of the Riegelsberger Incentive District, budget appropriations for fiscal year 2026, compensation for city and legislative staff, and a memorandum with Republic Services for waste collection. The council will also consider a resolution to accept a state grant for replacing the Nagel Road bridge and to advertise bids for the French Creek Greenway Phase I project. All items are scheduled for further readings at the regular meeting on November 24, 2025.

• Ordinance No. 101-25 – establishing the Riegelsberger Incentive District and related service‑payment tax increment
• Ordinance No. 106-25 – permanent appropriation of monies for the operating budget for fiscal year ending Dec 31, 2026
• Ordinance No. 107-25 – establishing compensation for full‑ and part‑time city administrative positions for 2026
• Ordinance No. 108-25 – establishing compensation for full‑ and part‑time legislative positions for 2026
• Ordinance No. 109-25 – authorizing a memorandum of understanding with Republic Services, Inc. for solid waste, recyclables, yard waste and bulk material collection Jan 1, 2026‑Dec 31, 2030

The council heard a presentation from the Neighborhood Alliance on shelter and homelessness services. Several ordinances—including the Riegelsberger Incentive District, the FY 2026 operating budget, and compensation adjustments for city staff—were scheduled for future readings. The council also discussed a proposed Memorandum of Understanding with Republic Services for waste collection, but no votes or approvals were recorded during this session.

Committees of Council

The Avon City Council will consider a potential amendment to the municipal code. The amendment would allow doggy daycare facilities on parcels under five acres located in the M-1 (light industrial) zoning district. The discussion is being led by Economic Development Committee Chair Michelle Patton. No other agenda items are listed.

• Proposed code amendment to permit doggy daycare facilities on parcels under 5 acres in the M-1 zoning district

The Economic Development Committee discussed a proposal to allow doggy daycare facilities in M-1 zoning districts, which currently require a 5-acre minimum lot size and 300-foot setback. The committee agreed to refer the matter to the Planning Commission for review of potential code amendments to distinguish doggy daycares from traditional kennels, with a goal of drafting amendments by end of March. No formal decision was made; the referral is a procedural step.

• Referred doggy daycare zoning amendment to Planning Commission for review
• Recommended classifying doggy daycare as a special use, not permitted use, in M-1 districts
• Directed Law Director to draft amendment language and review Solon's ordinance

Tree Commission

The Avon Tree Commission will interview student applicants and consider appointing a new student member. The commission will discuss the Traxler Arboretum and a 2026 Tree Commission newsletter. An executive session will be held to discuss the appointment of a public employee. The meeting will conclude with a recommendation to Mayor Jensen for the student member appointment.

• Review and interview of student applicants for a student commission seat
• Discussion of the Traxler Arboretum
• Discussion of a Tree Commission newsletter for 2026
• Executive session to discuss appointment of a public employee or official
• Nomination and recommendation of a student member to Mayor Jensen

The Avon Tree Commission approved the minutes from its October 8, 2025 meeting. The motion to dispense with reading the minutes and adopt them was made by Matt Smith, seconded by Liesa Wetzig, and passed with five votes in favor, zero against, and two abstentions. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (5‑0 yes, 2 abstain)

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission will meet on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. The agenda includes approval of the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting, a recognition of veterans’ service, consideration of landmark nominations and letters of recognition, and a discussion of the Avon Center Cemetery wreath program. No other decisions are listed. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

• Approve minutes of the October 8, 2025 meeting
• Recognition of veterans’ service
• Consider landmark nominations (Mr. White)
• Consider landmark letters of recognition (Mr. White)
• Discuss Avon Center Cemetery wreaths across America (Ms. Szippl)

The commission approved the October 8 minutes (4‑0) and confirmed receipt of 33 wreaths from Wreaths Across America. It decided to place the wreaths at 10:00 a.m. on Dec 13, flag veterans' graves with orange flags, and invite Avon VFW Post 7035 to participate. The scheduled cemetery cleaning was cancelled due to weather and will be rescheduled.

• Approved October 8 minutes (4‑0)
• Confirmed 33 wreaths will be delivered Dec 13 (25 for veterans' graves, 8 ceremonial)
• Set wreath placement for Dec 13 at 10:00 a.m. before noon ceremony
• Will flag veterans' graves with orange flags prior to placement
• Will invite Avon VFW Post 7035 to participate in wreath‑laying ceremony
• Canceled cemetery cleaning due to poor weather (reschedule pending)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning a parcel on Chester to a general business district. The body is also considering the establishment of the Riegelsberger Incentive District and a revised city overview plan.

• Rezoning 0.6100 acres on Chester, west of State Route 83, from R-3 Multi-Family Residential to C-4 General Business District
• Establishment of the Riegelsberger Incentive District for public infrastructure improvements
• Special use permit for a 7,222 SF restaurant addition and 360 SF patio at 37500 Colorado Avenue
• Legal services contract with Grossman & Kelly, LLP for water contamination civil claims on a contingency basis
• Acceptance of a 1,000 foot extension of Avon Commerce Parkway

The Avon City Council adopted Ordinance No. 86‑25, changing a 0.6100‑acre parcel on Chester from R‑3 multi‑family residential to C‑4 general business district. It also approved a revised overview plan, a dedication of land for a right‑of‑way at 3650 Williams Court, an amendment to the appropriations ordinance, a special use permit for a restaurant addition, and a revocable use permit for city right‑of‑way, each by a 7‑to‑0 vote.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 86‑25 rezoning parcel on Chester to C‑4 (7‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 88‑25 revised overview plan (7‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 99‑25 dedication of land for right‑of‑way at 3650 Williams Court (7‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 100‑25 amendment to Appropriations Ordinance 109‑24 (7‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 102‑25 special use permit for 37500 Colorado Ave restaurant addition (7‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 103‑25 revocable use permit for 37500 Colorado Ave right‑of‑way (7‑0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board will vote on several variance requests, including a fence in a drainage easement, a larger garage, a rear deck setback, a driveway easement, and expanded signage. It will also consider multiple variances for the Emerald Event Center/Hampton Inn project, covering parking spaces, landscaping reduction, and building height. Each item is presented with a motion to approve.

• Fence installation within a drainage easement at 3402 Mass Drive (C.O. 1248.19)
• Garage size variance of 1050 sq ft. (code allows 566 sq ft.) at 32580 Detroit Road (C.O. 1262.08(a)(2))
• Rear enclosed deck setback variance of 3 ft. at 32350 Detroit Road (C.O. 1282.03(c))
• Additional wall signage variance of 98.13 sq ft. (code allows 30 sq ft.) at 36320 Detroit Road (C.O. 1290.05(e)(1))
• Emerald Event Center/Hampton Inn variances: 36 parking spaces, reduced landscaping, and 72 ft 2 in. building height at 33040 Just Imagine Drive

The board approved the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved a fence variance within a drainage easement and a 284‑sq ft garage variance, both unanimously. A 5‑foot side‑yard setback variance was denied by a 3‑2 vote. The driveway easement variance was tabled for the December 3, 2025 meeting.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved fence variance within drainage easement (unanimous)
• Approved 284‑sq ft garage variance (unanimous)
• Denied 5‑foot side‑yard setback variance (3‑2 NAY)
• Tabled driveway easement variance (unanimous)

City Council - Work Sessions

The council will hold a public hearing on establishing the Riegelsberger Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district and related service payments. It will also consider rezoning a 0.61‑acre parcel on Chester (west of State Route 83) from multi‑family to general business, adopt a revised city overview plan, and approve several permits and contracts, including a special‑use permit for a restaurant addition at 37500 Colorado Avenue and a drainage easement agreement for the French Creek Greenway Phase 1. Additional items include acceptance of land dedication for a right‑of‑way on Williams Court, an extension of Avon Commerce Parkway, and a legal services contract for water‑contamination claims.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 101-25 to establish the Riegelsberger Tax Increment Financing district
• Ordinance No. 86-25 rezoning 0.6100‑acre parcel on Chester, west of State Route 83 from R‑3 to C‑4
• Ordinance No. 102-25 special‑use permit for 37500 Colorado Avenue to add a 7,222 sf restaurant and 360 sf patio
• Ordinance No. 105-25 agreement with Environmental Design Group for drainage easements for French Creek Greenway Phase 1
• Resolution No. R-23-25 legal services contract with Grossman & Kelly, LLP for water‑contamination claims

The council held a public hearing on the Riegelsberger TIF district with no comments. It scheduled the third readings of Ordinances 86-25 (rezoning) and 88-25 (overview plan) and the first reading of Ordinance 101-25 for the next regular meeting. The council discussed and accepted the dedication of a right‑of‑way on Williams Court and reviewed supplemental appropriations totaling $1,053,190. It also considered a special use permit for Westside Pancake House, a revocable use permit, and other infrastructure items, but no votes were recorded.

• Public hearing on Riegelsberger TIF district closed with no comments
• Ordinance 86-25 rezoning scheduled for third reading on Nov 10, 2025
• Ordinance 88-25 revised overview plan scheduled for third reading on Nov 10, 2025
• Ordinance 99-25 dedication of land on Williams Court accepted (no vote recorded)
• Ordinance 100-25 supplemental appropriations totaling $1,053,190 reviewed (no vote recorded)
• Ordinance 102-25 special use permit for Westside Pancake House presented; Planning Commission approved 4-0
• Ordinance 103-25 revocable use permit for 37500 Colorado Avenue discussed (no vote recorded)
• Resolution R-23-25 legal services contract with Grossman & Kelly, LLP discussed (no vote recorded)

Civil Service Commission

The meeting agenda is limited to the approval of minutes from the October 6, 2025, meeting. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Approval of October 6, 2025, meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Commissioner Bill Greaney, seconded by Alan Wojciechowski, and passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote. No other actions or decisions were taken.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)

Committees of Council

The Avon Council Committee will discuss Type V construction, including proposals to limit its use, adopt higher standards, and address fire hazard concerns. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Limit use of Type V construction
• Institute higher standards for Type V construction
• Address fire hazard concerns related to Type V construction

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The City Council will discuss several ordinances including zoning changes, stormwater and erosion controls, and a marketing contract. The body is also reviewing a revised city overview plan and a special use permit for a farm.

• Ordinance No. 86-25: Rezoning 0.6100 acres on Chester, west of State Route 83, from R-3 Multi-Family Residential to C-4 General Business District
• Ordinance No. 93-25, 94-25, and 95-25: Amendments regarding stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and illicit discharge
• Ordinance No. 96-25: Special use permit for a farm with livestock at 3276 Nagel Road
• Ordinance No. 97-25: Contract with Encompass Marketing for city marketing and communications
• Ordinance No. 98-25: Amendment to developer's agreement with Chester Road Partners, LLC for The Villas at Chester Commons

The Avon City Council adopted six emergency ordinances covering stormwater, erosion control, illicit discharge, a livestock farm special‑use permit, a marketing contract, and a developer‑agreement amendment, each passing 7‑0. A public hearing for the Riegelsberger Tax Increment Financing district was scheduled for Nov 3, and a rezoning hearing for a 0.61‑acre parcel was set for Nov 10.

• Adopt Ordinance 93-25 (stormwater management) – adopted 7‑0
• Adopt Ordinance 94-25 (erosion & sediment control) – adopted 7‑0
• Adopt Ordinance 95-25 (illicit discharge & illegal connection control) – adopted 7‑0
• Adopt Ordinance 96-25 (special‑use permit for livestock farm at 3276 Nagel Road) – adopted 7‑0
• Adopt Ordinance 97-25 (authorize mayor to contract with Encompass Marketing) – adopted 7‑0
• Adopt Ordinance 98-25 (amend developer agreement for Villas at Chester Commons) – adopted 7‑0
• Public hearing announced for Riegelsberger TIF district – scheduled for Nov 3, 2025
• Public hearing announced for rezoning of 0.61‑acre parcel on Chester – scheduled for Nov 10, 2025

Committees of Council

The Service Committee is meeting to discuss the French Creek Greenway Trail. The body will also review the 2026 Sidewalk Program and progress on sidewalk projects from previous years.

• French Creek Greenway Trail
• 2026 Sidewalk Program
• Sidewalk Program progress updates

The committee discussed the French Creek Greenway Trail, including its design, funding sources, easement acquisition, maintenance responsibilities, and potential collaboration with Lorain County Metroparks. No motions were adopted, approved, denied, or voted on during the meeting.

City Council - Work Sessions

The Avon City Council work session will hold the second reading of Ordinance No. 86-25 to rezone a 0.6100‑acre parcel on Chester, west of State Route 83, from R‑3 multi‑family residential to C‑4 general business. The council will also take a second reading of Ordinance No. 88-25 to adopt a revised city overview plan and consider several ordinance amendments related to stormwater, erosion, and illicit discharge controls. Additional items include a special‑use permit for a livestock farm at 3276 Nagel Road and authorizing a contract with Encompass Marketing as the city’s marketing and communications consultant. An executive session will be called to discuss the purchase or sale of property.

• Rezoning 0.6100‑acre parcel on Chester (west of State Route 83) from R‑3 to C‑4 (Ordinance No. 86-25)
• Adopting revised city overview plan (Ordinance No. 88-25)
• Amending stormwater management requirements (Ordinance No. 93-25)
• Granting special‑use permit for a livestock farm at 3276 Nagel Road (Ordinance No. 96-25)
• Authorizing contract with Encompass Marketing as city marketing consultant (Ordinance No. 97-25)

The Avon City Council scheduled second readings for Ordinance 86-25 to rezone a 0.6100‑acre parcel on Chester, Ordinance 88-25 to adopt a revised city overview plan, and the stormwater‑related Ordinances 93-25, 94-25, and 95-25. The council also approved a special‑use permit for Ruth A. Keller’s livestock farm at 3276 Nagel Road and discussed renewing the marketing contract with Encompass Marketing for three years. An additional agenda item (Ordinance 98-25) was added to amend the developer’s agreement for the Villas at Chester Commons.

• Scheduled second reading of Ordinance 86-25 rezoning Chester parcel (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled second reading of Ordinance 88-25 revised overview plan (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled second reading of Ordinance 93-25 stormwater management amendment (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled second reading of Ordinance 94-25 erosion and sediment control amendment (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled second reading of Ordinance 95-25 illicit discharge amendment (no vote recorded)
• Approved special‑use permit for Ruth A. Keller, livestock farm at 3276 Nagel Road
• Discussed renewal of marketing contract with Encompass Marketing for a three‑year term (no vote recorded)
• Added agenda item 98-25 to authorize amendment to developer agreement for Villas at Chester Commons

Planning Commission

The Avon Planning Commission is holding public hearings on several special use permits, including a 360‑sq‑ft outdoor seating area for Westside Pancake Company at 37500 Colorado Avenue. It is also recommending that City Council approve updates to the city's Stormwater Management Requirements under Chapters 1050, 1052 and 1053. Additionally, the commission is seeking council approval to amend the Planning and Zoning Code (Chapter 1280.05(ll)) concerning animal‑related uses in nonresidential districts. A number of development plans and land‑use requests are also slated for approval.

• Westside Pancake Company special use permit for 360 sq ft outdoor seating at 37500 Colorado Avenue
• Referral to City Council for approval of Stormwater Management Requirements updates (Chapters 1050, 1052, 1053)
• Referral to City Council to amend Planning and Zoning Code Chapter 1280.05(ll) on animal uses in C‑3, C‑4, M‑1, M‑2 districts
• Nick Rak lot split on Detroit Road: 17.6834 acres divided into a 5.00‑acre flag lot and a 12.638‑acre parcel
• R7 Motors General Development Plan for a new Mercedes‑Benz and Porsche dealership at Chester Road and Jaycox Road

The commission gave a positive recommendation to City Council for a special‑use livestock permit for the Marvin family. It approved the General Development Plan for R7 Motors' Mercedes‑Benz and Porsche dealership at Chester Road and Jaycox Road. It also approved a one‑year extension of the General Development Plan for the Avon MOB Self Storage project and a General Development Plan for a 6,500‑sq‑ft expansion of the Emerald Event Center. All votes were unanimous “AYES” votes.

• Approved special‑use livestock permit for Paul and Jaclyn Marvin (AYES all)
• Approved General Development Plan for R7 Motors Mercedes‑Benz and Porsche dealership (AYES all)
• Approved one‑year extension of General Development Plan for Avon MOB Self Storage (AYES all)
• Approved General Development Plan for Emerald Event Center expansion (AYES all)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

City Council will hold a public hearing and a third reading on zoning code amendments regarding hotels and motels. The body is also considering a rezoning of a 0.61-acre parcel on Chester and several other ordinances including a cybersecurity program and a revised city overview plan.

• Ordinance No. 75-25: Amendments to planning and zoning code regarding hotels/motels
• Ordinance No. 86-25: Rezoning 0.6100 acre parcel on Chester (Parcel 04-00-009-000-103) from R-3 to C-4
• Ordinance No. 87-25: Special use permit for 8,400 sq. ft. golf cart storage at 4400 Nagel Road
• Ordinance No. 90-25: Designating park lands at 36265 Detroit Road as 'Every Child's Playground'
• Resolution No. R-22-25: Authorizing tax levies based on Budget Commission rates

The council adopted Ordinance 75-25, amending the planning and zoning code for hotels and motels, with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved seven additional ordinances covering a golf‑cart storage building, a revised overview plan, appropriations, park designation, a cybersecurity program, and special‑assessment changes, each passing unanimously. Earlier items included approval of prior meeting minutes and a community service award presentation.

• Adopted Ordinance 75-25 amending zoning code for hotels/motels (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 87-25 adding golf‑cart storage building at 4400 Nagel Road (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 89-25 amending and supplementing Appropriations Ordinance 109-24 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 90-25 designating park lands at 36265 Detroit Road as “Every Child’s Playground” (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 91-25 establishing a city cybersecurity program (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 92-25 amending special assessments for the sanitary sewer system (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Work Session Council September 15, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Regular Council September 22, 2025 (7-0)

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will review the October 4, 2025, Arbor Day event. Members will also discuss applications for the Tree City USA designation and Arbor Day Foundation growth awards.

• Review of the 2025 Arbor Day event held October 4, 2025
• Discussion of the 2025 Tree City USA designation application
• Discussion of applying for Arbor Day Foundation growth awards
• Discussion of the student application

The commission approved the minutes from the September 10 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. A motion to extend the open student‑position application deadline to November 1, 2025 passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved September 10 minutes (5-0)
• Extended student application deadline to Nov 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Landmark Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to review landmark nominations and letters of recognition. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Wreaths Across America at the Avon Center Cemetery.

• Landmark nominations
• Landmark letters of recognition
• Avon Center Cemetery: Wreaths Across America

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the September 10 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. No landmark nominations or letters of recognition were received for October. The commission noted that the Wreaths Across America event will proceed at Avon Center Cemetery. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved September 10 minutes (3‑0)
• No landmark nominations received
• No landmark letters of recognition received
• Discussed Wreaths Across America event at Avon Center Cemetery
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Civil Service Commission

The Avon Civil Service Commission will meet to certify updated eligibility lists for clerical, labor, and lateral police positions. The commission will also consider the approval of a Police Officer Entrance Exam.

• Certification of Updated Clerical Eligibility List
• Certification of Updated Labor Eligibility List
• Certification of Updated Lateral Police Eligibility List
• Removal of names from the Police Dispatcher Eligibility List
• Approval of a Police Officer Entrance Exam

The commission approved the minutes from the September 8 meeting (3‑0). It certified updated clerical, laborer, and police lateral eligibility lists, and approved the removal of two names from the police dispatcher entry list (each 3‑0). The commission also approved conducting a new police officer entrance exam through the National Testing Network (3‑0).

• Approved September 8 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Certified updated clerical eligibility list (3-0)
• Certified updated laborer eligibility list (3-0)
• Certified updated police lateral eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved removal of two names from police dispatcher entry list (3-0)
• Approved police officer entrance exam request (3-0)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The Avon City Council special meeting will consider Ordinance No. 85‑25, which proposes to amend and supplement Appropriations Ordinance No. 109‑24. Council members will vote on the ordinance after a motion to suspend the rules. The agenda also includes routine items such as the call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Motion to suspend rules and act on Ordinance No. 85‑25
• Vote to adopt Ordinance No. 85‑25 amending Appropriations Ordinance No. 109‑24
• Call to order and pledge of allegiance
• Roll call of council members
• Motion to adjourn the special meeting

The council suspended its rules to consider Ordinance No. 85‑25. The ordinance, which amends and supplements Appropriations Ordinance No. 109‑24 and declares an emergency, was adopted with a 6‑0 vote. The special meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Suspended rules to act on Ordinance No. 85‑25, 6 for, 0 against
• Adopted Ordinance No. 85‑25 to amend and supplement Appropriations Ordinance No. 109‑24 and declare an emergency, 6 for, 0 against
• Adjourned the special meeting, 6 for, 0 against

City Council - Work Sessions

The Avon City Council work session will discuss a code change request for a dog daycare/boarding facility in an M‑1 district, and several ordinances covering zoning, special‑use permits, the city overview plan, park naming, and a cybersecurity program. A key item is Ordinance No. 86‑25, which would rezone a 0.6100‑acre parcel on Chester, west of State Route 83, from R‑3 multi‑family residential to C‑4 general business. The council will also consider budget‑related resolutions and an executive session on possible property transactions.

• Presentation by Roger Burzanko requesting a code change for lot‑size requirements to allow a dog daycare/boarding facility in an M‑1 district
• Ordinance No. 86‑25: rezoning the 0.6100‑acre parcel on Chester, west of State Route 83 (Permanent Parcel No. 04‑00‑009‑000‑103) from R‑3 to C‑4 general business district
• Ordinance No. 87‑25: amendment to a special‑use permit for Caravon Golf Company (Red Tail Golf Club) to add an 8,400 sq ft golf‑cart storage building adjacent to the clubhouse at 4400 Nagel Road
• Ordinance No. 88‑25: adopting a revised overview plan for the City of Avon prepared by Chagrin Valley Engineering
• Ordinance No. 91‑25: adoption of a cybersecurity program for the city

The council adopted Resolution R-22-25, accepting the amounts and rates set by the Budget Commission and authorizing the necessary tax levies. It removed the three operating levies for police and fire for 2026, showing zero collection and zero millage. Other items were informational or scheduled for future readings, with no votes taken at this work session.

• Resolution R-22-25 adopted: accepted Budget Commission rates and removed three police and fire levies for 2026 (no vote tally recorded)
• Ordinance No. 75-25 scheduled for third reading on Oct 14, 2025
• Ordinance No. 86-25 scheduled for first reading on Oct 14, 2025
• Ordinance No. 88-25 scheduled for first reading on Oct 14, 2025
• Ordinance No. 89-25 presented appropriation amendments (no vote recorded)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider and vote on a series of variance requests. Items include setbacks for carports, driveways, accessory buildings, pools, a house addition, parking lot improvements, and signage. Each request seeks a reduction from the code‑required setback or area limits. All motions are listed as “Motion to approve.”

• 3106 Jaycox Rd – 8‑ft × 20‑ft carport; 2‑ft side‑yard setback variance (code 5‑ft) – C.O. 1282.03(a)
• 3206 Woodstone Ln – driveway extension; 2‑ft side‑yard setback variance – C.O. 1262.08(c)(2)
• 3205 Woodstone Ln – inground pool and fence; 8‑ft setback variance (code 15‑ft) – C.O. 1478.03 and fence within drainage easement – C.O. 1248.19
• 35161 Detroit Rd – 20‑ft × 24‑ft house addition for garage; 30‑ft front‑yard setback variance (code 50‑ft) – C.O. 1282.03(a)
• 37500 Colorado Ave – parking lot improvements; 35.04‑ft front‑yard setback variance (code 110‑ft) and 33.2‑ft parking‑setback variance (code 35‑ft) – C.O. 1270.05(1), 1270.06(1)

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved several side‑yard setback variances, including a 2‑ft setback for Deehring, a 20‑ft setback for Oster, a 5‑ft pool setback for Laser, and fences within drainage easements for Laser and Elwell. It denied Ronald Buchanan's requests for a 2‑ft side‑yard setback and a 723 sq ft carport variance. All approvals were passed by unanimous or majority votes, while the Buchanan denials were unanimous against.

• Un‑tabled Ronald Buchanan appeal – AYES all
• Denied 2‑ft side‑yard setback for Buchanan (code 5 ft) – 5 NAYS, 0 YES
• Denied 723 sq ft carport variance for Buchanan – 5 NAYS, 0 YES
• Approved 2‑ft side‑yard setback for Deehring (code 5 ft) – AYES all
• Approved 20‑ft side‑yard setback for Oster (code 40 ft) – 4 YES, 1 NAY
• Approved 5‑ft pool variance for Laser (code 15 ft) – AYES all
• Approved fence within drainage easement for Laser – AYES all
• Approved fence within drainage easement for Elwell – AYES all

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

At the September 22, 2025 regular meeting, Avon City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions. The agenda includes adopting Ordinance 67-25 to establish the Nagel Villas Incentive District and related service‑payment provisions. Additional items are a zoning code amendment for hotels/motels, a lease with Buckeye Baseball, a contract for playground equipment, and state‑funding applications for a roundabout and Mills Road resurfacing.

• Ordinance 67-25 – establishing the Nagel Villas Incentive District and service‑payment tax increment
• Ordinance 75-25 – amending the Planning and Zoning Code for hotels/motels in the Business District
• Ordinance 81-25 – authorizing the mayor to enter into the Fourth Amendment to Lease with Buckeye Baseball, LLC
• Ordinance 84-25 – authorizing a contract with Landscape Structures for playground equipment and turf
• Resolution R-20-25 – authorizing submission of an OPWC State Issue One funding application and contracts for the Mills Road resurfacing project

The Avon City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 67‑25, creating the Nagel Villas Incentive District and establishing related service‑payment provisions. The council also passed Ordinance No. 75‑25 to amend zoning code sections for hotels and motels, with a public hearing scheduled for October 14. Additional unanimous actions included authorizing a lease amendment with Buckeye Baseball (Ordinance 81‑25), a playground equipment contract (Ordinance 84‑25), and three resolutions for state funding applications and a SUDEP awareness initiative.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 67‑25 establishing Nagel Villas Incentive District (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 75‑25 amending zoning code for hotels/motels; public hearing set Oct 14 (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 81‑25 authorizing mayor to enter fourth amendment to lease with Buckeye Baseball, LLC (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 84‑25 authorizing mayor to contract with Landscape Structures for playground equipment (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R‑19‑25 authorizing OPWC State Issue One funding application for State Route 83 & Riegelsberger Road roundabout (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R‑20‑25 authorizing OPWC State Issue One funding application and contracts for Mills Road resurfacing (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R‑21‑25 supporting increased awareness, research, and prevention of SUDEP (7‑0)

Planning Commission

The Avon Planning Commission will vote on several land-use requests, including a special use permit for livestock at 3276 Nagel Road, a lot split and flag‑lot special use permit on Detroit Road, and an amended special use permit for an 8,400 sq ft golf cart storage building at 4400 Nagel Road. The commission will also consider rezoning a parcel on Chester Road from R‑3 to C‑4 and will hear the first presentation of a General Development Plan for a new Mercedes Benz and Porsche dealership at the southwest corner of Chester Road and Jaycox Road. Finally, they will recommend City Council approve updates to the city’s Overview Map.

• Special Use Permit for livestock at 3276 Nagel Road (PL20250048)
• Lot Split of 17.6834 acres and Flag Lot Special Use Permit on Detroit Road (PL20250049/50)
• Rezoning of PPN 04-00-009-000-103 on Chester Road from R‑3 to C‑4 (PL20250042)
• First presentation of General Development Plan for R7 Motors automotive dealership at Chester & Jaycox (PL20250051)
• Amended Special Use Permit for 8,400 sq ft golf cart storage building at 4400 Nagel Road (20240069)

The Avon Planning Commission held a public hearing on a request to issue a Special Use Permit for housing two Nigerian dwarf goats at 3276 Nagel Road. Several neighbors opposed the permit, citing noise, setback distances, and prior code violations. The applicants explained they were unaware of the permit requirement. No vote or formal decision was recorded in the minutes.

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two ordinances authorizing the Mayor to purchase real property. Both items involve the acquisition of land for city use.

• Ordinance No. 82-25: Purchase of 0.3121 acres near 37711 Detroit Road from Avon United Methodist Church for public right-of-way
• Ordinance No. 83-25: Purchase of Parcel B behind 39651 Colorado Avenue from Harold E. and Jerlean K. Dull

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 82-25, allowing the mayor to purchase 0.3121 acres near 37711 Detroit Road for a public right‑of‑way. It also unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 83-25, permitting the mayor to purchase the parcel behind 39651 Colorado Avenue. Both ordinances were approved after suspending the rules, and the meeting was adjourned by a 7‑0 vote.

• Suspended rules to act on Ordinance No. 82-25 (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 82-25 authorizing mayor to purchase 0.3121 acres near 37711 Detroit Road (7‑0)
• Suspended rules to act on Ordinance No. 83-25 (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 83-25 authorizing mayor to purchase parcel behind 39651 Colorado Avenue (7‑0)
• Adjourned special meeting (7‑0)

City Council - Work Sessions

The Avon City Council work session will conduct the third reading of Ordinance No. 67‑25, which establishes the Nagel Villas Incentive District and creates a municipal public improvement tax increment fund. The council will also consider a second reading of Ordinance No. 75‑25 to amend the planning and zoning code for hotels and motels, and several mayor‑authorizing ordinances covering a lease with Buckeye Baseball, real‑estate purchases, and playground equipment. Two resolutions will be discussed to submit Ohio Public Works Commission state‑issue‑one funding applications for a State Route 83 roundabout and the Mills Road resurfacing project. A presentation on the Grande Esplanade Subdivision will also be heard.

• Ordinance No. 67‑25 – establishes Nagel Villas Incentive District and municipal public improvement tax increment fund
• Ordinance No. 75‑25 – amends planning and zoning code sections for hotels/motels in the Business District
• Ordinance No. 81‑25 – authorizes mayor to enter fourth amendment lease with Buckeye Baseball, LLC
• Ordinance No. 84‑25 – authorizes contract with Landscape Structures for playground equipment and turf
• Resolution No. R‑19‑25 – authorizes submission of OPWC state‑issue‑one funding application for State Route 83 & Riegelberger Rd roundabout

The Avon City Council work session on September 15, 2025 discussed several ordinances and resolutions, but no votes or final approvals were recorded. Items such as Ordinance 67-25, Ordinance 75-25, and Ordinance 84-25 were scheduled for future readings, public hearings, or special meetings. Two grant funding applications for the State Route 83 roundabout and the Mills Road resurfacing project were presented, with decisions to be made after the application process. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission will approve the minutes from its August 13 meeting, consider new landmark nominations, and discuss letters of recognition. Members will also review an Ohio Historical Marker application for the Avon Center Cemetery and a Wreaths Across America activity. The meeting concludes with any additional reports and comments before adjourning.

• Approve minutes of the August 13, 2025 regular meeting
• Consider landmark nominations (presented by Mr. White)
• Consider landmark letters of recognition (presented by Mr. White)
• Review Ohio Historical Marker application for Avon Center Cemetery (Ms. Szippl)
• Discuss Wreaths Across America activity for Avon Center Cemetery (Ms. Szippl)

The commission approved the minutes of the August 13, 2025 meeting by a 4‑for‑0 vote. No landmark nominations were received for September. Members presented and signed a letter of recognition for the properties at 2536 and 2540 Stoney Ridge Road. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑for‑0 vote.

• Approved August 13 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Issued letter of recognition for 2536 Stoney Ridge Road
• Issued letter of recognition for 2540 Stoney Ridge Road
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Tree Commission

The Avon Tree Commission will approve the minutes from its August 13, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the 2025 Arbor Day event scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025. The commission will also review proposed drawings for the Traxler Arboretum.

• Approve minutes of the regular meeting held August 13, 2025
• Discuss the 2025 Arbor Day event on Saturday, October 4, 2025
• Present proposed drawings of the Traxler Arboretum
• Consider agenda additions and deletions

The commission approved the minutes from the August 13 meeting with a 6‑0 vote. It confirmed plans to give away 30 trees to families and to relocate the petting zoo next to the playground. Additional logistics for the Arbor Day event were arranged, including yard signs, trash and recycling receptacles, and a meeting to finalize table placement.

• Approved minutes of Aug 13 meeting (6-0)
• Confirmed 30‑tree giveaway to families
• Decided to relocate petting zoo next to playground
• Prepared 30 yard signs; 11 made available to members
• Arranged trash receptacles, road blocks, and restrooms by Service Dept
• Secured gift cards from local businesses for giveaways
• Scheduled tent setup for Oct 2
• Planned Aquatic Center meeting Friday 3:00 PM to review table placement

Civil Service Commission

The Avon Civil Service Commission will hold a brief meeting to approve the minutes from its August 4, 2025 session. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

The commission approved the minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting with a 3‑0 vote. No action items were approved. The board discussed upcoming personnel changes but made no decisions on them. The next meeting was scheduled for October 6, 2025 at 10:00 A.M.

• Approved minutes of August 4, 2025 meeting (3-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for October 6, 2025

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

Avon City Council will vote on establishing incentive districts for Nagel Farms and Nagel Villas. The body is also considering zoning changes for hotels and motels and the purchase of real property for public use.

• Ordinance No. 64-25: Establishing the Nagel Farms Incentive District
• Ordinance No. 67-25: Establishing the Nagel Villas Incentive District
• Ordinance No. 75-25: Amending Planning and Zoning Code regarding hotels/motels
• Ordinance No. 77-25: Grant agreement for French Creek Sports Complex construction
• Ordinance No. 80-25: Purchase agreement for 36600 Detroit Road (Avon Village School)

The Avon City Council voted 7‑0 to adopt Ordinance No. 64‑25, creating the Nagel Farms Incentive District. The council also approved Ordinance No. 76‑25 to amend the 2024 appropriations ordinance and authorized the mayor to accept a state grant for the French Creek Sports Complex (Ordinance No. 77‑25). A public hearing was set for October 14, 2025 on Ordinance No. 75‑25 to amend hotel/motel zoning, and the minutes from recent meetings were approved unanimously.

• Approved Work Session minutes (Aug 4) – 7 for, 0 against
• Approved Regular Meeting minutes (Aug 11) – 7 for, 0 against
• Suspended rules and adopted Ordinance No. 64‑25 (Nagel Farms Incentive District) – 7 for, 0 against
• Suspended rules and acted on Ordinance No. 76‑25 (appropriations amendment) – 7 for, 0 against
• Adopted Ordinance No. 76‑25 – 7 for, 0 against
• Suspended rules and acted on Ordinance No. 77‑25 (grant for French Creek Sports Complex) – 7 for, 0 against
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance No. 75‑25 (hotel/motel zoning changes) on Oct 14, 2025
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 67‑25 (Nagel Villas Incentive District) – no vote recorded

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider five requests for variances related to residential construction and installations. These requests include encroachments into easements and setbacks for fences, a garage, a pool, and a carport.

• Fence installation within a drainage easement at 3268 Woodstone Lane
• Concrete for a side load garage encroaching 5 ft. into a storm sewer easement at 3779 Blossom Lane
• Pool fence installation 2 ft. off the property line at 2428 Deerfield Drive
• Semi-in-ground pool setback variance at 1676 W. Ash Drive
• Carport addition with side yard setback and square footage variances at 3106 Jaycox Road

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the August 6 meeting. It approved three variance requests: a 20‑foot fence within a drainage easement for the Calcada property, a 5‑foot concrete encroachment for the Zeh side‑load garage, and a 5.5‑foot fence setback for the Kutsko pool. The board denied the Rafferty pool setback variance. It tabled the Buchanan carport variance to the October meeting.

• Approved August 6 meeting minutes (AYES all)
• Approved 20‑ft fence variance for Leandro & Carolina Calcada (AYES all)
• Approved 5‑ft concrete encroachment variance for Chris & Courtney Zeh (AYES all)
• Approved 5.5‑ft fence setback variance for Christopher & Kelly Kutsko (AYES all)
• Denied 6‑ft pool setback variance for Patrick Rafferty (5 Nay, 0 Yes)
• Tabled 2‑ft side‑yard setback variance for Ronald & Marion Buchanan (AYES all)

City Council - Work Sessions

City Council is reviewing ordinances to establish incentive districts for Nagel Farms and Nagel Villas. The body is also discussing amendments to the planning and zoning code regarding hotels and motels, as well as funding for the French Creek Greenway.

• Ordinance No. 64-25: Establishing the Nagel Farms Incentive District
• Ordinance No. 67-25: Establishing the Nagel Villas Incentive District
• Ordinance No. 75-25: Amending Planning and Zoning Code regarding hotels/motels
• Ordinance No. 77-25: Grant award agreement for French Creek Greenway Phase I
• Ordinance No. 78-25: Adoption of Phase One of the Shade Tree Plan

The Avon City Council work session was used to announce upcoming readings of Ordinance 64-25, 67-25, and 75-25 on September 8, 2025, and a public hearing for Ordinance 75-25 on October 14, 2025. Information was provided on the new City Hall relocation costs and a grant award for the French Creek Greenway project, but no votes or formal approvals were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Avon Planning Commission will decide on seven development proposals including residential subdivisions, commercial expansions, and a zoning ordinance amendment requiring special permits for future hotels or motels. The meeting will also approve minutes and handle procedural items.

• Pine Haven Estates: 41 single-family homes on Detroit Road (Preliminary Plat)
• Grace Estates: 12 single-family homes at 34901 Detroit Road (Preliminary Plat)
• Preserve at Riegelsberger: 71 single-family homes at Riegelsberger Road and Center Road (Preliminary Plat)
• Avon Pointe Professional Campus Phase 4: Amend General Development Plan for Blocks M and N at 36991 American Way
• Vault Self Storage Phase 2: Amend General Development Plan and Final Development Plan for 15,600 sq ft building at 34500 Mills Road

The August 20, 2025 meeting featured public hearings on two residential subdivision preliminary plats: a 41‑lot development on Detroit Road by Swipe USA LLC and a 12‑lot Grace Estates project by Triban Investment. No vote, approval, denial, or other formal decision was documented for either proposal.

Landmark Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to review landmark nominations and letters of recognition. Members will also discuss the Avon Center Cemetery, including a historical marker application.

• Landmark nominations
• Landmark letters of recognition
• Avon Center Cemetery Ohio Historical Marker Application
• Avon Center Cemetery planter
• Wreaths Across America

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission approved the minutes of the July 9, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. No landmark nominations were received for August. The commission was informed that the mayor does not support adding plant material to the cemetery planter at this time. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 4‑0 vote.

• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will discuss the 2025 Arbor Day event scheduled for October 4, 2025. Members may vote to recommend a shade tree plan to City Council. The commission will also receive an update on the Traxler Arboretum Advisory.

• Discussion of 2025 Arbor Day event (October 4, 2025)
• Proposed recommendation of a shade tree plan to City Council
• Update on the Traxler Arboretum Advisory

The commission approved the July 9 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It assigned members to lead and staff the upcoming Arbor Day celebration on October 4, including the opening ceremony, welcome table, tattoo decals, yard signs, scavenger hunt, and bike‑repair stand location. The flyer was revised to replace “airbrush” with decals, and a raffle schedule was set. A shade‑tree plan identifying 38 new trees for city parks was presented for future consideration.

• Approved July 9 minutes (6‑0)
• Assigned Chair Varga to lead opening ceremony
• Assigned Ms. Johnson to manage the Welcome table
• Assigned Ms. Berges to order tattoo decals and remove “airbrush” from flyer
• Assigned Mr. Boccabella and Mr. Smith to produce and place 25 yard signs
• Assigned Mr. Traxler to handle the scavenger hunt and procure prizes
• Relocated bike‑repair stand to gazebo on Stoney Ridge Road/State Route 611
• Set raffle to occur before entertainment and at 1 PM intermission

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The Avon City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 11, 2025, to discuss and vote on several ordinances related to development incentives, special use permits, infrastructure projects, and budget amendments. The meeting includes second readings of incentive district ordinances, votes on special use permits for businesses, and approvals for public improvement agreements and land purchases.

• Second reading of Ordinance 64-25 to establish the Nagel Farms Incentive District with service payments in lieu of taxes
• Second reading of Ordinance 65-25 authorizing a developer’s agreement for public improvements at The Villas at Chester Commons on Chester Road
• Vote on Ordinance 68-25 granting a special use permit for an electric go-cart and amusement center at 1500 Nagel Road
• Vote on Ordinance 69-25 granting a special use permit for a Biggby Coffee shop with indoor seating and drive-thru at 36500 Detroit Road
• Authorization for the mayor to enter into a $2.1 million agreement for right-of-way acquisition for the Chester Road Widening Phase 3 & 5A projects

The council amended Ordinance No. 65-25 to correct a typo, suspended the rules to consider it, and then adopted the ordinance authorizing a developer agreement for public improvements at the Villas at Chester Commons. All three motions passed unanimously (7‑0). The council also approved the minutes of the July 7 work session and the July 14 regular meeting.

• Approved work session minutes (July 7, 2025) – vote 7 for, 0 against
• Approved regular meeting minutes (July 14, 2025) – vote 7 for, 0 against
• Amended Ordinance No. 65-25 to fix a typo – vote 7 for, 0 against
• Suspended rules to act on Ordinance No. 65-25 (as amended) – vote 7 for, 0 against
• Adopted Ordinance No. 65-25 authorizing developer agreement for Chester Road improvements – vote 7 for, 0 against

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider four variance requests. These include requests to install fences in easements, a garage size increase, and a lot requirement variance for a new subdivision.

• Fence installation within drainage and landscape easement at 3395 Vineyard Park
• Fence installation within drainage easement at 32345 Marie Park
• 268 sq. ft. variance for a 24ft. x 24ft. detached garage at 37681 Lake Drive
• 6.26 ft. variance for the 12-lot Grace Estates subdivision at 34901 Detroit Road

The Board approved the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting. It granted fence variances within drainage easements for the Murphys at 3395 Vineyard Park and for Vossler/Malec at 32345 Marie Park. It also approved a garage variance for Michael Madan at 37681 Lake Drive and a lot‑depth variance for the Grace Estates subdivision at 34901 Detroit Road. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of July 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved fence variance for Patrick and Kendra Murphy, 3395 Vineyard Park (unanimous)
• Approved fence variance for Erik Vossler and Mallory Malec, 32345 Marie Park (unanimous)
• Approved 268 sq ft garage variance for Michael Madan, 37681 Lake Drive (unanimous)
• Approved 6.26 ft lot‑depth variance for Grace Estates subdivision, 34901 Detroit Road (unanimous)

City Council - Work Sessions

The City Council will review the proposed location for a second fire station and hold a public hearing on tax increment financing for Nagel Villas. The session includes discussions on several special use permits and infrastructure agreements.

• Presentation on the proposed location for a second fire station
• Public hearing on proposed tax increment financing for Nagel Villas (Ordinance No. 67-25)
• Special use permit for K-1 Speed electric go-cart and amusement center at 1500 Nagel Road
• Special use permit for Biggby Coffee with drive-thru at 36500 Detroit Road
• Agreement with O.R. Colan Associates, LLC for Chester Road widening right-of-way acquisition

Council members discussed the proposed location for a second fire station and heard Chief Swope’s presentation. A public hearing on the Nagel Villas tax increment financing was held with no public comments. The council scheduled second readings of Ordinance 64-25 (Nagel Farms Incentive District) and Ordinance 65-25 (Chester Road developer agreement) for the regular meeting on August 11, 2025. No votes or approvals were recorded during this work session.

Civil Service Commission

The meeting is primarily procedural. The commission is scheduled to approve the minutes from the July 14, 2025, meeting.

• Approval of July 14, 2025, meeting minutes

The Avon Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from its July 14, 2025 meeting. The motion to approve passed unanimously, 3‑0. No other actions were taken. The next meeting was scheduled for September 8, 2025.

• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Set next meeting for September 8, 2025

Planning Commission

The Avon Planning Commission will consider several Special Use Permits and modifications for local businesses. The body will decide whether to recommend these requests to City Council for final approval.

• Special Use Permit for an indoor electric go-cart and amusement center at 1500 Nagel Road
• Special Use Permit for a coffee shop with drive-thru at 36500 Detroit Road
• Amendment to Special Use Permit for a 40 ft. x 24 ft. garage at 36950 Mills Road (VFW Post 7035)
• Final Development Plan for a restaurant and parking lot repaving at 1010 Center Road (Nelly Belly)
• Minor exterior modifications for 1500 Nagel Road and interior/exterior modifications for 36500 Detroit Road

The commission approved the minutes from the June 18 meeting. It then approved minor exterior modifications and a special‑use permit for K1 Speed’s indoor electric go‑cart center at 1500 Nagel Road, each by unanimous vote after suspending the rules. No other applications received a final decision.

• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (AYES all)
• Suspended rules to consider K1 Speed minor exterior modifications (AYES all)
• Approved minor exterior modifications for K1 Speed at 1500 Nagel Road (AYES all)
• Suspended rules to consider K1 Speed special use permit (AYES all)
• Approved positive recommendation for K1 Speed special use permit (AYES all)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on modifications to the official Sanitary Sewer Master Plan. The body is also considering several developer agreements, special use permits for residential lots, and the establishment of the Nagel Farms Incentive District.

• Ordinance No. 49-25: Modifications to the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan
• Ordinance No. 54-25: Medical direction services agreement with University Hospitals Health Systems
• Ordinance No. 60-25 and 61-25: Special use permits for flag lots at 3489 Moon Road and Stoney Ridge Road
• Ordinance No. 64-25: Establishing the Nagel Farms Incentive District
• Ordinance No. 66-25: Purchase of real estate at 3200 Stoney Ridge Road from William T. & Pamela S. Owens

The Avon City Council adopted Ordinance 49-25 to modify the sanitary sewer master plan and adopted five additional ordinances covering a medical services agreement, appropriations amendments, and special‑use permits for flag lots and public improvements. All six ordinances passed with a 7‑0 vote. The council also announced a public hearing for the Nagel Villas Tax Increment Financing district on August 4, 2025.

• Adopt Ordinance 49-25 modifying the sanitary sewer master plan (7‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance 54-25 authorizing the mayor to enter a medical direction services agreement (7‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance 59-25 amending Appropriations Ordinance 109-24, adding $5,000 for the Animal Protective League and funding for cameras (7‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance 60-25 granting a special‑use permit to Lawrence Krystowski for a flag lot at 3489 Moon Road (7‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance 61-25 granting a special‑use permit to Central South Ltd. for two flag lots on Stoney Ridge Road (7‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance 62-25 authorizing a developer agreement with LDC Middleton II, LLC for public improvements at the Villas of Nagel Farms (7‑0)
• Announce public hearing for the Nagel Villas TIF district to be held Aug 4, 2025 (no vote)
• Approve minutes of the June 16 and June 23 work sessions (7‑0 each)

Civil Service Commission

The commission will meet to certify updated eligibility lists for clerical, labor, and lateral police positions. The body will also remove names from the entry eligibility lists for police officers and firefighters.

• Certify Updated Clerical Eligibility List
• Certify Updated Labor Eligibility List
• Certify Updated Lateral Police Eligibility List
• Remove names from Police Officer Entry Eligibility List
• Remove names from Firefighter Entry Eligibility List

The commission approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting. It certified the updated clerical, laborer, and police lateral eligibility lists. It also removed one name each from the Police Entrance and Firefighter Entrance eligibility lists. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of June 2, 2025 (3-0)
• Certified updated Clerical Eligibility List (1 name added) (3-0)
• Certified updated Laborer Eligibility List (37 names added, 1 removed) (3-0)
• Certified updated Police Lateral Eligibility List (1 name added) (3-0)
• Removed one name from Police Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Removed one name from Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)

Landmark Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to review landmark nominations and letters of recognition. The body is also discussing an Ohio historical marker application for the Avon Center Cemetery.

• Ohio historical marker application for Avon Center Cemetery
• Landmark nominations
• Landmark letters of recognition

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission approved the minutes from its June 11 meeting. It then voted unanimously to designate the Dairy Treat at 37175 Colorado Avenue as a historic landmark. The commission adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes of the June 11, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved historical landmark designation for Dairy Treat (37175 Colorado Avenue, Route 611) (4-0)
• Adjourned the regular meeting (4-0)

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will discuss the 2025 Arbor Day event and the Tree City USA Awards event. The body is also considering the creation of and appointments to the Traxler Arboretum Advisory Group.

• Discussion of the 2025 Arbor Day event scheduled for October 4, 2025
• Proposed creation of the Traxler Arboretum Advisory Group
• Proposed appointment of 8 members to the Traxler Arboretum Advisory Group

The Tree Commission voted 5‑0 to amend the agenda and add item #6A to discuss adding a second student member. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Amended agenda to add item #6A – discuss addition of a second student member (5‑0)
• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes as published (5‑0)

Committees of Council

The Finance and Safety Committees are meeting to discuss the planning and funding options for the construction of a second fire station.

• Discussion of plans for a second fire station
• Discussion of financing options for a second fire station

City Council - Work Sessions

City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed tax increment financing for the Nagel Farms Incentive District. The body is also reviewing modifications to the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan and several developer agreements for public improvements.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 64-25 regarding the Nagel Farms Incentive District
• Ordinance No. 49-25 to modify the Official Sanitary Sewer Master Plan
• Ordinance No. 54-25 for a medical direction services agreement with University Hospitals Health Systems
• Developer agreements for public improvements at The Villas of Nagel Farms and The Villas at Chester Commons
• Special use permits for flag lots at 3489 Moon Road and Stoney Ridge Road

The council toured a new fire training tower and held a public hearing on a proposed tax increment financing for the Nagel Farms Incentive District, which received no comments. Several ordinances were scheduled for future readings or public hearings on July 14, 2025. No votes or approvals were recorded during this work session.

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider four variance requests. These include proposals for an accessory structure, a fence in an easement, parking for an entertainment facility, and home construction in a flood hazard area.

• Request for 1,500 sq. ft. accessory structure at 36795 Chester Road
• Request for fence installation within a stormwater management easement at 3425 Williams Court
• Request for 25-space parking variance for a new indoor entertainment facility at 1500 Nagel Road
• Request for Garland New Homes, Inc. to build homes under the 18 in. Base Flood Elevation at Autumn Grove Subdivision on Riegelsberger Road

The Board approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved a 1,250 sq ft accessory‑structure variance for Thomas Stevenson at 36795 Chester Road. A fence variance allowing placement within 12 ft of a stormwater easement was approved for Edward Stephens and Shannan DeTullio at 3425 Williams Court. Finally, a 25‑parking‑space variance was approved for the proposed indoor entertainment facility at 1500 Nagel Road. All motions passed with all AYES votes.

• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous AYES)
• Approved 1,250 sq ft accessory‑structure variance for Thomas Stevenson (unanimous AYES)
• Approved fence variance within 12 ft of stormwater easement for Edward Stephens & Shannan DeTullio (unanimous AYES)
• Approved 25‑parking‑space variance for Premier 1500 Nagel LLC (unanimous AYES)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

Avon City Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances, including the purchase of the former Avon Village School for a new City Hall. The body is also considering temporary moratoria on hotels and senior living facilities.

• Ordinance 45-25: Purchase of real estate at 36600 Detroit Road for new City Hall
• Ordinance 55-25: Extension of temporary moratorium on hotels, motels, and boarding houses
• Ordinance 56-25: One-year temporary moratorium on special use permits for senior living facilities
• Ordinance 58-25: Real estate donation of five parcels to Lorain County Metropolitan Park District
• Resolution R-18-25: Formal opposition to House Bill 335

The council amended and adopted Ordinance 45-25, authorizing the mayor to purchase the property at 36600 Detroit Road to become the new City Hall. It also adopted ordinances for an insurance contract with Oswald Companies, a temporary moratorium on hotel development, a one‑year moratorium on assisted‑living permits, an amendment to the Tree Commission membership rules, and a real‑estate donation agreement with the park district. All motions passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote.

• Amended and adopted Ordinance 45-25 to purchase 36600 Detroit Road for new City Hall (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 53-25 accepting insurance proposal from Oswald Companies (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 55-25 extending temporary moratorium on hotel, motel, and boarding house development (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 56-25 imposing one‑year moratorium on special use permits for assisted‑living facilities (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 57-25 amending Tree Commission membership and compensation sections (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 58-25 authorizing real‑estate donation agreement with the Board of Park Commissioners (7‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several residential subdivision plats and special use permits. The body is also considering a recommendation to City Council to pause the approval of senior living and nursing home facilities.

• Proposed temporary moratorium on Special Use Permits for nursing homes and assisted living facilities
• Preliminary Plat for 56 attached single-family units at Middleton Rd and Avon Road
• Preliminary Plat for 12 single-family homes at 34901 Detroit Road
• Final Development Plan for a Gerber Automotive Collision Facility at Chester Road and Moore Road
• Special Use Permit amendments for VFW Post 7035 pavilion expansion and Avon High School LED signs

The Avon Planning Commission opened and closed public hearings for multiple special‑use permit requests and a preliminary plat submission. No votes or formal actions were recorded for any of the items. The meeting consisted solely of hearing comments from applicants and residents.

City Council - Work Sessions

City Council is reviewing several ordinances including the purchase of real estate for a new City Hall and modifications to the sanitary sewer master plan. The body is also considering extensions of moratoriums on hotels and senior living facilities.

• Ordinance 45-25: Purchase of real estate at 36600 Detroit Road for new City Hall
• Ordinance 49-25: Modifications to the Official Sanitary Sewer Master Plan
• Ordinance 55-25: Extension of moratorium on hotels, motels, and boarding houses
• Ordinance 56-25: Extension of moratorium on special use permits for senior living facilities
• Ordinance 58-25: Donation of five land parcels to Lorain County Metropolitan Park District

The council decided to move forward with the insurance proposal from Oswald Companies, underwritten by Munich, to renew the city's general liability, property, umbrella, and cyber coverage. No other ordinances were voted on; the remaining items were scheduled for further readings or discussion at future meetings.

• Approved the Oswald Companies insurance proposal (Munich underwriter) for city coverage

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission will meet to review landmark nominations and letters of recognition. The body will also discuss an Ohio historical marker application for the Avon Center Cemetery.

• Ohio historical marker application for Avon Center Cemetery
• Landmark nominations
• Landmark letters of recognition

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission voted 3‑0 to approve the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting. No other motions were adopted; nominations and applications were discussed but not decided. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 3‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of May 14, 2025 meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Tree Commission

The Avon Tree Commission will discuss the 2025 Arbor Day event scheduled for October 4. The body will also consider recommendations for a new committee and an additional student member.

• Discussion of the 2025 Arbor Day event on October 4, 2025
• Discussion of recommending the establishment of a Traxler Arboretum Committee
• Discussion of recommending the addition of another student member to the commission

The commission approved the minutes from the May 7 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. It passed a motion recommending that City Council add another student member to the Tree Commission, also by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 7 minutes (7-0)
• Recommended City Council add another student member to Tree Commission (7-0)
• Adjourned regular meeting (7-0)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The City Council will discuss the purchase of property from the Avon Local School District for a new City Hall. The body is also considering special use permits for two businesses and a tax budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

• Ordinance No. 45-25: Purchase of real estate at 36600 Detroit Road (Avon Village School) for new City Hall
• Ordinance No. 47-25: Special use permit for Infinity Athletics, LLC at 1260 Moore Road, Suites A-D
• Ordinance No. 48-25: Special use permit for The Big Show, Ltd. (Nelly Belly) at 1010 and 1012 Center Road
• Ordinance No. 49-25: Modifications to the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan
• Ordinance No. 50-25: Establishing a tax budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026

The council adopted Ordinance No. 50-25 establishing the tax budget for fiscal year ending Dec. 31, 2026 with a 7‑0 vote. It also adopted Ordinance No. 47-25 granting Infinity Athletics a special‑use permit and Ordinance No. 48-25 granting Big Show (dba Nelly Belly) a special‑use permit, each by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting minutes were approved and the council adjourned.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 50-25 establishing FY 2026 tax budget (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 47-25 granting Infinity Athletics LLC a special‑use permit (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 48-25 granting Big Show Ltd. (dba Nelly Belly) a special‑use permit (7‑0)
• Approved Work Session minutes (May 19, 2025) (7‑0)
• Approved Regular Meeting minutes (May 27, 2025) (7‑0)
• Approved Special Meeting minutes (June 2, 2025) (7‑0)
• Adjourned the regular meeting (7‑0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider five variance requests. Four requests involve installing fences within sewer or stormwater easements, and one involves setback reductions for a driveway and sidewalk.

• Fence installation in storm and sanitary sewer easement at 2403 Quail Hollow
• Fence installation in 12ft. stormwater management access easement at 3417 Williams Court
• Fence installation in 20ft. storm drainage easement at 4526 Bellerive Court
• Fence installation in 20ft. storm sewer easement at 36317 Montrose Way
• Side yard setback reductions for driveway extension and sidewalk at 2492 Center Road

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals unanimously approved fence variances for four homeowners, allowing fences within various utility easements. It also approved a 2‑ft side‑yard setback for a driveway extension and a 2‑ft side‑yard setback for a sidewalk, each passing with four AYES and one NAY. All approvals required a signed easement agreement to be recorded with the Lorain County Recorder’s Office.

• Approved fence within storm sewer/sanitary easement for Kyle and Bridget Walker (AYES all)
• Approved fence within 12‑ft stormwater management easement for Bret Buike (AYES all)
• Approved fence within 20‑ft storm drainage easement for Brian and Rachel Ostrowski (AYES all)
• Approved fence within 20‑ft storm sewer easement for Bruce and Jeanne Stark (AYES all)
• Approved 2‑ft side‑yard setback for driveway extension for Joseph Mulheren (4 AYES, 1 NAY)
• Approved 2‑ft side‑yard setback for sidewalk for Joseph Mulheren (4 AYES, 1 NAY)

City Council - Work Sessions

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including the purchase of real estate for a new City Hall and the issuance of notes for street improvements. The session also covers special use permits for local businesses and modifications to the sanitary sewer master plan.

• Ordinance No. 45-25: Purchase of 36600 Detroit Road from Avon Local School District for new City Hall
• Ordinance No. 47-25: Special use permit for Infinity Athletics, LLC at 1260 Moore Road
• Ordinance No. 48-25: Special use permit for Nelly Belly outdoor recreation facility at 1010 and 1012 Center Road
• Ordinance No. 51-25: Issuance of notes up to $4,075,000 to retire 2024 bond anticipation notes
• Ordinance No. 52-25: Issuance of notes up to $4,250,000 for street and sidewalk improvements

The council conducted second readings of Ordinances 42-25 and 45-25 and scheduled further readings for several other ordinances. Updates were given on special‑use permit applications, the 2026 tax budget, and upcoming bond‑related notes, but no votes or final actions were recorded. The meeting also included reports on the Memorial Day parade and new city lighting.

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The City Council is meeting to vote on three ordinances. These include amending appropriations and authorizing the sale of notes to fund city infrastructure and debt obligations.

• Ordinance No. 42-25 to amend and supplement Appropriations Ordinance No. 109-24
• Ordinance No. 51-25 for notes not to exceed $4,075,000 to retire 2024 bond anticipation notes
• Ordinance No. 52-25 for notes not to exceed $4,250,000 for street and sidewalk improvements

The Avon City Council adopted Ordinance No. 42-25 to amend and supplement Appropriations Ordinance No. 109-24. It also adopted Ordinance No. 51-25 authorizing the issuance and sale of notes up to $4,075,000 to retire outstanding bond anticipation notes. Additionally, Ordinance No. 52-25 was adopted to authorize notes up to $4,250,000 for street and sidewalk improvements. All three ordinances passed with a 7‑for‑0 vote.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 42-25 (amend and supplement appropriations) – 7 for, 0 against
• Adopted Ordinance No. 51-25 to issue notes up to $4,075,000 – 7 for, 0 against
• Adopted Ordinance No. 52-25 to issue notes up to $4,250,000 for street improvements – 7 for, 0 against

Civil Service Commission

The commission will meet to certify the eligibility list for Police Dispatchers. The body will also receive an update from Chief Fischbach regarding Sergeant promotions.

• Certification of the Police Dispatcher Eligibility List
• Update on Sergeant Promotions from Chief Fischbach

The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting with a 3‑0 vote. The commission also certified the police dispatcher eligibility list, passing the motion 3‑0. An update was given on the promotion of three new sergeants, who will be sworn in on June 9, 2025. The next meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2025.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Certified police dispatcher eligibility list (3-0)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

Avon City Council will vote on bid awards for road and water infrastructure projects. The body will also hold first readings for ordinances regarding a new City Hall location and a zoning moratorium for car washes and self-storage facilities.

• Ordinance No. 45-25: Agreement with Avon Local School District to purchase 36600 Detroit Road for new City Hall
• Ordinance No. 46-25: Extension of temporary moratorium on permits for car washes and self-storage facilities
• Ordinance No. 43-25: Bid award for State Route 83 and State Route 254 intersection improvement project
• Ordinance No. 44-25: Bid award for Shakespeare Lane water main replacement
• Ordinance No. 42-25: Amendment to Appropriations Ordinance No. 109-24

The Avon City Council adopted Ordinance 43‑25, awarding the bid for the State Route 83 and State Route 254 intersection improvement project. It also adopted Ordinance 44‑25, awarding the bid for the Shakespeare Lane water main replacement, and adopted Ordinance 46‑25, extending the temporary moratorium on car‑wash and self‑storage facility permits. All three actions passed unanimously with a 7‑for, 0‑against vote.

• Adopted Ordinance 43‑25 to award bid for State Route 83 & 254 intersection improvement (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 44‑25 to award bid for Shakespeare Lane water main replacement (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 46‑25 to extend moratorium on car‑wash and self‑storage permits (7‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several special use permits and development plans. The body is also considering recommendations to City Council to extend moratoriums on carwashes, self-storage, and lodging facilities.

• Proposed extensions of moratoriums on carwashes, self-storage, hotels, motels, and boarding houses
• Amendment to the General Development Plan for a 121-unit multi-family development at 37745 Chester Road
• Special Use Permit for outdoor seating and recreation at Nelly Belly, 1010 Center Road
• Final Development Plan for a Speedway/7-Eleven convenience store with fuel sales at 35045 Chester Road
• Sanitary Sewer District Modification for Detroit Road Widening at 37635 Detroit Road

The Avon Planning Commission heard public comments on three special‑use permit requests, an amendment to the General Development Plan for a 121‑unit project, and a sanitary‑sewer district modification. Commissioners discussed site‑specific issues such as sewer routing, sidewalks, traffic studies, storm‑water management, and tree‑canopy planting. No votes, approvals, denials, or tabling actions were documented in the minutes.

City Council - Work Sessions

Avon City Council is reviewing several ordinances including the purchase of the former Avon Village School for a new City Hall. The session also covers bid awards for infrastructure projects and budget appropriations.

• Ordinance 45-25: Agreement with Avon Local School District to purchase 36600 Detroit Road for new City Hall
• Ordinance 43-25: Bid award for State Route 83 and State Route 254 intersection improvement project
• Ordinance 44-25: Bid award for Shakespeare Lane water main replacement
• Ordinance 42-25: Amendment and supplement to Appropriations Ordinance No. 109-24

The council reviewed supplemental appropriations totaling $980,300 and discussed the details of two construction bids for the State Route 83/254 intersection and the Shakespeare Lane water main replacement. Mayor Jensen and staff presented a proposed purchase of the Avon Village School property, with the first reading scheduled for the next regular meeting. No votes, approvals, denials, or awards were recorded during this session.

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission will meet to consider landmark nominations, letters of recognition, and an application for an Ohio Historical Marker for Avon Center Cemetery. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific details on nominations or financial items.

• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2025, regular meeting
• Landmark nominations and letters of recognition (no specifics provided)
• Avon Center Cemetery Ohio Historical Marker application discussion

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. The motion to dispense with reading the minutes and approve them as published passed with a 4‑yes, 0‑no vote. No other actions were decided; nominations and the cemetery marker application were discussed but not acted upon.

• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

Avon City Council will vote on two ordinances: accepting improvements in Nagel Farms Subdivision (Ordinance 40-25) and authorizing temporary and permanent easements to Avon Lake Municipal Utilities Board for water infrastructure (Ordinance 41-25). Council will also discuss residential Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and may enter executive session to discuss real estate purchase or sale.

• Discussion of residential Tax Increment Financing (TIF) by Mr. Gasior and Mr. Beachler
• Ordinance 40-25: Accept improvements in Nagel Farms Subdivision
• Ordinance 41-25: Authorize 60-foot temporary construction easement and 30-foot permanent easement to Avon Lake Municipal Utilities Board for water-related improvements
• Executive session for purchase and/or sale of real estate

The council approved the minutes of the Work Session (April 21), Finance Committee (April 28), Regular Meeting (April 28) and Special Meeting (May 5). Each motion passed with a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were decided; the residential TIF discussion was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved Work Session minutes (April 21) – vote 7‑0
• Approved Finance Committee minutes (April 28) – vote 7‑0
• Approved Regular Meeting minutes (April 28) – vote 7‑0
• Approved Special Meeting minutes (May 5) – vote 7‑0

Civil Service Commission

The Avon Civil Service Commission will vote to certify the Police Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List and approve minutes from prior meetings. The certification formally establishes the list of candidates eligible for promotion.

• Certify the Police Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List
• Approve minutes of April 7, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes of April 15, 2025 special meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the April 7 and April 15, 2025 meetings, each by a 3‑0 vote. It then certified the Police Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List, also by a unanimous 3‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approve minutes of April 7, 2025 meeting (3-0)
• Approve minutes of April 15, 2025 special meeting (3-0)
• Certify Police Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List (unanimous 3-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board will hear and vote on four variance requests, including a major project by Brew Naked LLC at 1010 Center Road to demolish an existing home and construct a new building with outdoor entertainment. Other requests involve a rear-yard setback for a single-family home, a fence within a storm sewer easement, and additional signage area for a tenant building.

• Brew Naked LLC, 1010 Center Road: requests variances for front yard setback (13.83 ft), side yard setback (12.6 ft), and building separation (12 ft) relative to code minimums.
• Gabriel Bruno, 36234 Ravinia Lane: requests 6 ft rear yard setback variance (code requires 50 ft, proposes 44 ft).
• Kyle and Bridget Walker, 2403 Quail Hollow: requests variance to allow a fence within a storm sewer easement.
• Benchmark Avon LLC, 35415 Chester Road: requests 29.1 sq ft additional sign area (code allows 87.5 sq ft, proposes 116 sq ft).

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. It also approved a 6‑foot rear‑yard setback variance for 36234 Ravinia Lane. The appeal for a fence variance at 2403 Quail Hollow was tabled unanimously. Finally, a 29.1 sq ft signage variance for Benchmark Avon LLC was approved unanimously. No vote was recorded for the Brew Naked LLC side‑yard setback request.

• Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 6‑ft rear‑yard setback variance for 36234 Ravinia Lane (unanimous)
• Tabled Kyle and Bridget Walker fence variance appeal (unanimous)
• Approved 29.1 sq ft signage variance for Benchmark Avon LLC (unanimous)
• No vote recorded for Brew Naked LLC side‑yard setback variance

Tree Commission

The Avon Tree Commission will discuss and confirm final arrangements for hosting the Tree City USA event in May 2025, including menu, setup, sponsors, and media coverage. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions listed beyond routine agenda items.

• Finalize Tree City USA event details: menu, stage setup, registration, sponsors, vendors, and raffles
• Confirm table setup, centerpieces, door prizes, giveaways, and tree ring arrangements
• Discuss media coverage for the Tree City USA event
• Finalize day/time to setup at Tom’s Country Place
• Approve minutes from April 9, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes by a 7‑0 vote. Members assigned cake ordering to Ms. Wetzig and Ms. Berges, and raffle duties to Mr. Smith and Mr. Traxler. The commission confirmed attendance at the Tree City USA event on May 15 and scheduled a setup meeting for Wednesday, May 14 at Tom’s Country Place. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Ms. Wetzig and Ms. Berges assigned to order cakes
• Mr. Smith and Mr. Traxler assigned to run the raffle
• All Tree Commission members will attend the Tree City USA event on May 15
• Setup meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 14 at noon at Tom’s Country Place
• Mr. Smith and Mr. Varga will be at the event at 6:45 a.m. on Thursday
• Meeting adjourned

City Council - Work Sessions

The Avon City Council will discuss and vote on several ordinances and a resolution at the May 5, 2025 work session. Key items include authorizing an agreement with Public Consulting Group to collect supplemental Medicaid payments for emergency medical services provided by the Avon Fire Department, accepting improvements in Nagel Farms Subdivision, granting easements for water infrastructure to Avon Lake Municipal Utilities Board, and entering into a lease agreement with Huntington Public Capital Corporation. A special meeting immediately follows the work session for formal votes.

• Ordinance 39-25: Authorizes agreement with Public Consulting Group to collect supplemental Medicaid payments for Avon Fire Department EMS
• Ordinance 40-25: Accepts improvements in Nagel Farms Subdivision
• Ordinance 41-25: Grants temporary 60-foot and permanent 30-foot easements to Avon Lake Municipal Utilities Board for water system improvements
• Resolution R-16-25: Authorizes lease agreement with Huntington Public Capital Corporation (second of three readings)

The council did not vote on any ordinance or resolution during the May 5 work session. Each item – the PCG Medicaid contract, Nagel Farms improvements, a water‑system easement, and a front‑end loader lease – was scheduled for consideration at a special meeting immediately following this session. No approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded.

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

Avon City Council will hold a special meeting to consider Ordinance No. 39-25, authorizing an agreement with Public Consulting Group to collect supplemental Medicaid payments for emergency medical services provided by the Avon Fire Department, and Resolution No. R-16-25, authorizing a lease agreement with Huntington Public Capital Corporation.

• Ordinance No. 39-25: Authorizing agreement with Public Consulting Group for supplemental Medicaid payments for Avon Fire Department EMS
• Resolution No. R-16-25: Authorizing lease agreement with Huntington Public Capital Corporation

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 39-25, authorizing the mayor to contract with Public Consulting Group, LLC to collect supplemental Medicaid payments for emergency medical services provided by the Avon Fire Department and declared an emergency. The council also unanimously adopted Resolution No. R-16-25, authorizing the finance director to enter a lease agreement with Huntington Public Capital Corporation and declared an emergency. All votes were 6‑for, 0‑against.

• Suspend rules and act on Ordinance No. 39-25 (6 for, 0 against)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 39-25 (6 for, 0 against)
• Amend Resolution No. R-16-25 (6 for, 0 against)
• Suspend rules and act on Resolution No. R-16-25 (6 for, 0 against)
• Adopt Resolution No. R-16-25 (6 for, 0 against)

Committees of Council

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss Ballot Issue No. 3. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Ballot Issue No. 3

The Finance Committee met on April 28, 2025 to hear Mayor Jensen and others explain a proposed income tax increase to fund police and fire departments and replace three property‑tax levies. The discussion covered how the tax would affect workers, retirees and residents working outside Avon. No vote or formal action on the ballot issue was recorded, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

Council will hold second reading and vote on Ordinance 27-25 authorizing agreements for right-of-way acquisition services for the State Route 83 sidewalk project. Other business includes first reading of a resolution to lease with Huntington National Bank, new land disturbance permit fee, amendment to Red Tail Subdivision plat, and an appropriations amendment. Minutes from three prior meetings are also up for approval.

• Second reading of Ordinance 27-25 – right-of-way acquisition services for State Route 83 sidewalk (LOR 83-16.76, PID 119934)
• Ordinance 34-25 – adding a land disturbance permit fee to city code
• Ordinance 35-25 – creating Land Disturbance Fee Fund No. 280
• Resolution R-16-25 – authorizing a lease agreement with Huntington National Bank (first reading)
• Ordinance 32-25 – amending final plat and subdivider's agreement for Red Tail Subdivision No. 17

The Avon City Council unanimously adopted five emergency ordinances covering right‑of‑way acquisition, a subdivision plat amendment, land‑disturbance permit fees, a land‑disturbance fee fund, and an appropriations amendment. The council also approved the minutes for the April 7 work session and the April 14 regular meeting without opposition. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 27-25 authorizing right‑of‑way acquisition for State Route 83 sidewalk (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 32-25 amending the final plat for Red Tail Subdivision No. 17 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 34-25 adding a land‑disturbance permit fee (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 35-25 creating a land‑disturbance fee fund (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 38-25 amending and supplementing Appropriations Ordinance No. 109-24 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 7 work session (7-0)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

At a special meeting on April 21, 2025, Avon City Council will consider three ordinances: a construction contract change order for asphalt resurfacing on Timberview Drive and Keller Drive (part of the Schwartz Road West project), authorization to purchase 0.4875 acres at Detroit and Jaycox Roads for a public highway, and an agreement with ODOT for a sidewalk installation project on State Route 83. All items are up for adoption after suspending the rules.

• Ordinance 33-25: Approves a change order for asphalt resurfacing on Timberview Drive and Keller Drive under the Schwartz Road West project.
• Ordinance 36-25: Authorizes buying 0.4875 acres at the southwest corner of Detroit Road and Jaycox Road (parcels 04-00-022-103-025 and -038) for a public highway.
• Ordinance 37-25: Authorizes a local public agency agreement with ODOT for the State Route 83 Sidewalk Installation Project (PID 119934, LOR 83 16.76).

At the special meeting on April 21, 2025, the Avon City Council adopted three ordinances, each passing with a 6‑0 vote. Ordinance 33‑25 approved a contract change for the Schwartz Road West pavement resurfacing project. Ordinance 36‑25 authorized the mayor to purchase 0.4875 acres at the southwest corner of Detroit Road and Jaycox Road for a public highway. Ordinance 37‑25 authorized a federal‑local agreement to construct a sidewalk on State Route 83.

• Adopted Ordinance 33‑25 to approve construction contract change for Schwartz Road West resurfacing (6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 36‑25 authorizing mayor to purchase 0.4875 acres at Detroit Rd & Jaycox Rd for public highway (6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 37‑25 authorizing execution of LOR 83 sidewalk installation project with ODOT (6‑0)

City Council - Work Sessions

At this work session, Avon City Council will discuss several ordinances, including authorizing right-of-way acquisition services for the State Route 83 sidewalk project, amending the final plat for Red Tail Subdivision No. 17, approving a change order for the Schwartz Road West resurfacing project, and adding a land disturbance permit fee. They will also consider purchasing 0.4875 acres at the southwest corner of Detroit Road and Jaycox Road for public highway use and entering into a local public agency agreement with ODOT for the SR 83 sidewalk installation. Some items will be formally addressed at a special meeting immediately following the work session.

• Ordinance 27-25: Authorize agreement with O.R. Colan Associates and Bowman Appraisal for right-of-way acquisition for SR 83 sidewalk (LOR 83-16.76, PID 119934)
• Ordinance 32-25: Amend final plat and subdivision agreement for Red Tail Subdivision No. 17
• Ordinance 33-25: Approve change order for Schwartz Road West pavement resurfacing to include Timberview Drive and Keller Drive
• Ordinance 34-25: Add land disturbance permit fee to codified ordinances
• Ordinance 36-25: Authorize purchase of 0.4875 acres at southwest corner of Detroit Road and Jaycox Road for use as a public highway

The April 21, 2025 work session discussed several ordinances—including right‑of‑way acquisition, a subdivision lot merge, a pavement resurfacing change order, land‑disturbance fee legislation, a property purchase, and a streetlight funding amendment—but none were voted on or adopted. All items were deferred to future regular or special meetings for further reading or approval.

Planning Commission

The Avon Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on proposed lot consolidations and plat amendments for Red Tail Subdivision No. 17 on St. Gregory Way, as well as a lot consolidation and right-of-way dedication at 2725 Jaycox Road for Nakotai LLC. The items include amendments to both the preliminary and final plats for the Red Tail subdivision.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat amendment for Red Tail Subdivision No. 17 lot consolidation (PPN 632 & 633)
• Public hearing on final plat amendment for same Red Tail lot consolidation
• Lot consolidation request by Tim Vala for two parcels on St. Gregory Way
• Lot consolidation and right-of-way dedication for Nakotai LLC at 2725 Jaycox Road

The Planning Commission approved several lot consolidation and plat amendment items, all by unanimous vote. It adopted the amended preliminary plat and a positive recommendation for the final plat for Red Tail Subdivision No. 17. It also approved the consolidation of two parcels for Nakotai, LLC at 2725 Jaycox Road and a positive recommendation for a 0.4875‑acre right‑of‑way dedication at Jaycox and Detroit Roads.

• Approved amendment to the Preliminary Plat for Red Tail Subdivision No. 17 (lot consolidation) – unanimous
• Approved a positive recommendation to City Council to amend the Final Plat for Red Tail Subdivision No. 17 – unanimous
• Approved lot consolidation for Red Tail Subdivision No. 17 (PPN 04‑00‑025‑000‑632 & 633) – unanimous
• Approved consolidation of 1.00 acre and 0.702 acre parcels into a 1.1699‑acre parcel for Nakotai, LLC at 2725 Jaycox Road – unanimous
• Approved a positive recommendation to City Council for a 0.4875‑acre Right of Way Dedication Plat at Jaycox Rd & Detroit Rd – unanimous
• Approved the minutes of the March 19, 2025 meeting – 4 ayes, 1 abstention

Civil Service Commission

The Avon Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to consider two items related to police dispatcher hiring. They will discuss abolishing the existing Police Dispatcher Entrance Eligibility List from November 2023 and approving a new Police Dispatcher Entrance Exam.

• Consider abolishing the Police Dispatcher Entrance Eligibility List dated 11/6/2023
• Consider approval of a Police Dispatcher Entrance Exam

The commission unanimously approved two motions. First, they voted 3-0 to abolish the police dispatcher eligibility list dated 11/6/2023. Second, they voted 3-0 to approve an updated clerical eligibility list for the police dispatcher entrance exam.

• Abolish police dispatcher eligibility list dated 11/6/2023 – passed 3-0
• Approve updated clerical eligibility list for police dispatcher exam – passed 3-0

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The Avon City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning 17.7 acres on the west side of Nagel Road from R-1 Single-Family Residential to C-4 General Business District. The council will also consider a special use permit for a Dunkin Donuts with a drive-thru at 1200 Center Road, authorize several infrastructure projects including the SR83 & SR254 intersection improvement, and approve engineering services for Chester Road resurfacing. Additional items include accepting utility improvements, declaring sidewalks necessary for the 2025 program, and entering an executive session for real estate purchase discussions.

• Rezoning 17.7 acres (parcels 04-00-022-102-044 etc.) on Nagel Road from R-1 to C-4 General Business District (Ordinance 18-25, third reading)
• Special use permit for Dunkin Donuts to build a 1,682 sq. ft. shop with drive-thru at 1200 Center Road (Ordinance 23-25)
• Authorizing amendment to ODOT agreement for SR83 & SR254 intersection improvement project (Ordinance 24-25)
• Engineering services agreement with GPD Group for Chester Road resurfacing project (Ordinance 26-25)
• Resolution to construct concrete sidewalks as part of the 2025 Sidewalk Program (Resolution R-13-25)

The council voted 7‑0 to adopt Ordinance 23‑25, granting BASP, LLC a special use permit for a Dunkin' Donuts drive‑thru at 1200 Center Road. It voted 0‑7 to reject Ordinance 18‑25, keeping 17.7 acres on the west side of Nagel Road in the R‑1 single‑family residential district. The council also approved the minutes of three prior meetings by unanimous vote.

• Adopted Ordinance 23‑25 granting special use permit to BASP, LLC for Dunkin' Donuts at 1200 Center Road (7‑0)
• Rejected Ordinance 18‑25 rezoning 17.7 acres on Nagel Road from R‑1 to C‑4 (0‑7)
• Approved minutes of Work Session March 17, 2025 (7‑0)
• Approved minutes of Service Committee March 24, 2025 (7‑0)
• Approved minutes of Regular Meeting March 24, 2025 (7‑0)

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission will discuss nominating Tom’s Country Place at 3442 Stoney Ridge Road as a landmark. The agenda also includes considering letters of recognition, an Ohio Historical Marker application for Avon Cemetery, and approval of prior meeting minutes. No other major decisions are expected.

• Landmark nomination for Tom’s Country Place, 3442 Stoney Ridge Road
• Avon Cemetery Ohio Historical Marker application
• Landmark letters of recognition (discussion without specific properties listed)
• Approval of minutes from the March 12, 2025 regular meeting

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the March 12 meeting (4‑0). It voted to designate Tom’s Country Place at 3442 Stoney Ridge Road as an Avon Historic Landmark (4‑0). The commission also approved submitting an Ohio Historical Marker application for the Avon Center Cemetery (4‑0). The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote (4‑0).

• Approved March 12 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Designated Tom’s Country Place as historic landmark (4‑0)
• Approved submission of Ohio Historical Marker application for Avon Center Cemetery (4‑0)
• Adjourned the regular meeting (4‑0)

Tree Commission

The Avon Tree Commission will discuss details for hosting the Tree City USA event in May 2025, including menu, banners, stage setup, and vendors. They will also consider rescheduling the regular May meeting from May 14 to a different date/time. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and member comments.

• Discussion of hosting Tree City USA event in May 2025, with planning for menu, banners, stage setup, raffles, door prizes, giveaways, sponsors, vendors, programs, and registration
• Discussion and motion to reschedule the regular May 14, 2025 meeting to a different date and time
• Motion to approve minutes of the regular meeting on March 12, 2025
• Motion to amend and approve minutes of the special meeting on December 16, 2024

The commission approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes and the amended minutes from the December 16, 2024 special meeting, each with unanimous support. It also approved a motion to move the regular May meeting from May 14 to May 7, 2025. All votes were 6‑for, 0‑against.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Dec 16, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Approved amended Dec 16, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Re‑scheduled regular meeting from May 14 to May 7, 2025 (6-0)

City Council - Work Sessions

The Avon City Council will discuss several ordinances and resolutions at this work session, including a proposal to rezone 17.7 acres on Nagel Road from single-family residential to general business district. Other items include a special use permit for a Dunkin Donuts with drive-thru, authorizations for engineering and construction services for intersection and sidewalk projects, and acceptance of public utility improvements.

• Rezone 17.7 acres on west side of Nagel Road between Middleton & Detroit Roads from R-1 to C-4 (Ordinance 18-25)
• Grant special use permit to BASP, LLC for a Dunkin Donuts with drive-thru at 1200 Center Road (Ordinance 23-25)
• Authorize amendment with ODOT for SR 83 & SR 254 intersection improvement project (Ordinance 24-25)
• Authorize agreement with GPD Group for Chester Road resurfacing engineering services (Ordinance 26-25)
• Declare necessity to construct concrete sidewalks as part of 2025 Sidewalk Program (Resolution R-13-25)

The April 7, 2025 work session was primarily informational, with updates on zoning, a special‑use permit, transportation funding, supplemental appropriations, and engineering contracts. No votes or formal approvals were recorded for any of the items discussed.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold a meeting to approve minutes and process routine personnel actions. The main agenda items are certifying updated eligibility lists for clerical, labor, and lateral police positions, and removing names from the firefighter entry eligibility list. This is a procedural session without any proposed ordinances or financial decisions.

• Certify updated Clerical Eligibility List
• Certify updated Labor Eligibility List
• Certify updated Lateral Police Eligibility List
• Remove names from Firefighter Entry Eligibility List
• Approve minutes of March 3, 2025 meeting

The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting. It certified an updated clerical eligibility list (31 added, 5 removed) and an updated laborer eligibility list (2 added, 2 removed). The commission also voted to remove names from the police lateral eligibility list and to remove a name from the entry firefighter eligibility list, leaving 22 firefighter names still active.

• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Certified updated clerical eligibility list (31 added, 5 removed) – approved unanimously (3-0)
• Certified updated laborer eligibility list (2 added, 2 removed) – approved unanimously (3-0)
• Removed names from police lateral eligibility list – approved unanimously (3-0)
• Removed name from entry firefighter eligibility list – approved unanimously (3-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hear and vote on 13 variance requests at its April 2, 2025, regular meeting. Applicants seek relief from city code requirements for items such as accessory buildings without primary dwellings, fence height and opacity, rear yard setbacks for new homes, and sign sizes. Each agenda item includes a motion to approve the requested variance.

• David Gormley: accessory building to remain with no primary dwelling at 3140 Moon Road (variance from C.O. 1262.08(a))
• Gabriel Bruno: three new single-family homes on Ravinia Lane with rear yard setback variances of 4 ft, 11 ft, and 12 ft
• Drees Homes: two variances for new homes on Woodstone Lane (7 ft within drainage easement; 21.68 ft rear yard setback)
• Hunter Gaddis: fence height variance (2 ft) and opacity variance (0% vs required 70%) at 1500 Peach Drive
• Steve Egger: shed size variance of 164 sq ft (proposing 504 sq ft vs code 340 sq ft) at 2640 Covington Place

The Avon Board of Zoning & Building Appeals unanimously approved all variance requests presented, including accessory building, shed, fence, and setback variances. Each motion received an “AYES” vote from all members present. No objections were recorded.

• Approved accessory building variance for 3140 Moon Road (David Gormley) – AYES all
• Approved 92 sq ft shed variance for 2640 Covington Place (Steve Egger) – AYES all
• Approved fence in storm sewer easement for 2425 Deerfield Drive (John Nash) – AYES all
• Approved 2‑ft height and opacity fence variances for 1500 Peach Drive (Taylor Pitchford) – AYES all
• Approved 4‑ft rear‑yard setback variance for 4267 St. Francis Ct (Thomas Sheridan) – AYES all
• Approved 5‑ft rear‑yard setback variance for 36214 Eagle Creek (Paul and Linda Hammond) – AYES all
• Approved 2‑ft rear‑yard setback variance for 36262 Ravinia Lane (George Douzos) – AYES all
• Approved 7‑ft side‑load garage easement variance for 3100 Woodstone Lane (Drees Homes) – AYES all

Committees of Council

The Service Committee will discuss the proposed 2025 Sidewalk Program during the Committees of Council meeting. This is a discussion-only item; no votes or decisions are scheduled. The agenda provides no further details on cost or specific locations.

• Discussion of the proposed 2025 Sidewalk Program

The committee reviewed recommendations for the 2025 sidewalk program, noting two sites to be included and postponing others pending timing and funding. Mayor Jensen confirmed the city will submit an Ohio Public Works Commission grant application in early September. Members agreed to study storm‑sewer costs for Stoney Ridge Road and to bring cost estimates to Council in a future work session.

• Mayor Jensen confirmed city will submit OPWC grant application by early September
• Committee recommended excluding Stoney Ridge Road east side from the 2025 sidewalk program pending further study
• Committee suggested a joint Service/Finance meeting to develop a storm‑sewer cost study
• Council staff will prepare an appropriation amendment with cost estimates for review

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The City Council will discuss rezoning land on Nagel Road from residential to business use. The body is also deciding on subdivision agreements and improvements for Stoney Acres and infrastructure projects.

• Ordinance No. 18-25: Rezoning 17.7 acres on Nagel Road between Middleton & Detroit Roads from R-1 to C-4 General Business District
• Ordinance No. 20-25: Amendment to final plat and subdivider's agreement for Stoney Acres Subdivision with Route 83 Properties, LLC
• Ordinance No. 21-25: Acceptance of improvements in Stoney Acres Subdivision
• Resolution No. R-11-25: Advertising for bids for the Shakespeare Lane water main replacement
• Resolution No. R-12-25: Reimbursement of Street Improvement Fund for Chester Road Widening Phase II Project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a Special Use Permit, Final Development Plan, and lot split for a proposed Dunkin Donuts with a drive-thru at 1200 Center Road. The commission will make a recommendation to City Council on the permit and decide on the development plan and parcel split.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit to allow a drive-thru at Dunkin Donuts, 1200 Center Road
• Final Development Plan for a 1,682 sq. ft donut and coffee shop at 1200 Center Road (PL20250004)
• Lot split of 2.2483 acres into two parcels: 1.2351 acres (Parcel A) and 1.0132 acres (Parcel B) (PL20250005)
• Positive recommendation to City Council for Special Use Permit (PL20250006)

The commission approved the February 19 meeting minutes (4 AYES). It then moved to suspend the rules, which passed unanimously. The commission approved the Final Development Plan for the Dunkin Donuts at 1200 Center Road, contingent on final engineering and legal approval (AYES all). It also approved a recommendation to City Council for a Special Use Permit for the drive‑thru, with no vote tally recorded.

• Approved February 19 meeting minutes (4 AYES)
• Suspended the rules (AYES all)
• Approved Final Development Plan for 1200 Center Road, contingent on engineering and legal approval (AYES all)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for Special Use Permit for drive‑thru (vote not recorded)
• Noted applicant may need to return to commission if order‑station or stacking issues arise

City Council - Work Sessions

Avon City Council is meeting to discuss the potential acquisition of the Village School from the local school district. The body will also review rezoning requests and infrastructure improvements.

• Discussion of acquiring the Village School located at 36600 Detroit Road
• Ordinance No. 18-25: Rezoning 17.7 acres on Nagel Road from R-1 Single Family Residential to C-4 General Business
• Resolution No. R-11-25: Advertising for bids for the Shakespeare Lane water main replacement
• Resolution No. R-12-25: Reimbursement for the Chester Road Widening Phase II project
• Ordinance No. 20-25: Amendment to the final plat and subdivider's agreement for Stoney Acres Subdivision

The work session was informational only, with no formal votes or decisions. Council heard a detailed update from Neighborhood Alliance on services funded by the city, discussed the potential acquisition of the Village School, and reviewed several upcoming ordinances and resolutions. No action was taken on any item.

• No formal decisions made; all items were discussion only
• Heard Neighborhood Alliance update on programs and Avon usage
• Discussed potential acquisition of Village School at 36600 Detroit Road
• Reviewed rezoning request for 17.7 acres on Nagel Road (negative Planning Commission recommendation)
• Discussed amendments to Stoney Acres subdivision final plat and acceptance of improvements
• Discussed resolution to advertise for bids for Shakespeare Lane water main replacement
• Discussed resolution for Chester Road widening reimbursement
• Entered executive session for real estate purchase and pending litigation (7-0)

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission will review a draft of the text for an Ohio Historical Marker at Avon Cemetery, update on Ordinance No. 77-20, and set a timeline for submission. The commission also considers landmark nominations, letters of recognition, and Wreaths Across America at the cemetery. Approval of February 2025 meeting minutes is on the agenda.

• Review of draft marker text for Avon Cemetery Ohio Historical Marker
• Update on Ordinance No. 77-20
• Estimated marker application submission by April 10, 2025; deadline May 1, 2025
• Landmark nominations and letters of recognition
• Wreaths Across America at Avon Cemetery

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission voted 4-0 to approve the marker text and application to the Ohio History Connection for the Avon Cemetery. The marker will highlight the cemetery's geological significance as a glacial sand dune and honor veterans buried there. The commission also discussed a potential bronze marker for veterans and plans to consult Mayor Jensen about naming the cemetery 'Avon Center Cemetery'.

• Approved marker text and application for Avon Cemetery Ohio Historical Marker (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 12, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Discussed potential bronze marker for 23 veterans buried at Avon Cemetery (no formal vote)
• Agreed to ask Mayor Jensen about using 'Avon Center Cemetery' as marker title

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will discuss logistics for hosting a Tree City USA event in May 2025. The body will also review a Lorain County Public Health grant and an upcoming urban forestry conference.

• Lorain County Public Health grant
• Urban Forestry Conference at Tri-C East on April 2, 2025
• Tree City USA event planning including menu, location, and sponsors

The Avon Tree Commission received a Lorain County Public Health grant of $8,243 to install bike racks at Heritage Square Gazebo, Traxler Family Arboretum, and Eagle Point Park, plus a bike repair station at the Avon Aquatic Center. The Commission approved combining the East Central Ohio Awards Ceremony with the Tree City USA event on May 15, 2025, at Tom's Country Place. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other formal votes taken.

• Approved minutes of February 12, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Agreed to combine East Central Ohio Awards Ceremony with Tree City USA event on May 15, 2025 (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

Avon City Council will hold public hearings on an agricultural district renewal and a zoning code amendment for restaurants without indoor seating. The main agenda includes first reading of a rezoning for 17.7 acres on Nagel Road from R-1 to C-4, adoption of ordinances for a Metro Parks trailhead and a storm sewer easement, and resolutions supporting state capital improvements and street resurfacing debt reimbursement. A mayoral appointment to the Planning Commission also requires council concurrence.

• Rezoning 17.7 acres on west side of Nagel Road between Middleton & Detroit roads from R-1 Single-Family Residential to C-4 General Business (first reading, public hearing April 14)
• Adoption of Ordinance 10-25 to allow restaurants with no indoor seating in C-3 and C-4 zones south of I-90 (third reading)
• Special use permit for Lorain County Metro Parks to build a trailhead and parking lot at 4488 Jaycox Road (Upper French Creek Wetlands)
• Resolution R-8-25 authorizing reimbursement of street improvement fund for Just Imagine Drive pavement resurfacing using tax-exempt debt
• Mayoral appointment of Corey Barnes to fill unexpired Planning Commission term ending December 31, 2025

Avon City Council denied Ordinance 10-25, which would have allowed restaurants with no indoor seating in C-3 and C-4 zoning districts south of I-90, following a negative recommendation from the Planning Commission. Council approved a special use permit for Lorain County Metro Parks to build a trailhead and parking lot at the Upper French Creek Wetlands, and approved several other ordinances and resolutions. Corey Barnes was appointed to the Planning Commission.

• Denied Ordinance 10-25 to allow no-seating restaurants in C-3/C-4 districts (0-7)
• Approved Ordinance 17-25 special use permit for Metro Parks trailhead at 4488 Jaycox Rd (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 19-25 accepting storm sewer easement at 3198 Stone Wheel Run (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-8-25 for Just Imagine Drive pavement resurfacing reimbursement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-9-25 agricultural district renewal for Kenneth M. Urig, Jr. (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-10-25 supporting State Issue 2 on May 6 ballot (7-0)
• Concurred with Mayor's appointment of Corey Barnes to Planning Commission (7-0)
• Approved minutes from Feb 17, Feb 24 work sessions and Feb 24 regular meeting (7-0)

Committees of Council

The Service Committee will discuss the proposed 2025 sidewalk program and receive an update on the 2024 sidewalk program. This is a discussion item only; no votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of proposed 2025 sidewalk program
• Update on 2024 sidewalk program completion status

The Service Committee reviewed the 2024 Sidewalk Improvement Program, noting about 4,000 of 21,000 feet of sidewalk were installed, with the rest planned for 2025. They discussed pushing property owners on Colorado Avenue to complete outstanding sidewalks, including a deadline of June 1, 2025. The committee also reviewed potential 2025 sidewalk locations, but no formal decisions or votes were taken.

• Reviewed 2024 Sidewalk Program: ~4,000 of 21,000 feet installed; remainder to be completed in 2025
• Discussed enforcing June 1, 2025 deadline for outstanding 2024 sidewalks
• Agreed to push property owner at 37475 Colorado Avenue to install sidewalk
• Discussed potential 2025 sidewalk locations including Center Road, Stoney Ridge Road, Long Road, Riegelsberger Road, Mills Road, Jaycox Road, and Nagel Road
• No formal votes or resolutions adopted

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a regular meeting to vote on four variance requests from homeowners. The requests involve a front yard setback for a covered deck, a rear yard setback for a home addition, an accessory structure size variance, and a sidewalk requirement waiver with a time extension for a new home. All items have motions to approve as listed.

• James and Lisa Camp, 3323 Barrington Drive: request 2 ft. front yard setback variance (code requires 50 ft., proposing 48 ft.)
• Alexis Lenney, 33715 Schwartz Road: request 5 ft. rear yard setback variance (code requires 50 ft., proposing 45 ft.)
• William and Valerie Clark, 4642 St. Joseph Way: request 160 sq. ft. accessory structure size variance (code allows 192 sq. ft., proposing 352 sq. ft.)
• Randall and Donna Fratianne, 37942 French Creek: request no sidewalk installation and 6-month time extension (original variance granted August 7, 2024)

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved all four variance requests on the agenda. Three were approved unanimously, while the Clark accessory structure variance was approved 4-1 after the applicant agreed to reduce the structure size from 352 sq. ft. to 308 sq. ft. The board also approved a 6-month construction extension for the Fratianne property.

• Approved 2 ft. front yard setback variance for Camp, 3323 Barrington Drive (unanimous)
• Approved 5 ft. rear yard setback variance for Lenney, 33715 Schwartz Road (unanimous)
• Approved 140 sq. ft. variance for Clark accessory structure, reduced to 308 sq. ft. total (4-1)
• Approved no sidewalk installation for Fratianne, 37942 French Creek Road (unanimous)
• Approved 6-month construction extension for Fratianne (unanimous)
• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council - Work Sessions

The Avon City Council work session will review ordinances and resolutions including a rezoning of 17.7 acres on Nagel Road from R-1 Single-Family Residential to C-4 General Business, a zoning code amendment to allow restaurants with no indoor seating in certain districts south of I-90, and a special use permit for a trailhead at 4488 Jaycox Road. Also on the agenda are resolutions on street resurfacing funding and support for a state ballot issue. Public hearings and readings are scheduled for subsequent meetings.

• Rezoning 17.7 acres on Nagel Road from R-1 to C-4 General Business (Ordinance 18-25)
• Ordinance amending zoning code to allow restaurants with no indoor seating in C-3 and C-4 districts south of I-90 (Ordinance 10-25)
• Special use permit for Lorain County Metro Parks to build trailhead and parking lot at 4488 Jaycox Road (Ordinance 17-25)
• Resolution authorizing reimbursement for Just Imagine Drive pavement resurfacing with tax-exempt debt (R-8-25)
• Resolution supporting renewal of State Capital Improvement Program (Issue 2) on May 6, 2025 ballot (R-10-25)

The Avon City Council held a work session to discuss several upcoming ordinances and resolutions, including a zoning amendment for restaurants without indoor seating, a special use permit for Lorain County Metro Parks, a rezoning request, and resolutions related to state funding and agricultural districts. No final votes were taken; all items are scheduled for formal readings and public hearings in the coming weeks. The council also entered executive session to discuss real estate purchase and pending litigation.

• Scheduled public hearing and third reading for Ordinance 10-25 (restaurants without indoor seating) for March 10, 2025
• Discussed Ordinance 17-25 (special use permit for Metro Parks trailhead) with positive Planning Commission recommendation
• Discussed Ordinance 18-25 (rezoning 17.7 acres on Nagel Road) with negative Planning Commission recommendation
• Discussed Ordinance 19-25 (storm sewer easement modification at 3198 Stone Wheel Run)
• Discussed Resolution R-8-25 (reimbursement for Just Imagine Drive resurfacing)
• Discussed Resolution R-9-25 (agricultural district renewal for Kenneth M. Urig Jr.)
• Discussed Resolution R-10-25 (support for State Issue 2 renewal)
• Entered executive session to discuss real estate purchase and pending litigation (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold a brief meeting to approve the minutes from its February 10, 2025 meeting. No other items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. An update was provided on the Police Sergeant Exam, with phase 1 scheduled for March 15, 2025, and the top 10 candidates advancing to phase 2. The eligibility list is expected to be certified at the May meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of February 10, 2025 meeting (2-0)
• Scheduled Police Sergeant Exam phase 1 for March 15, 2025
• Set next meeting for April 7, 2025

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

Avon City Council will discuss a new memorandum of understanding with Republic Services regarding resident waste collection rates and billing errors. The body is also considering the termination of three police and fire equipment levies if a proposed income tax increase passes in May 2025.

• Discussion with Republic Services regarding curbside collection rates and billing errors
• Resolution R-7-25 to terminate 2.0 mills police operating, .50 mills police equipment, and .50 mills fire equipment levies if Issue No. 3 passes
• Ordinance 14-25 to add a 13,000 sq. ft. gymnasium/classroom to Providence Church at 35295 Detroit Road
• Ordinance 15-25 to award a bid for the Schwartz Road West resurfacing project
• Ordinance 6-25 regarding minimum yard requirements for accessory structures

Avon City Council held public hearings and adopted several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions included approving the Schwartz Road West resurfacing project, amending a special use permit for Providence Church to add a 13,000 sq. ft. gymnasium/classroom, and committing to terminate certain police and fire levies if the income tax increase passes on May 6, 2025. Council also discussed a new Memorandum of Understanding with Republic Services for curbside collection rates and billing errors, but no agreement was reached. All votes were 7-0.

• Adopted Ordinance 6-25 amending minimum yard requirements for accessory structures (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 13-25 accepting improvements in Fieldstone Landing Subdivision No. 2 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 14-25 amending special use permit for Providence Church for 13,000 sq. ft. gymnasium/classroom addition (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 15-25 awarding bid for Schwartz Road West Resurfacing Project (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 16-25 amending appropriations, including $175,000 for Baseball Stadium Lease Fund repairs (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-6-25 approving with modification agricultural district renewal application for Hricovec properties (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-7-25 committing to terminate police/fire levies if income tax increase passes May 6, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from February 3, 10, and 17 meetings (7-0)

Committees of Council

The Finance Committee will hold a discussion on a potential income tax ballot issue. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely for deliberation.

• Discussion of income tax ballot issue

The Finance Committee discussed Issue 3, a proposed 0.20% income tax increase for the May 6, 2025 ballot, to fund police and fire operations and replace three existing property tax levies. No formal vote was taken; the committee heard presentations from the mayor, finance director, and police and fire chiefs on rising costs and staffing needs. The committee also reviewed a tax calculator to help residents estimate their costs and savings.

• Discussed Issue 3, a 0.20% income tax increase for police and fire funding (no vote)
• Reviewed rising equipment costs: EKG monitors up 130%, ambulances up 40%, fire engines ~$1.2M
• Noted police calls for service increased 33% from 2021 to 2024
• Discussed terminating three existing levies if Issue 3 passes (Resolution R-7-25)
• Agreed to explore posting an interactive tax calculator on the city website

Planning Commission

The Avon Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a sanitary sewer extension, a special use permit for Lorain County Metroparks to build a trailhead and parking lot, and a request to rezone 17.7 acres from single-family residential to general business. The commission will also consider a final development plan for a new jewelry store and discuss a proposed tree disturbance fee for residential and commercial sites.

• Sanitary sewer extension at 3100 Jaycox Road for Bryan Kristy
• Special use permit for Lorain County Metroparks to construct trailhead and parking lot at 4488 Jaycox Road
• Avon Nagel LLC rezoning of 17.7 acres (7 lots) from R1 to C4, to be placed on November 2025 ballot
• Final development plan for Peter & Co. Jewelers' 5,482 sq. ft. two-story store at 33199 Just Imagine Drive
• Discussion of code amendment for a tree disturbance fee for tree removal on residential and commercial sites

The Avon Planning Commission voted 0-4 to deny a positive recommendation for the rezoning of 17.7 acres on Nagel Road from R1-Single Family Residential to C4-General Business District. The request, which had previously failed on the November 2024 ballot, will not be forwarded to City Council for the November 2025 ballot. The commission also approved positive recommendations for a Lorain County Metroparks trailhead and parking lot, a stormwater easement relocation, and a new jewelry store.

• Denied positive recommendation for Nagel Road C4 rezoning (0-4)
• Approved positive recommendation for Metroparks trailhead and parking lot at 4488 Jaycox Road (all ayes)
• Approved positive recommendation for stormwater easement at 3198 Stone Wheel Run Street (all ayes)
• Approved final development plan for 5,482 sq. ft. jewelry store at 33199 Just Imagine Drive (all ayes)
• Deleted sanitary sewer extension item at applicant's request (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of January 15, 2025 meeting (3-0, 1 abstention)

City Council - Work Sessions

This work session includes discussion of a resolution to terminate three police and fire levies effective Jan 1, 2026, contingent on passage of a 0.20% income tax increase for police/fire funding on May 5, 2025 (Issue No. 3). Also on the agenda are zoning amendments for accessory structures and restaurants with no indoor seating, a tentative labor agreement with Teamsters Local 52 for building inspectors, bids for road resurfacing, and property matters.

• Resolution R-7-25: terminating 2.0 mill police operating levy, 0.50 mill police equipment levy, and 0.50 mill fire equipment levy if income tax increase passes
• Ordinance 10-25: allowing restaurants with no indoor seating in C-3 and C-4 districts south of I-90
• Ordinance 12-25: accepting tentative agreement with Teamsters Local 52 (building inspectors) — discussed in executive session
• Ordinance 14-25: amending special use permit for Providence Church for a 13,000 sq ft gymnasium/classroom addition at 35295 Detroit Road
• Ordinance 15-25: awarding bid for Schwartz Road West resurfacing project

The Avon City Council held a work session on February 17, 2025, discussing several ordinances and resolutions. No formal votes were taken, but the council reviewed a resolution to terminate three property tax levies (police operating, police equipment, fire equipment) if the proposed 0.20% income tax increase passes on May 6, 2025. They also discussed ordinances related to accessory structure yard requirements, restaurant zoning, a tentative labor agreement, subdivision improvements, a church expansion, a road resurfacing bid, supplemental appropriations, and an agricultural district renewal. The meeting included an executive session on collective bargaining and real estate purchase.

• Discussed Resolution R-7-25 to terminate three property tax levies if income tax increase passes (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 6-25 amending accessory structure yard requirements (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 10-25 to allow no-seating restaurants in C-3/C-4 districts south of I-90 (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 12-25 accepting tentative agreement with Teamsters Local 52 (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 13-25 accepting improvements in Fieldstone Landing Subdivision No. 2 (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 14-25 amending special use permit for Providence Church expansion (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 15-25 awarding Schwartz Road West resurfacing bid to Specialized Construction (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 16-25 supplemental appropriations totaling $1,535,000 (no vote)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a tentative agreement between the City of Avon and Teamsters, Local 52. This agreement concerns building inspectors and is associated with SERB case number 2024-MED-11-1340.

• Ordinance No. 12-25: Tentative agreement with Teamsters, Local 52 (Building Inspectors)

At a special meeting on February 17, 2025, Avon City Council voted unanimously (7-0) to suspend rules and adopt Ordinance No. 12-25, accepting the tentative agreement with Teamsters Local 52 (Building Inspectors) in SERB Case No. 2024-MED-11-1340. The ordinance was declared an emergency. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Suspended rules to act on Ordinance No. 12-25 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 12-25 accepting tentative Teamsters Local 52 agreement (7-0)

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission will vote on an application to remove 4488 Jaycox Road from the list of registered historic landmarks, owned by Lorain County Metroparks. The agenda also includes discussions on landmark nominations, letters of recognition, Wreaths Across America, and an Ohio Historical Marker application for Avon Cemetery.

• Application to remove 4488 Jaycox Road from registered historic landmarks (Owner: Lorain County Metroparks)
• Landmark nominations (no specifics provided)
• Ohio Historical Marker application for Avon Cemetery
• Wreaths Across America discussion

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission voted 4-0 to approve the application to remove 4488 Jaycox Road from the List of Registered Historic Landmarks. The commission also discussed plans for a Wreaths Across America ceremony at Avon Cemetery and the ongoing Ohio Historical Marker application for the cemetery, noting a discrepancy in parcel numbers that needs resolution before submission.

• Approved removal of 4488 Jaycox Road from historic landmarks list (4-0)
• Approved minutes of January 8, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 p.m. (4-0)

Tree Commission

The Avon Tree Commission will consider approval of minutes from December 2024 and January 2025 meetings. The main discussion is an update on planning for the city's hosting of the Tree City USA event in May 2025, including invitation deadlines, speaker confirmations, and assignment of checklist tasks.

• Update on hosting Tree City USA event in May 2025, with invitation deadlines and speaker procurement
• Review of event checklist and task assignments for commission members
• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2024 special meeting
• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2025 regular meeting

The Avon Tree Commission met to plan the May 2025 Tree City USA event, confirming speakers, sponsors, and logistics. They agreed to order 300 giveaway bags at $2.83 each ($848.50 total) and discussed other giveaways, but no final decision was made on those items. The meeting was procedural, with no formal votes on substantive matters beyond approving minutes and adjourning.

• Approved minutes of Dec 16, 2024 and Jan 8, 2025 (7-0)
• Consensus to order 300 giveaway bags at $2.83 each ($848.50)
• Confirmed speakers: Jim Chatfield (OSU) and Willoway Nurseries representative
• Set RSVP deadline for event as April 22, 2025
• Adjourned meeting at 3:25 p.m. (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from its January 6, 2025 meeting. No other business is scheduled on this agenda.

• Approve minutes of January 6, 2025 meeting

The Civil Service Commission approved the January 6, 2025 minutes and received an update on the police sergeant promotional exam. The exam's phase one is set for March 15, 2025, with the top 10 candidates advancing to phase two. No formal decisions were made regarding the exam or other matters.

• Approved minutes of January 6, 2025 meeting (2-0)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

City Council will vote on the sale of municipal property and the adoption of a county safety action plan. The body is also reviewing zoning amendments for restaurants and accessory structures, as well as a land designation renewal.

• Ordinance No. 9-25: Sale of approximately 8.9550 acres (Parcel 04-00-004-103-030) to Ash Innovations, LLC
• Resolution No. R-4-25: Adoption of Vision Zero and the Lorain County Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Ordinance No. 10-25: Proposed amendment to allow restaurants with no indoor seating in C-3 and C-4 districts south of I-90
• Resolution No. R-5-25: Renewal of agricultural district designation for 21.5 acres at 4431 Stoney Ridge Road
• Ordinance No. 6-25: Amendment to minimum yard requirements for accessory structures

Avon City Council approved the sale of approximately 8.955 acres of municipal property (Block E) to Ash Innovations, LLC, authorizing the mayor to enter into a real estate purchase agreement. The council also adopted resolutions adopting Vision Zero and the Lorain County Comprehensive Safety Action Plan, and approved a modified agricultural district renewal for 21.5 acres at 4431 Stoney Ridge Road. Several other ordinances were introduced or adopted, including a code update and a seasonal pool supervisor compensation amendment.

• Approved real estate purchase agreement with Ash Innovations, LLC for 8.955 acres (7-0)
• Adopted Vision Zero and Lorain County Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (7-0)
• Approved agricultural district renewal for 21.5 acres at 4431 Stoney Ridge Road (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 8-25 updating codified ordinances (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 11-25 amending seasonal pool supervisor compensation (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Finance Committee, Work Session, and Regular Meeting (7-0 each)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 10-25 to allow no-seating restaurants in C-3/C-4 zones
• Held second reading of Ordinance 6-25 on accessory structure yard requirements

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hear and vote on three variance requests. Gerald and Barbara Schill seek a 4-foot side yard setback variance for a garage addition at 37107 Hunters Trail. Kevin Urig requests a 2,464.8 sq. ft. variance for a barn at 4305 Stoney Ridge Road. Randall Porras requests a 34 sq. ft. variance for a shed at 39464 Shoreman Drive.

• Variance request by Gerald and Barbara Schill: 4 ft. side yard setback (code requires 12 ft.) for garage addition at 37107 Hunters Trail
• Variance request by Kevin Urig: 2,464.8 sq. ft. variance for barn (code allows 2% of lot) at 4305 Stoney Ridge Road
• Variance request by Randall Porras: 34 sq. ft. variance for shed (code allows 2% of lot) at 39464 Shoreman Drive
• Approval of minutes from January 2, 2025 meeting
• Motion to approve amended agenda

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved all three variance requests on the agenda. A 4-foot side yard setback variance was granted for a garage addition at 37107 Hunters Trail. A 2407 sq. ft. variance was approved for a barn at 4305 Stoney Ridge Road, with one abstention. A 34 sq. ft. variance was approved for a shed at 39464 Shoreman Drive.

• Approved 4 ft. side yard setback variance for garage addition at 37107 Hunters Trail (all yes)
• Approved 2407 sq. ft. variance for barn at 4305 Stoney Ridge Road (4 yes, 1 abstention)
• Approved 34 sq. ft. variance for shed at 39464 Shoreman Drive (all yes)
• Approved minutes of January 2, 2025 meeting (all yes)

City Council - Work Sessions

The Avon City Council will hold a work session to discuss several proposed ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a real estate sale of approximately 8.955 acres to ASH Innovations, amendments to zoning codes for accessory structures and restaurants, adoption of a Vision Zero safety plan, and a renewal of agricultural district designation. Public hearings are scheduled for later dates.

• Ordinance No. 9-25: Authorize sale of 8.955-acre municipal parcel (Block E, Parcel No. 04-00-004-103-030) to ASH Innovations, LLC
• Ordinance No. 6-25: Amend minimum yard requirements for accessory structures
• Ordinance No. 10-25: Allow restaurants with no indoor seating in C-3 and C-4 zoning districts south of I-90
• Resolution No. R-4-25: Adopt Vision Zero and the Lorain County Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Resolution No. R-5-25: Renew agricultural district designation for 21.5 acres at 4431 Stoney Ridge Road

The work session was informational; no formal votes were taken. Council discussed Ordinance 6-25 on accessory structure yard requirements, Ordinance 8-25 on codified ordinances update, Ordinance 9-25 to authorize sale of municipal property to Ash Innovations LLC for a proposed Bergamot health and wellness facility, Ordinance 10-25 to allow no-seating restaurants south of I-90 (negative referral, likely to be tabled), Ordinance 11-25 on pool supervisor pay, and resolutions on Vision Zero and an agricultural district renewal. Council entered executive session to discuss real estate and a public employee appointment.

• Heard presentation from Ash Innovations LLC on Bergamot facility (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 6-25 on accessory structure yard requirements (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 8-25 on codified ordinances update (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 9-25 to sell 8.955 acres to Ash Innovations (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 10-25 on no-seating restaurants south of I-90; negative referral, likely tabled (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 11-25 on pool supervisor pay (no vote)
• Discussed Resolution R-4-25 on Vision Zero and safety action plan (no vote)
• Discussed Resolution R-5-25 on agricultural district renewal for Hricovec property (no vote)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

Avon City Council will vote on several items, including a resolution to place a municipal income tax increase from 1.75% to 1.95% on the ballot for police and fire funding, and an ordinance authorizing a school resource officer agreement with Holy Trinity Catholic Parish. They will also consider ordinances on accessory structure yard requirements and a special use permit amendment for outdoor seating at a restaurant.

• Resolution R-02-25: submit income tax increase from 1.75% to 1.95% to voters for police/fire capital and operating costs
• Ordinance 7-25: authorize Mayor to sign MOU with Holy Trinity Catholic Parish for school resource officer services
• Ordinance 6-25: amend minimum yard requirements for accessory structures (first reading, public hearing Feb 24)
• Ordinance 5-25: amend special use permit for DeVille Developments to allow outdoor seating for Honeygrow Restaurant at 1485 Nagel Road, Unit #300
• Approval of minutes from four prior meetings

Council adopted Resolution R-02-25, placing a question on the ballot to increase the city's municipal income tax rate from 1.75% to 1.95% to fund police and fire departments, and to increase the credit for taxes paid to other municipalities from 1.50% to 1.70%. Council also approved an amendment to a special use permit for outdoor seating at Honeygrow Restaurant and a memorandum of understanding for a school resource officer at Holy Trinity Catholic Parish. A first reading was held for an ordinance amending minimum yard requirements for accessory structures.

• Adopted Resolution R-02-25 to place income tax increase from 1.75% to 1.95% on ballot (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5-25 amending special use permit for outdoor seating at Honeygrow Restaurant, 1485 Nagel Road (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7-25 authorizing MOU with Holy Trinity Catholic Parish for school resource officer (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 6 work session, Jan 6 special meeting, Jan 13 regular meeting, and Jan 21 special meeting (7-0 each)
• First reading held for Ordinance 6-25 amending minimum yard requirements for accessory structures; public hearing set for Feb 24

City Council - Work Sessions

This work session will address several ordinances and a resolution. Council will consider amending a special use permit to allow outdoor seating for Honeygrow Restaurant at 1485 Nagel Road. They will also discuss amending minimum yard requirements for accessory structures. A resolution proposes submitting a municipal income tax rate increase from 1.75% to 1.95% to voters for police and fire funding, with a corresponding increase in the credit for taxes paid to other municipalities. Additionally, a memorandum of understanding with Holy Trinity Catholic Parish for a school resource officer will be discussed.

• Ordinance No. 5-25: amend special use permit for outdoor seating at Honeygrow Restaurant, 1485 Nagel Road
• Ordinance No. 6-25: amend minimum yard requirements for accessory structures
• Resolution R-02-25: propose income tax increase from 1.75% to 1.95% for police and fire capital/operating expenses, with tax credit adjustment
• Ordinance No. 7-25: MOU with Holy Trinity Catholic Parish for school resource officer services

The work session was informational; no formal votes were taken. Council reviewed a proposed MOU to place a School Resource Officer at Holy Trinity Catholic Parish, discussed amending accessory structure yard requirements, and heard details on a ballot issue to raise the income tax from 1.75% to 1.95% for police and fire funding. The income tax resolution was to be addressed at a special meeting immediately following the session.

• No formal decisions made; all items were for discussion only
• Reviewed Ordinance 5-25 for outdoor seating at Honeygrow (no vote)
• Discussed Ordinance 6-25 to amend accessory structure yard requirements (no vote)
• Discussed MOU with Holy Trinity for SRO services (no vote)
• Heard presentation on income tax increase ballot issue (no vote)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

Avon City Council holds a special meeting to discuss a resolution that would ask voters to increase the municipal income tax rate from 1.75% to 1.95% to fund police and fire departments, and to raise the credit for taxes paid to other municipalities from 1.50% to 1.70%. The resolution is at its second reading, so no final vote occurs. Council also considers three mayoral reappointments to boards and commissions.

• Resolution R-02-25 proposes a ballot question to increase the city income tax rate from 1.75% to 1.95% for police and fire capital and operating expenses
• If approved, the credit for income taxes paid to other municipalities would rise from 1.50% to 1.70%
• Reappointment of Michael Bulger to the Board of Zoning and Building Appeals for a five-year term (2025-2029), requiring two-thirds council concurrence
• Reappointment of Alex Boccabella to the Tree Commission for a five-year term (2025-2029), not requiring council approval
• Reappointment of Cynthia Murnyack-Czarnecki to the Landmarks Preservation Commission as Garden Club representative for a four-year term (2025-2028), requiring majority council concurrence

Council unanimously approved Mayor Jensen's reappointments of Michael Bulger to the Board of Zoning and Building Appeals (5-year term) and Cynthia Murnyack-Czarnecki to the Landmarks Preservation Commission (4-year term). The reappointment of Alex Boccabella to the Tree Commission was announced but did not require Council concurrence. Council also held the second reading of Resolution R-02-25, which would place a municipal income tax increase from 1.75% to 1.95% on the ballot for police and fire funding.

• Approved Michael Bulger's reappointment to Board of Zoning and Building Appeals, 5-year term (6-0)
• Approved Cynthia Murnyack-Czarnecki's reappointment to Landmarks Preservation Commission, 4-year term (6-0)
• Noted Alex Boccabella's reappointment to Tree Commission (no Council vote required)
• Held second reading of Resolution R-02-25 on income tax increase ballot measure

Committees of Council

The Finance Committee will hold a discussion on a potential income tax ballot issue during this meeting. No decisions are being made; the item is listed for discussion only.

• Discussion of the Income Tax Ballot Issue

The Finance Committee discussed a proposal to replace three existing police and fire property tax levies with a 0.20% income tax increase, which would generate an estimated $3,148,000 in its first year. The proposal aims to provide a more stable and growing revenue source for police and fire operations, including funding for a second fire station's operations. No formal action was taken; the discussion was informational to prepare for a potential May 2025 ballot issue.

• Discussed replacing three police/fire levies with 0.2% income tax increase (no vote)
• Noted income tax increase would generate $3,148,000 annually (discussion)
• Proposed removing three property tax levies if income tax passes (discussion)
• Considered placing income tax issue on May 2025 ballot (discussion)

Planning Commission

The Avon Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a special use permit amendment for Honeygrow Restaurant to add outdoor seating at 1485 Nagel Road and a city code amendment for accessory structure yard requirements. They will also decide on a proposed code amendment from 7 Brew Coffee to allow a restaurant with no indoor seating in the C-4 zoning district south of I-90, and a lot split request from Lake Forest Development north of Schwartz Road. Recommendations to City Council will be made on the Honeygrow and 7 Brew items.

• Honeygrow Restaurant at 1485 Nagel Road: request for positive recommendation to City Council to amend Special Use Permit to include outdoor seating
• 7 Brew Coffee: request for positive recommendation to City Council to amend Zoning Code to allow a restaurant with no indoor seating in C-4 District south of I-90
• Lake Forest Development lot split: approval of 6 lot splits to create parcels M-R north of Schwartz Road along Westlake Corporate Line
• City of Avon code amendment: amending Zoning Ordinance 1262.08(c) Minimum Yard Requirements for Accessory Structures

The Avon Planning Commission approved a 6-lot split for Lake Forest Development contingent on deed review, recommended approval of outdoor seating for Honeygrow Restaurant, and recommended a zoning code amendment for accessory structure yard requirements. A request to amend zoning for 7 Brew Coffee failed unanimously.

• Approved 6 lot splits for Lake Forest Development (all ayes)
• Approved positive recommendation for Honeygrow outdoor seating (all ayes)
• Approved positive recommendation for zoning code amendment 1262.08(c) (all ayes)
• Denied 7 Brew Coffee code amendment (0-4)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

City Council will hold a first reading on a resolution to increase the municipal income tax rate from 1.75% to 1.95% to fund police and fire departments, and to raise the resident tax credit from 1.50% to 1.70%. The council will also vote on adopting a rezoning of 13.28 acres between Avon and Middleton Roads from single-family to multi-family residential, and on extending a moratorium on new hotels and motels. Additional items include amendments to the master plan and support for a challenge to AT&T's tariff application.

• Rezoning 13.2836 acres between Avon Road and Middleton Road (Parcel No. 10-04-00-027-101-204) from R-1 single-family to R-3 multi-family residential (third reading/adoption)
• Proposed increase of municipal income tax rate from 1.75% to 1.95% for police and fire department funding, with resident tax credit increase from 1.50% to 1.70% (first reading)
• Extension of temporary moratorium on future development or construction of hotels, motels, extended stays, and boarding houses (adoption)
• Amendment to the city's master plan via Ordinance No. 119-24 (third reading/adoption)
• Resolution R-3-25 supporting the Ohio Municipal League’s challenge to AT&T’s tariff application at the PUCO

Avon City Council adopted two ordinances: one amending the city's master plan and another rezoning a 13.28-acre parcel between Avon Road and Middleton Road from R-1 single-family to R-3 multi-family residential. Council also extended a moratorium on hotel/motel development, supported the Ohio Municipal League's challenge to an AT&T tariff, and introduced a resolution to place a municipal income tax increase on the May ballot.

• Adopted Ordinance 119-24 amending the Master Plan (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 120-24 rezoning 13.28 acres between Avon Road and Middleton Road from R-1 to R-3 multi-family (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 4-25 extending the temporary moratorium on hotel/motel development (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-3-25 supporting Ohio Municipal League's challenge to AT&T tariff (7-0)
• Introduced Resolution R-02-25 for first reading to place income tax increase from 1.75% to 1.95% on May ballot

Tree Commission

The Avon Tree Commission will consider rescheduling its February meeting to 2:30 PM, discuss hosting a Tree City USA event in May 2025, receive an update on using the Arborscope app for tree canopy evaluation, and explore a new grant opportunity. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and member comments.

• Motion to reschedule the February 12, 2025 regular meeting from 7:30 PM to 2:30 PM
• Discussion of Avon hosting the Tree City USA event in May 2025
• Update on using the Arborscope application for tree canopy evaluation
• Discussion of a new grant opportunity

The Avon Tree Commission approved minutes from December 11, 2024, and rescheduled its February 12, 2025 meeting from 7:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Members discussed hosting the Tree City USA awards event in May 2025, including a $8,813 quote from Tom's Country Place, sponsorship levels, and a tentative registration fee of $40. They also discussed using the ArborScope application for a tree canopy evaluation and a potential grant for bike racks and a bike repair station. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved minutes of December 11, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Rescheduled February 12, 2025 meeting from 7:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (6-0)

Landmark Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss landmark nominations and letters of recognition. The agenda includes an application for an Ohio Historical Marker for the Avon Cemetery.

• Avon Cemetery Ohio Historical Marker application
• Landmarks nominations
• Landmarks letters of recognition
• Wreaths Across America

The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission discussed progress on the Ohio Historical Marker application for Avon Cemetery, with a submission target of April 10, 2025, ahead of the May 1 deadline. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational, covering the application steps, required documents, and future participation in Wreaths Across America. The commission approved the December 11, 2024 minutes and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of December 11, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Discussed Avon Cemetery Ohio Historical Marker application; no formal action taken
• Discussed potential future participation in Wreaths Across America; no decision made
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will meet to elect a 2025 Chair and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will certify updated eligibility lists for clerical, labor, and lateral police positions, and remove names from police and firefighter entry lists.

• Election of 2025 Commission Chair
• Certification of updated Clerical Eligibility List
• Certification of updated Labor Eligibility List
• Removal of names from Police Entry Eligibility List
• Certification of updated Lateral Police Eligibility List

The Avon Civil Service Commission met on January 6, 2025, and approved several routine actions. They certified updated clerical and laborer eligibility lists, removed names from police and firefighter eligibility lists, and reappointed Pete Kratt as chairperson for 2025. All votes were unanimous except for the chairperson vote, which was 2-0 with Kratt abstaining.

• Approved minutes from December 2, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Reappointed Pete Kratt as 2025 Chairperson (2-0, Kratt abstained)
• Certified updated Clerical Eligibility List (3-0)
• Certified updated Laborer Eligibility List (3-0)
• Removed names from Police Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)
• Removed names from Police Lateral Eligibility List (3-0)
• Removed name from Firefighter Entrance Eligibility List (3-0)

City Council - Regular and Special Meetings

At a special meeting, Avon City Council will consider multiple ordinances including hiring the law firm Dooley, Gembala, McLaughlin & Pecora as special counsel for a taxpayer demand letter regarding OPERS payments, amending special use permits for a drive-thru at Savvy Sliders and a parking lot expansion at Avon United Methodist Church, accepting a tentative union agreement with AFSCME Ohio Council 8, and authorizing bid advertisements for the Schwartz Road West pavement resurfacing project. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Hiring special counsel for OPERS taxpayer demand letter (Ordinance 127-24)
• Amending special use permit for DeVille Developments at 33420 Just Imagine Drive to add a drive-thru for Savvy Sliders (Ordinance 1-25)
• Amending special use permit for Avon United Methodist Church at 37711 Detroit Road for new driveway and 26-space parking lot expansion (Ordinance 2-25)
• Accepting tentative agreement with AFSCME Ohio Council 8, SERB Case 2024-MED-09-0944 (Ordinance 3-25)
• Authorizing bid advertisement for Schwartz Road West pavement resurfacing (Resolution R-1-25)

At a special meeting, Avon City Council unanimously approved hiring the law firm Dooley, Gembala, McLaughlin & Pecora as special counsel regarding a December 11, 2024 taxpayer demand letter about certain OPERS payments. Council also adopted ordinances amending special use permits for a drive-thru at Savvy Sliders and a parking lot expansion at Avon United Methodist Church, accepted a tentative AFSCME agreement, and authorized advertising for bids on the Schwartz Road West resurfacing project. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved hiring Dooley, Gembala, McLaughlin & Pecora as special counsel for OPERS demand letter (7-0)
• Amended special use permit for DeVille Developments to add drive-thru for Savvy Sliders at 33420 Just Imagine Drive (7-0)
• Amended special use permit for Avon United Methodist Church at 37711 Detroit Road for new driveway and 26 parking spaces (7-0)
• Accepted tentative agreement between City and AFSCME Ohio Council 8 (7-0)
• Authorized advertising for bids for Schwartz Road West pavement resurfacing project (7-0)

City Council - Work Sessions

The Avon City Council work session on January 6, 2025, will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposed increase in the municipal income tax rate from 1.75% to 1.95% to fund police and fire departments, subject to voter approval. Other items include a rezoning of a 13.28-acre parcel from R-1 to R-3 multi-family residential, hiring special counsel for a taxpayer demand letter regarding OPERS payments, and amendments to special use permits for a drive-thru and a church parking expansion. A public hearing and third readings for some items are scheduled for January 13, 2025.

• Resolution to submit an income tax rate increase from 1.75% to 1.95% for police and fire funding to voters
• Rezoning 13.28 acres between Avon Road and Middleton Road from R-1 single-family to R-3 multi-family residential
• Hiring law firm Dooley, Gembala, McLaughlin & Pecora as special counsel for a December 11, 2024 taxpayer demand on OPERS payments
• Amending special use permit for DeVille Developments to add a drive-thru for Savvy Sliders at 33420 Just Imagine Drive
• Authorizing bids for the Schwartz Road West pavement resurfacing project

The Avon City Council held a work session where no formal votes were taken on legislation. The most significant discussion concerned a proposed ballot issue to increase the municipal income tax from 1.75% to 1.95% to fund police and fire departments, with a Finance Committee meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025. Council also reviewed several ordinances and resolutions scheduled for action at a special meeting immediately following the work session, including a rezoning request, special use permit amendments, and a road resurfacing bid authorization.

• Scheduled Finance Committee meeting for Jan 21, 2025 to discuss income tax increase proposal
• Discussed Ordinance 119-24 (Master Plan amendment) - no action, public hearing set for Jan 13
• Discussed Ordinance 120-24 (rezoning 13.28 acres to R-3) - no action, public hearing set for Jan 13
• Discussed Ordinance 127-24 (hiring special counsel for OPERS matter) - to be addressed at special meeting
• Discussed Ordinance 1-25 (Savvy Sliders drive-thru) - to be addressed at special meeting
• Discussed Ordinance 2-25 (Avon United Methodist Church parking expansion) - to be addressed at special meeting
• Discussed Resolution R-1-25 (Schwartz Road resurfacing bids) - to be addressed at special meeting
• Discussed Resolution R-02-25 (income tax ballot issue) - to be addressed at special meeting

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Avon Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hear two variance requests. One involves a lot split at 2861 Center Road requiring a 7-foot width variance for a flag lot and a side yard variance for an existing house. The other seeks a variance for a garage pad within a 10-foot drainage easement at 3254 Woodstone Lane. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and agenda amendments.

• Chucka Onyenek, 2861 Center Road: 7 ft. variance to reduce flag lot width from 60 ft. to 53 ft. (C.O. 1280.06(I)(1))
• Chucka Onyenek, 2861 Center Road: 7 ft. variance to reduce side yard from 12 ft. to 5 ft. for existing house (C.O. 1262.04(d)(3))
• Drees Homes, 3254 Woodstone Lane: variance to allow garage pad within a 10 ft. drainage easement (C.O. 1248.19)
• Motion to approve minutes of December 4, 2024 regular meeting
• Motion to add/delete items and approve amended agenda

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved two variances on January 2, 2025. The first allowed a 7-foot variance for a flag lot at 2861 Center Road, reducing the required 60-foot frontage to 53 feet, with a condition that the driveway start at least 20 feet from the property line. The second approved a 2-foot variance for Drees Homes at 3254 Woodstone Lane to allow a garage pad within a 10-foot drainage easement, where code allows nothing. Both approvals were made with recorded votes.

• Approved 7-ft variance for flag lot at 2861 Center Road (3-2)
• Approved 7-ft side yard variance for existing house at 2861 Center Road (3-2)
• Approved 2-ft variance for garage pad in drainage easement at 3254 Woodstone Lane (unanimous)
• Untabled Chucka Onyenek appeal (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)