Fairlawn public meetings in 2025

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on December 18, 2025. It will consider a request (BZA2025-026) for a variance to add 53 square feet of signage for Dave’s Hot Chicken at 3265 W. Market Street, #100B, submitted by Megan Saucier of Archer Sign. It will also consider a request (BZA2025-027) for a 2‑foot height variance to permit a 5‑foot tall fence in the front yard of a corner lot at 3091 Morewood Rd, submitted by property owner Rebecca Suboticki.

• BZA2025-026 – variance for an additional 53 sq ft of signage for Dave’s Hot Chicken, 3265 W. Market St #100B (proponent Megan Saucier, Archer Sign)
• BZA2025-027 – variance for a 5‑ft tall fence (2‑ft height increase) on front yard of 3091 Morewood Rd (owner Rebecca Suboticki)

City Council Agenda

City Council will discuss several labor contracts for police, fire, and service department employees. The body is also considering a $893,000 contract for the North South Scenic Trail project and the transfer of a property on S. Miller Road for economic development.

• Contract with Protect-A-Cote for the North South Scenic Trail Project for $893,000.00
• Transfer of 68-98 S. Miller Road to the Community Improvement Corporation of Fairlawn
• Labor contracts for IAFF Local 4164 (Fire/Medics), FOP Ohio Labor Council (Police Officers and Sergeants), and Teamsters Local 436 (Service Department)
• Resolution to appoint C. Allen Nichols to the Charter Review Commission and reappoint Scott Jones to the Environmental Services Commission
• Authorization for plans and bids for the Riveria Drive street repair project

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation has cancelled its December 11, 2025 meeting because there is no new business to discuss. The next meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled for December 11, 2025
• Next meeting scheduled for January 8, 2026

Planning Commission

The Fairlawn Planning Commission will meet to consider requests for a conditional use permit for a restaurant and final plan approval for a residential subdivision. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Conditional Use approval for Wrap City Sandwich at 2855 W. Market Street
• Final Plan approval for Dave's Hot Chicken exterior renovations at 3265 W. Market Street
• Revised Plat approval for Phase 2 of The Links residential subdivision
• Approval of September 11, 2025 and October 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Next scheduled meeting: January 8, 2026

City Council Agenda

The Committee of the Whole will consider several ordinances, including a new cybersecurity policy that follows the Ohio State Auditor’s guidelines and declares an emergency. It will also review an amendment to the City of Fairlawn employee handbook and appropriations for 2025 and 2026. Additionally, the council will consider authorizing the mayor to enter a pavement‑maintenance agreement with Summit County.

• Ordinance 2025-089 – adopt a cybersecurity policy and declare an emergency
• Ordinance 2025-096 – amend the City of Fairlawn employee handbook effective Jan 1 2026
• Ordinance 2025-092 – establish reconciliation appropriations for 2025
• Ordinance 2025-093 – establish temporary appropriations for 2026
• Ordinance 2025-100 – authorize agreement with Summit County for pavement maintenance

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council will consider several ordinances, including a cybersecurity policy, a land transfer to the Community Improvement Corporation, an amendment to the employee handbook, and two budget appropriations for 2025 and 2026. The council will also confirm multiple appointments to boards and commissions. All items are listed for first, second, and third readings and will be voted on at the meeting.

• Ordinance 2025-089 – adopts a cybersecurity policy per Ohio auditor guidelines
• Ordinance 2025-090 – transfers 2440 Sand Run Parkway to the Community Improvement Corporation of Fairlawn
• Ordinance 2025-096 – amends the City of Fairlawn Employee Handbook effective Jan 1, 2026
• Ordinance 2025-092 – establishes reconciliation appropriations for fiscal year 2025
• Ordinance 2025-093 – establishes temporary appropriations for fiscal year 2026

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council Committee of the Whole will consider three ordinances, including a cybersecurity policy and the transfer of 2440 Sand Run Parkway to the Community Improvement Corporation.

• Ordinance 2025-089: Cybersecurity policy per state guidelines
• Ordinance 2025-090: Transfer of 2440 Sand Run Parkway to CIC
• Ordinance 2025-096: Amending city employee handbook effective Jan 1, 2026
• Ordinance 2025-092: Establishing 2025 reconciliation appropriations
• Ordinance 2025-093: Establishing 2026 temporary appropriations

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for a variance from Code Section 1298.03 to permit a rooftop sign for HealthMarkets Insurance Agency at 141 Ghent Road. The variance request is presented by Corky Davis of Buckeye Neon & Electric Signs. The board will decide whether to grant the variance.

• BZA2025-025 – Variance request to allow a rooftop sign for HealthMarkets Insurance Agency at 141 Ghent Road (proposed by Corky Davis, Buckeye Neon & Electric Signs)

City Council Agenda

City Council is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions, including a contract for inspection services and a cybersecurity policy. The body is also discussing the transfer of property for economic development and the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Ordinance 2025-087: Quality Control Inspection Inc. contract for Rosemont Preserve and Bancroft Road Pump Station not to exceed $699,414.00
• Ordinance 2025-090: Transfer of 2440 Sand Run Parkway to the Community Improvement Corporation of Fairlawn
• Resolution 2025-095: Application for federal AMATS funds for Ridgewood Road resurfacing between Miller Road and Jacoby Road
• Ordinance 2025-089: Adoption of a cybersecurity policy based on Auditor of the State of Ohio guidelines
• Ordinance 2025-096: Amendments to the City of Fairlawn Employee Handbook effective January 1, 2026

Community Improvement Corporation

The Fairlawn Community Improvement Corporation held its regular meeting on November 13, 2025. The Board of Trustees reviewed a loan update for Fairlawn Associates and considered three resolutions: payment of excess lease proceeds, disposal of public records, and listing of specific properties. Each resolution was presented for authorization by the board.

• Discuss Fairlawn Associates Property Redevelopment Loan Update
• Resolution 2025-003: authorize payment of excess lease proceeds to the City of Fairlawn
• Resolution 2025-004: authorize disposal of public records
• Resolution 2025-005: authorize listing of 2440 Sand Run Parkway and 96–98 Miller Road

Planning Commission

The Fairlawn Planning Commission scheduled a regular meeting for November 13, 2025. The agenda notes that the meeting was cancelled and that no new planning applications were received. No items were discussed or decided at this session.

• Meeting cancelled; no new applications received

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss three ordinances, including a construction management contract and a transfer of parkland. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM on November 10, 2025.

• Ordinance 2025-087: Construction management/inspection services for Rosemont Preserve and Bancroft Road Pump Station improvements, not to exceed $699,414.00
• Ordinance 2025-089: Adoption of a cybersecurity policy
• Ordinance 2025-090: Transfer of 2440 Sand Run Parkway to the Community Improvement Corporation of Fairlawn, Ohio

City Council Agenda

Fairlawn City Council is reviewing several high-value construction contracts and infrastructure improvements. The body is also considering a temporary ban on new smoke and vape shops and the transfer of a property for economic development.

• Contract for Rosemont Preserve project with Cavanaugh Building Corporation for $7,044,689.00
• Contract for Bancroft Road Pump Station No. 5 improvements with Cavanaugh Building Corporation for $2,727,700.00
• Construction management services for Rosemont Preserve and Bancroft Road Pump Station not to exceed $699,414.00
• 180-day moratorium on licenses and permits for smoke shops and vape shops
• Transfer of 2440 Sand Run Parkway to the Community Improvement Corporation of Fairlawn, Ohio

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council is considering contracts for the Rosemont Preserve and Bancroft Road Pump Station improvements, a moratorium on new smoke shops, and a cybersecurity policy. The council also authorized the transfer of city land to a development corporation and applied for federal transportation funds.

• Contract for Rosemont Preserve project: $7,044,689.00
• Contract for Bancroft Road Pump Station improvements: $2,727,700.00
• Contract for construction management/inspection services: $699,414.00
• Resolution imposing a 180-day moratorium on new smoke shops
• Resolution authorizing application for federal transportation funds

City Council Agenda

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several ordinances regarding infrastructure projects and intergovernmental services. The body is discussing bids for construction and inspection services as well as an animal control agreement.

• Ordinance 2025-082: Bid from Cavanaugh Building Corporation for Rosemont Preserve Project for $7,044,689.00
• Ordinance 2025-086: Bid from Cavanaugh Building Corporation for Bancroft Road Pump Station No. 5 Improvements for $2,727,700.00
• Ordinance 2025-087: Proposal from Quality Control Inspection Inc. for construction management/inspection services not to exceed $699,414.00
• Ordinance 2025-084: Intergovernmental agreement for animal control services with the County of Summit

City Council Agenda

City Council is reviewing several construction contracts and a zoning change. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a property rezoning on W. Market Street and a proposed agreement for animal control services.

• Contract for Rosemont Preserve project with Cavanaugh Building Corporation for $7,044,689.00
• Contract for Bancroft Road Pump Station No. 5 improvements with Cavanaugh Building Corporation for $2,727,700.00
• Construction management services contract with Quality Control Inspection Inc. not to exceed $699,414.00
• Public hearing for rezoning 3320-3340 W. Market Street to a Planned Unit Development District
• Intergovernmental agreement with Summit County for animal control services

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will consider two variance requests. One request is for an 11‑ft setback variance to allow a deck 14 ft from the rear property line at 764 Miramar Lane. The second request is for a 10‑ft parking‑lot setback variance for a Chipotle restaurant at 2755 W. Market Street. No other business is listed for this meeting.

• BZA2025-023: 11‑ft variance from 25‑ft code requirement for a deck 14 ft from rear line, 764 Miramar Lane (proponent: Gregory Brown)
• BZA2025-024: 10‑ft variance from 25‑ft minimum parking‑lot setback for Chipotle, 2755 W. Market Street (proponent: Quinn Gadow, Phillips Edison & Company)

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council will consider Ordinance 2025-082 to accept Cavanaugh Building Corporation's bid for the Rosemont Preserve Project at a contract value of $7,044,689.00. It will also review Ordinance 2025-086 for a $2,727,700.00 contract to improve Bancroft Road Pump Station No. 5, Ordinance 2025-084 for an intergovernmental animal‑control agreement with Summit County, and Ordinance 2025-074 to rezone 3320‑3340 W. Market Street to a Planned Unit Development with a public hearing scheduled for 10/20/2025. Additional agenda items include the Mayor’s Report, Law Director’s Report, and other business.

• Ordinance 2025-082: contract $7,044,689 for Rosemont Preserve Project
• Ordinance 2025-086: contract $2,727,700 for Bancroft Road Pump Station No. 5 improvements
• Ordinance 2025-084: intergovernmental animal‑control agreement with Summit County
• Ordinance 2025-074: rezoning 3320‑3340 W. Market Street to Planned Unit Development, public hearing 10/20/2025

Residential Housing Assistance Board

The Residential Housing Assistance Board will take roll call and note that there are no minutes to approve. It will consider an application from Benjamin Goddard for reimbursement of water control device installation at 2535 Carson Rd. No other business was listed.

• Application for reimbursement for installation of water control devices – Benjamin Goddard, 2535 Carson Rd.

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation has cancelled its October 9, 2025 meeting because there is no new business to discuss. The next meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled for October 9, 2025
• Next meeting scheduled for November 13, 2025

Planning Commission

The Fairlawn Planning Commission will consider final site plan approvals for three different projects. These include a new restaurant, a country club expansion, and a school parking lot.

• Final Site Plan for a standalone Chipotle at 2755 W. Market Street
• Final Site Plan for a dining area and exterior bar at Fairlawn Country Club, 2569 W. Market Street
• Final/Minor Site Plan for parking lot expansion at Fort Island Primary School, 496 Trunko Road

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council will consider several ordinances, including authorizing a $7,044,689 contract with Cavanaugh Building Corporation for the Rosemont Preserve project. It will also vote on a $2,727,700 contract for Bancroft Road Pump Station improvements, a purchase of 3033 Bancroft Road for up to $230,000, and a rezoning of 3320‑3340 W. Market Street to a Planned Unit Development. Additional items include a grant acceptance for fire‑fighter assistance and an intergovernmental agreement with Summit County.

• Ordinance 2025-082: Accept bid from Cavanaugh Building Corp. for Rosemont Preserve project – contract $7,044,689.00
• Ordinance 2025-086: Accept bid for Bancroft Road Pump Station No. 5 improvements – contract $2,727,700.00
• Ordinance 2025-080A: Authorize purchase of 3033 Bancroft Road, parcel #0901845, price not to exceed $230,000.00
• Ordinance 2025-074: Rezone 3320‑3340 W. Market Street (parcel #0902780) from B‑1 to Planned Unit Development
• Resolution 2025-085: Accept 2024 Assistance to Firefighters Grant and authorize related agreements

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council will consider several ordinances, including a purchase agreement for the parcel at 3033 Bancroft Road, a rezoning of 3320‑3340 W. Market Street to a Planned Unit Development, and emergency appropriations. Additional items include an amendment to the city’s bond provisions and an intergovernmental agreement with Summit County for job creation and tax revenue sharing.

• Ordinance 2025-080: authorize mayor to sign purchase agreement for 3033 Bancroft Road parcel (Parcel No. 0901845)
• Ordinance 2025-074: approve rezoning of 3320‑3340 W. Market Street (Parcel #0902780) from B‑1 to PUD and adopt preliminary concept plan
• Ordinance 2025-073: authorize various appropriations and declare an emergency
• Ordinance 2025-069: amend Section 250.08 “Bonds” of the city code
• Ordinance 2025-068: authorize amended Summit County intergovernmental agreement for job creation, retention, and tax revenue sharing

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council will consider issuing bonds for park improvements, including Bicentennial Park and Rosemont Preserve Park, and will vote on a resolution accepting land donations from the former Rosemont Country Club.

• Ordinance 2025-063: $1.5M bond for Bicentennial Park improvements
• Ordinance 2025-065: $7.8M bond for Rosemont Preserve Park construction
• Resolution 2025-079: Accepting land donation from former Rosemont Country Club
• Ordinance 2025-074: Rezoning 3320-3340 W. Market Street to Planned Unit Development
• Ordinance 2025-056A: Amending city park rules and regulations

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will consider three variance applications under Code Section 1258.03(a). Two applications are from Clay Ricker for a 192‑square‑foot shed and a 15‑foot‑8‑inch tall shed at 731 Brunsdorph Road. The third is from Hiam Humphreys for a shed setback of 2 feet 6 inches at 2521 Carson Road. No other business is listed for this meeting.

• BZA2025-020: 12‑sq‑ft size variance for a 192‑sq‑ft shed at 731 Brunsdorph Road (proponent: Clay Ricker).
• BZA2025-021: 4‑ft‑8‑in height variance for a 15‑ft‑8‑in tall shed at 731 Brunsdorph Road (proponent: Clay Ricker).
• BZA2025-022: Setback variance to place a shed 2‑ft‑6‑in from the existing garage at 2521 Carson Road (proponent: Hiam Humphreys).

City Council Agenda

The Committee of the Whole will review several ordinances that create new park‑related bond issuances, amend city codes, and approve a rezoning. Key items include bond authorizations of $1.5 M for Bicentennial Park, $2.64 M for the Bancroft Road Pump Station, and $7.8 M for the Rosemont Preserve Park. The council will also consider a rezoning of 3320‑3340 W. Market Street to a Planned Unit Development. Additional ordinances address public‑safety restrictions in parks, housing assistance board changes, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Ordinance 2025-065 – authorize up to $7,800,000 in bonds to construct and improve Rosemont Preserve Park (≈62‑acre park with stream and wetland restoration and recreation trails) – emergency.
• Ordinance 2025-064 – authorize up to $2,640,000 in bonds to construct and renovate Bancroft Road Pump Station #5 – emergency.
• Ordinance 2025-063 – authorize up to $1,500,000 in bonds to improve municipal parks, including construction and renovation of Bicentennial Park – emergency.
• Ordinance 2025-074 – approve rezoning of 3320‑3340 W. Market Street (Parcel #0902780) from B‑1 Limited Business District to Planned Unit Development and adopt a preliminary concept plan; public hearing set for 10/20/2025.
• Ordinance 2025-058 – amend Chapter 636 to add Section 636.27 prohibiting registered sex offenders in park facilities – emergency.

Planning Commission

The Fairlawn Planning Commission will review several development proposals, including a final site plan for The Preserve on 67 acres. New business includes conditional use requests for a Little Diggers indoor play facility and a Chipotle sit‑down restaurant, as well as façade renovations for Value City Furniture. The commission will also consider a preliminary site plan for an expanded dining area at the Fairlawn Country Club.

• PC2022-024 – Final Site Plan approval for The Preserve (≈67 acres, parcels 0904176, 0904178, 0904536, 0904537)
• PC2025-011 – Conditional Use approval for Little Diggers Playspace at 33 Shiawassee Avenue, Suite A
• PC2025-012 – Final Plan approval for exterior façade renovations of Value City Furniture at 3750 W. Market Street, Suite C
• PC2025-013 – Conditional Use approval for Chipotle sit‑down restaurant at 2755 W. Market Street
• PC2025-016 – Preliminary Site Plan approval for additional dining area and exterior bar at Fairlawn Country Club, 2569 W. Market Street

Community Improvement Corporation

The Board of Trustees cancelled the September 11, 2025 meeting because there was no new business to consider. No items were discussed or decided. The next meeting is set for October 9, 2025.

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council will consider ordinances authorizing $11.94 million in bonds for park improvements and a $2.64 million design-build contract for police station and data center HVAC upgrades. Additional items include a zoning change for 3320-3340 W. Market Street and an intergovernmental agreement for prosecutorial services with the City of Akron.

• $1.5M bond for Bicentennial Park improvements
• $2.64M bond for Bancroft Road Pump Station #5 upgrades
• $7.8M bond for Rosemont Preserve Park development including trails and wetland restoration
• $2.64M design-build contract with The K Company for police station and data center HVAC upgrades
• Rezoning of 3320-3340 W. Market Street from B-1 to Planned Unit Development (PUD) with preliminary concept plan approval

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council Committee of the Whole will review and vote on several ordinances, including bond issuances for park improvements and utility upgrades. The meeting will also consider ordinances on wage adjustments, police department HVAC upgrades, and intergovernmental agreements for prosecutorial services.

• Ordinance 2025-063: $1.5M bond for Bicentennial Park improvements
• Ordinance 2025-064: $2.64M bond for Bancroft Road Pump Station #5 upgrades
• Ordinance 2025-065: $7.8M bond for Rosemont Preserve Park development (62-acre project)
• Ordinance 2025-059: Design-build contract with The K Company for Police Department HVAC and Data Center upgrades
• Ordinance 2025-052: Intergovernmental agreement with City of Akron for prosecutorial services

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will meet to review a request for a zoning variance. The board is considering a proposal to allow a freestanding garage to be built closer to a rear property line than currently permitted by city code.

• BZA2025-019: Request for a 32-foot rear yard setback variance (from 40 feet) at 2585 Sand Run Parkway

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 18, 2025, to review and potentially vote on multiple ordinances and resolutions. Items include bond issuances for park improvements and a pump station upgrade, zoning changes for Ridgewood Road properties, and ordinances related to public safety, broadband, and municipal services. Several items have been held over from previous meetings.

• Bond issuance of $1.5M for Bicentennial Park improvements
• Bond issuance of $2.64M for Bancroft Road Pump Station #5 upgrades
• Bond issuance of $7.8M for Rosemont Preserve Park development
• Zoning change for 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road from R-1 to R-3
• Ordinance to prohibit registered sex offenders from city park facilities

Planning Commission

The Fairlawn Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review a rezoning request for a 9.3-acre parcel at 3320–3340 W. Market Street from B-1 Limited Business District to Planned Unit Development District. The applicant, Daniel Marchetta of Dan Marchetta Construction Co., Inc., seeks preliminary concept plan approval for the proposed PUD.

• PC2025-010 rezoning request for 3320–3340 W. Market Street (parcel 0902780) from B-1 to Planned Unit Development District
• Preliminary concept plan approval for the proposed Planned Unit Development District

Community Improvement Corporation

The August 14, 2025 meeting of the Community Improvement Corporation has been cancelled. The notice states there is no new business to come before the Board.

City Council Agenda

The City Council Committee of the Whole will review several ordinances including economic development district expansions and residential rezoning. The body is also considering a resolution opposing Ohio House Bill 335 regarding local budgetary authority.

• Rezoning of 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road from R-1 to R-3 Single Family Residence District
• Adding 794 Wye Rd, 845 Wye Rd, and 3455-3465 Granger Rd to the Akron-Bath-Fairlawn JEDD
• Special assessments for sidewalk construction on Dowling Drive from Brunsdorph Road to Trunko Road
• Intergovernmental agreement with the City of Akron for prosecutorial services
• Resolution 2025-053 opposing House Bill 335 regarding inside millage and budgetary authority

City Council Agenda

The Towing Review Board is meeting to review administrative business. The board will consider whether to seek applications for additional towing companies or motor vehicle storage facilities.

• Approval of August 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Consideration of seeking applications for additional motor vehicle storage facilities or towing companies per Section 404.13

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider five requests for variances from city code. These requests involve property modifications for residential and commercial sites.

• BZA2025-014: Shed placement variance at 3147 Stanley Road
• BZA2025-015: 32.5 square foot sign size variance for Jersey Mike’s at 2935 W. Market Street
• BZA2025-016: 1-foot height variance for a front yard fence at 2948 Woodcrest Drive
• BZA2025-017: 3-foot rear yard setback variance for a shed at 893 Brunsdorph Road
• BZA2025-018: Roof sign installation variance for Gather Round Games at 121 Ghent Road

City Council Agenda

City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the rezoning and lot split of properties on Ridgewood Road. The body is also considering agreements for prosecutorial services with Akron and amendments to a joint economic development district.

• Public hearings for Ordinance 2025-039 (rezoning 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road to R-3) and Ordinance 2025-040 (lot split of 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road)
• Ordinance 2025-052 to enter an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Akron for prosecutorial services
• Resolution 2025-053 opposing Ohio House Bill 335 regarding property tax and budgetary authority
• Ordinance 2025-042 to levy special assessments for sidewalks on Dowling Drive from Brunsdorf Road to Trunko Road
• Resolution 2025-050 to prepare plans and obtain bids for the North South Trail project

Community Improvement Corporation

The July 10, 2025, meeting of the Community Improvement Corporation was cancelled because there was no new business to come before the Board.

Planning Commission

The July 10, 2025, Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because no new applications were received.

Residential Housing Assistance Board

The Residential Housing Assistance Board is meeting to discuss a new business item regarding a reimbursement application. The board will review a request for electrical equipment installation.

• Reimbursement application for electric panels, wiring, or other electrical equipment installation for Brian E. & Elizabeth J. Morrison at 825 Brunsdorph Road

City Council Agenda

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several ordinances proposed by Mayor Sharnsky. These include expanding the Joint Economic Development District and approving infrastructure and zoning changes.

• Ordinance 2025-044: Adding 794 Wye Rd. to the Akron-Bath-Fairlawn JEDD
• Ordinance 2025-045: Adding 3455-3465 Granger Rd. and 845 Wye Rd. to the Akron-Bath-Fairlawn JEDD
• Ordinance 2025-042: Special assessments for sidewalks on Dowling Drive from Brunsdorph Road to Trunko Road
• Ordinance 2025-039: Rezoning 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road from R-1 to R-3 Single Family Residence District
• Ordinance 2025-040: Lot split and consolidation of 2.6219 acres at 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will consider five requests for variances from city code. These proposals include changes to fence height requirements, street frontage minimums, and signage rules.

• BZA2025-009: Request for a 30 foot frontage Variance to allow Lot 2 to have 65 foot wide street frontage
• BZA2025-010: Request for a 3-foot height Variance for a 6-foot tall fence at 410 Holliston Road
• BZA2025-011: Request for a Variance to allow an illuminated boxed wall sign for Wesbanco at 3085 W. Market Street, Unit A
• BZA2025-012: Request for a 3-foot height Variance for a 6-foot tall fence at 3039 Chamberlain Road
• BZA2025-013: Request for a 3-foot height Variance for a 6-foot-tall fence at 244 Winchester Road

City Council Agenda

The City Council is reviewing amendments to the Akron-Bath-Fairlawn Joint Economic Development District to include three properties for sewer access. The body is also considering special assessments for new sidewalks on Dowling Drive and rezoning for Ridgewood Road properties.

• Special assessments for sidewalks on Dowling Drive from Brunsdorph Road to Trunko Road (Ordinance 2025-042)
• JEDD expansion to include 794 Wye Rd. (Ordinance 2025-044)
• JEDD expansion to include 3455-3465 Granger Rd. and 845 Wye Rd. (Ordinance 2025-045)
• Rezoning of 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road from R-1 to R-3 (Ordinance 2025-039)
• Appointment of Carol N. Tran to the Real Property Maintenance Board (Resolution 2025-043)

Community Improvement Corporation

The June 12, 2025 meeting of the Community Improvement Corporation has been cancelled. The notice states there is no new business to come before the Board.

Planning Commission

The June 12, 2025, Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because no new applications were received.

City Council Agenda

Fairlawn City Council is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions, including a major roofing contract and property rezoning. The body will also discuss agreements for debt collection and traffic signal transfers.

• Ordinance 2025-034: Contract with RJK Roofing Solutions for $639,060.00 for the 2025 Municipal Roof Project
• Ordinance 2025-039: Rezoning of 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road from R-1 to R-3 Single Family Residence District
• Ordinance 2025-040: Consolidation and lot split of approximately 2.6219 acres at 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road
• Resolution 2025-036: Transfer of a traffic signal at Ghent Road and Signet from the City of Akron to Fairlawn
• Ordinance 2025-033: Various appropriations totaling $1,036,750.00 across all funds

City Council Agenda

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions, including a major roofing contract and property rezoning. The body will also discuss agreements for debt collection, traffic signal transfers, and infrastructure upgrades.

• Ordinance 2025-034: Contract with RJK Roofing Solutions for $639,060.00 for the 2025 Municipal Roof Project
• Ordinance 2025-039: Rezoning of 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road from R-1 to R-3 Single Family Residence District
• Ordinance 2025-040: Consolidation and lot split of 2.6219 acres at 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road
• Resolution 2025-036: Transfer of a traffic signal at Ghent Road and Signet from the City of Akron to Fairlawn
• Resolution 2025-038: Authorization for bids on Police Department HVAC upgrade and Data Center projects

City Council Agenda

City Council is reviewing several ordinances including a contract for municipal roofing and a debt collection agreement with the Ohio Attorney General. The body is also discussing the rezoning and lot splitting of properties on Ridgewood Road and updates to storm water management codes.

• Contract for 2025 Municipal Roof Project with RJK Roofing Solutions for $639,060.00
• Rezoning of 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road from R-1 to R-3 Single Family Residence District
• Consolidation and lot split of 2.6219 acres at 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road into three lots
• Authorization to obtain bids for Police Department HVAC and Data Center projects (estimated over $75,000)
• Repeal and replacement of Chapter 1042 regarding erosion, sediment, and storm water control

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on four variance requests. Two relate to wall signs at Giant Eagle in Rosemont Commons; one seeks a fence height variance on a corner lot; and one requests a reduced rear setback for a pool deck. The board will also approve minutes from the prior meeting.

• BZA2025-005: 10-inch height variance for a 9-foot-10-inch wall sign on the north wall of Giant Eagle at 3750 W. Market Street
• BZA2025-006: 4-foot-10-inch variance from the 5-foot sign requirement for a 9-foot-10-inch wall sign on the west wall of Giant Eagle at 3750 W. Market Street
• BZA2025-007: 1-foot variance to install a 4-foot wood picket fence on a corner lot at 473 Hallandale Drive
• BZA2025-008: 25-foot rear setback variance for a pool deck 15 feet from the rear property line at 2555 Durand Road

City Council Agenda

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several ordinances, including a $639,060 contract for the 2025 Municipal Roof Project, a new erosion and stormwater control chapter, a delinquent debt collection agreement with the Ohio Attorney General, various appropriations, and an agreement with Oriana House, Inc. No public hearings are scheduled for these items.

• Ordinance 2025-034: Accept bid of RJK Roofing Solutions for $639,060 for the 2025 Municipal Roof Project
• Ordinance 2025-028: Repeal and replace Chapter 1042 on construction site erosion and stormwater control
• Ordinance 2025-035: Authorize delinquent debt collection agreement with Ohio Attorney General
• Ordinance 2025-033: Various appropriations declared an emergency
• Ordinance 2025-032: Authorize agreement with Oriana House, Inc.

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for May 8, 2025, has been cancelled because there is no new business to consider. This is a procedural action. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2025.

• Meeting cancellation due to lack of new business
• Next meeting set for June 12, 2025

Planning Commission

The Fairlawn Planning Commission will review a request to rezone and split parcels on Ridgewood Road. The commission will also consider a final plan for exterior renovations at 3265 W. Market Street.

• PC2025-007: Exterior façade paint color update at 3265 W. Market Street, Suite 400A
• PC2025-008: Rezoning of 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road from R-1 to R-3
• PC2025-009: Lot split and consolidation of 2821 and 2833 Ridgewood Road (2.6219 acres) into three new parcels

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include accepting a $639,060 bid for the 2025 Municipal Roof Project, authorizing a delinquent debt collection agreement with the Ohio Attorney General, and approving various appropriations. The council will also discuss an ordinance to repeal and replace erosion and sediment control regulations, and an agreement with Oriana House, Inc. Additionally, proclamations for National EMS Week and National Police Week are scheduled.

• Accepting $639,060 bid from RJK Roofing Solutions for 2025 Municipal Roof Project
• Authorizing delinquent debt collection agreement with Ohio Attorney General
• Ordinance 2025-033 authorizing various appropriations and declaring an emergency
• Ordinance 2025-028 repealing and replacing Chapter 1042 on erosion and sediment control
• Ordinance 2025-032 authorizing agreement with Oriana House, Inc.

City Council Agenda

The Committee of the Whole will hold a second reading of Ordinance 2025-028, which would repeal and replace the city's existing regulations on construction site erosion and post-construction storm water management. The mayor and law director will also deliver reports. The ordinance has an expiration date of July 20, 2025.

• Ordinance 2025-028 – Repealing Chapter 1042 and creating a new chapter on erosion, sediment, and post-construction storm water control

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions at its April 21 regular meeting, including a replacement of Chapter 1042 on erosion and stormwater control, authorization to use opioid settlement funds for automated external defibrillators, and renaming the Learning Resource Center as the Fairlawn Nature Center. Other items include waiving the annual fee for the Andrew E. Sombati Compactor and Recycling Center for one year and recognizing May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month.

• Ordinance 2025-028: Repeals and replaces Chapter 1042 on erosion, sediment, and stormwater control
• Ordinance 2025-021: Authorizes use of opioid settlement funds to purchase automated external defibrillators
• Resolution 2025-029: Renames Learning Resource Center to Fairlawn Nature Center
• Resolution 2025-024: Waives annual fee for Andrew E. Sombati Compactor and Recycling Center for one year (Aug 2025 – Jul 2026)
• Resolution 2025-027: Recognizes May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on April 17, 2025, to consider two variance requests. One request seeks a 3-foot height variance for a fence at 3105 Morewood Road, and the other seeks a 134-square-foot variance for wall signs at 3265 W. Market Street, Suite 400A. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 20, 2025.

• BZA2025-003: 3-foot height variance for a 6-foot fence at 3105 Morewood Road
• BZA2025-004: 134-square-foot sign variance for Kids Empire at 3265 W. Market Street, Suite 400A
• Approval of March 20, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council Agenda

The Committee of the Whole will review legislation regarding property tax exemptions and the use of settlement funds. The body is discussing the establishment of a municipal public improvement tax increment equivalent fund.

• Ordinance 2025-018: Exempting certain real property improvements from ad valorem real property taxation
• Resolution 2025-024: Waiving the annual fee for the Andrew E. Sombati Compactor and Recycling Center from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026
• Ordinance 2025-021: Authorizing the use of opioid settlement funds to purchase automated external defibrillators

Residential Housing Assistance Board

The Residential Housing Assistance Board will review a single new business item: an application from Margaret Willett requesting reimbursement for installation of water control devices at 165 Trunko Road. No minutes from prior meetings require approval. The board may also discuss other business before adjourning.

• Application for reimbursement for installation of water control devices by Margaret Willett at 165 Trunko Road

City Council Agenda

Fairlawn City Council will hold a regular meeting with committee reports on several pending items, including a tax increment financing ordinance for public improvements (Ordinance 2025-018), use of opioid settlement funds for automated external defibrillators (Ordinance 2025-021), and a resolution waiving the annual fee for the Andrew E. Sombati Compactor and Recycling Center for one year (Resolution 2025-024). New legislation will be introduced for referral to committees, and no public hearings are scheduled. The agenda also includes a vote on resolutions recognizing Autism Acceptance Month, National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, and the retirement of a city employee.

• Ordinance 2025-018: tax increment financing for property improvements, exempting them from ad valorem taxes and requiring service payments in lieu
• Ordinance 2025-021: authorizing use of opioid settlement funds to purchase automated external defibrillators
• Resolution 2025-024: waiving annual fee for Andrew E. Sombati Compactor and Recycling Center from Aug 1, 2025 to Jul 31, 2026
• Resolution 2025-023: authorizing plans, specs, and bids for the 2025 Municipal Roof Project
• Resolution 2025-026: congratulating Mark Miller on his retirement after 45 years of city service

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on March 20, 2025. They will consider two variance requests: a 3-foot height variance to allow a 6-foot fence at 459 Stratford Road, and a 15-foot rear yard setback variance to permit a deck at 3062 Shelley Lynn Drive. No old business is listed.

• BZA2025-001: 3-foot height variance requested to allow a 6-foot fence at 459 Stratford Road.
• BZA2025-002: 15-foot rear yard setback variance requested to construct a deck at 3062 Shelley Lynn Drive.

City Council Agenda

The City Council will consider final passage of the 2025 annual budget appropriating $52.6 million across all funds. Other items include awarding a $263,950 contract for concrete and street repairs to Set in Stone Contracting LLC, authorizing the use of opioid settlement funds to purchase automated external defibrillators, and declaring tax increment financing for certain improvements. The council will also vote on resolutions celebrating Arbor Day on April 25 and a community clean-up day on May 17.

• Ordinance 2025-013: Establish 2025 annual budget appropriating $52,642,804.22 across all funds
• Ordinance 2025-015: Accept bid from Set in Stone Contracting LLC for $263,950 for concrete slab replacement, stormwater inlet repairs, and asphalt street repairs
• Ordinance 2025-018: Declare improvements to certain real property as public purpose and establish a tax increment equivalent fund
• Ordinance 2025-021: Authorize use of OneOhio Opioid Settlement Fund to purchase automated external defibrillators
• Resolution 2025-019 and 2025-020: Proclaim May 17, 2025 as Bill Stalker Fairlawn Clean Up and Beautification Day and April 25, 2025 as Arbor Day

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation meeting scheduled for March 13, 2025, has been cancelled because there is no new business to consider. The next regular meeting is set for April 10, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of new business
• Next meeting scheduled for April 10, 2025

Planning Commission

The Fairlawn Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two conditional use requests for a counter service restaurant and drive-thru at 145 Ghent Road, proposed by Do Good Donuts and Café LLC. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 21, 2024 and January 9, 2025. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Conditional use approval in B-2 District for counter service restaurant at 145 Ghent Road (PC2025-004)
• Conditional use approval in B-2 District for drive-thru service at 145 Ghent Road (PC2025-005)
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from November 21, 2024 and January 9, 2025

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council Committee of the Whole will review several ordinances. These include a contract for infrastructure repairs, a tax exemption for specific public improvements, and the 2025 annual budget.

• Ordinance 2025-015: $263,950 contract with Set In Stone Contracting, LLC for concrete slab replacement, stormwater inlet repairs, and asphalt street repairs
• Ordinance 2025-018: Tax exemption for certain real property improvements and establishment of a municipal public improvement tax increment equivalent fund
• Ordinance 2025-013: Establishment of the annual budget for the year 2025

City Council Agenda

Fairlawn City Council holds public hearings on three subdivision plats (Rosemont Greens lot split and Links Phases III & IV), then considers committee reports and votes on ordinances and resolutions. Key items include the 2025 annual budget ordinance on second and third reading, a $263,950 contract for concrete and asphalt repairs, employee handbook amendments, and a park board appointment.

• Public hearings on Ordinance 2025-007 (Rosemont Greens lot split) and Ordinances 2025-008/009 (Links Subdivision Phases III & IV final plats)
• Ordinance 2025-013 establishing the 2025 annual budget, appropriating funds, and declaring an emergency
• Ordinance 2025-015 accepting a $263,950 bid from Set In Stone Contracting for concrete slab replacement, stormwater inlet repairs, and asphalt street repairs
• Ordinance 2025-012 amending the City of Fairlawn Employee Handbook effective April 2, 2025
• Resolution 2025-016 confirming appointment of Mark Miller to the Park and Recreation Board for an unexpired term

City Council Agenda

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several ordinances, including the establishment of the 2025 annual budget. The body is also considering updates to the employee handbook and land use changes within the Rosemont Greens PUD.

• Ordinance 2025-013: Establishing the annual budget for the year 2025
• Ordinance 2025-012: Amending the City of Fairlawn employee handbook
• Ordinance 2025-010: Agreement with Summit County Public Defender’s Commission for 2025 legal services
• Ordinance 2025-007: Lot split and consolidation of parcels 0904176 and 0904181 in Rosemont Greens PUD
• Ordinances 2025-008 and 2025-009: Final plats for Phase III and Phase IV of The Links subdivision

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals regular meeting scheduled for February 20, 2025 has been cancelled because there is no new business to consider. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 20, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled; no items to consider.

City Council Agenda

City Council is meeting to discuss the 2025 annual budget and an amendment to the city's electric aggregation agreement. The body will also consider updates to the employee handbook and land subdivision approvals for Rosemont Greens PUD.

• Ordinance 2025-013: Establishing the annual budget for the year 2025
• Resolution 2025-014: Amendment to the electric generation supply agreement with Dynegy Energy Services East, LLC
• Ordinance 2025-012: Amending the City of Fairlawn Employee Handbook
• Ordinance 2025-010: Agreement with Summit County Public Defender’s Commission for legal services to indigent defendants
• Ordinances 2025-007, 2025-008, and 2025-009: Land subdivision and final plat approvals for Rosemont Greens PUD

Residential Housing Assistance Board

The Residential Housing Assistance Board will hold a special meeting to elect officers and review reimbursement applications for water control device installations. The board will also address the approval of minutes, though none are currently listed for approval.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Reimbursement application for Jennifer Poda at 168 Caladonia Avenue
• Reimbursement application for Margaret Willett at 165 Trunko Road

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation will consider two resolutions: one authorizing the payment of excess proceeds to the City of Fairlawn, and another amending Sections 3 & 9 of Article IV of its Code of Regulations. The board will also elect trustees Raymond Lampner and Peter Reagan, and hold elections for officers. A financial report or statement is scheduled.

• Resolution 2025-001: authorizing payment of excess proceeds to the City of Fairlawn
• Resolution 2025-002: amending Code of Regulations Article IV Sections 3 & 9
• Election of Trustees: Raymond Lampner and Peter Reagan
• Election of Officers
• Financial report or statement

Planning Commission

The Fairlawn Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025 has been cancelled because no new applications were received. No public hearings or business will be conducted.

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several ordinances. One ordinance amends the employee handbook effective April 2, 2025. Another authorizes an agreement with the Summit County Public Defender's Commission for legal services to indigent defendants in 2025. Three ordinances relate to subdivision plats within the Rosemont Greens PUD, including a lot split and consolidation and final plats for Phases III and IV of The Links Subdivision. Public hearings are scheduled for March 3, 2025 on the planning items.

• Ordinance 2025-012: Amends City of Fairlawn Employee Handbook effective April 2, 2025.
• Ordinance 2025-010: Authorizes agreement with Summit County Public Defender's Commission for indigent defense services for 2025.
• Ordinance 2025-007: Approves subdivision and lot split/consolidation of parcels 0904176 and 0904181 in Rosemont Greens PUD.
• Ordinance 2025-008: Approves final plat of Phase III, The Links Subdivision (parcel 0904181) in Rosemont Greens PUD.
• Ordinance 2025-009: Approves final plat of Phase IV, The Links Subdivision (parcel 0904181) in Rosemont Greens PUD.

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-076, which adopts a natural gas aggregation program plan. The council will also consider several ordinances and resolutions, including subdividing land in Rosemont Greens PUD, final plats for Links Subdivision phases III and IV, renewing an indigent defense agreement with the Summit County Public Defender, confirming Matthew Stewart to the Planning Commission, and amending the employee handbook. New legislation is introduced for committee reference.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-076: adopting natural gas aggregation program plan (expires 03/02/2025)
• Ordinance 2025-010: authorizing agreement with Summit County Public Defender's Commission for indigent legal services in 2025
• Resolution 2025-011: confirming appointment of Matthew Stewart to Planning Commission (term ends Dec 31, 2025)
• Ordinances 2025-007, 2025-008, 2025-009: approving lot split and final plats for Rosemont Greens PUD and Links Subdivision phases III & IV
• Ordinance 2025-012: amending City of Fairlawn Employee Handbook effective April 2, 2025

City Council Agenda

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several ordinances, including a natural gas aggregation plan and updates to city codes regarding the prosecutor and magistrate. The body is also considering land subdivisions and final plats for the Links Subdivision within the Rosemont Greens PUD.

• Ordinance 2024-076: Natural Gas Aggregation Program Plan of Operation and Governance
• Ordinance 2025-003: Amendment to Section 234.03 regarding the Prosecutor
• Ordinance 2025-004: Amendment to Section 290.01 regarding the Magistrate
• Ordinance 2025-007: Lot split and consolidation of Parcel No. 0904176 and 0904181 in Rosemont Greens PUD
• Ordinances 2025-008 and 2025-009: Final plats for Phase III and IV of the Links Subdivision

City Council Agenda

The Fairlawn City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-076, which would adopt a natural gas aggregation program. The council will also receive committee reports on pending legislation, including a trash hauling contract with Kimble Recycling and Disposal, Inc. for 2025-2029, and several subdivision-related ordinances for the Rosemont Greens PUD.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-076: natural gas aggregation program plan
• Ordinance 2025-006: trash hauling contract with Kimble Recycling and Disposal, Inc. for 2025-2029
• Ordinance 2025-007: lot split and consolidation plat of parcels within Rosemont Greens PUD to create three new parcels
• Ordinance 2025-008 and 2025-009: final plats for Phase III and Phase IV of Links Subdivision in Rosemont Greens PUD
• Resolution 2025-005: supporting Ohio Municipal League's challenge of AT&T tariff at PUCO

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The January 16, 2025 regular meeting of the Fairlawn Board of Zoning and Building Appeals has been cancelled due to no new business to consider. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 20, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled; no items discussed or decided

Residential Housing Assistance Board

The Residential Housing Assistance Board will hold a meeting to elect officers and review two new applications for reimbursement for the installation of water control devices. No minutes are available for approval. The board will also handle any other business before adjourning.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• New application from Jennifer Poda at 168 Caladonia Avenue for water control device reimbursement
• New application from Margaret Willett at 165 Trunko Road for water control device reimbursement

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for January 9, 2025, has been cancelled because there is no new business to consider. The next regular meeting is set for February 13, 2025.

Planning Commission

The Fairlawn Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 9, 2025, starting with the election of officers and approval of November 21, 2024 minutes. New business includes a lot split for 47.4 acres in Rosemont Green PUD and a conditional use/site plan for a drive-up ATM at 2870 W. Market Street. Old business includes final subdivision plan approvals for Phases 3 and 4 of The Links residential subdivision.

• Lot split and consolidation plat for 47.4 acres in Rosemont Green PUD to create three parcels (PC2025-001)
• Conditional use approval for drive-up ATM at Citizens Bank, 2870 W. Market Street (PC2025-002)
• Final/minor site plan approval for drive-up ATM at 2870 W. Market Street (PC2025-003)
• Final subdivision plan and plat for Phase 3 of The Links subdivision on parcel #0904181 (PC2024-020)
• Final subdivision plan and plat for Phase 4 of The Links subdivision on parcel #0904181 (PC2024-021)

City Council Agenda

Fairlawn City Council will elect officers for 2025 and consider several appointments, including the reappointment of Fire Chief Richard L. Dobson after his DROP retirement. The council will also vote on ordinances increasing the hourly compensation for the Prosecutor and Magistrate from rates frozen since 2000 to $100 per hour, and discuss the proposed natural gas aggregation program plan.

• Reappointment of Richard L. Dobson as Fire Chief effective Feb. 24, 2025, at pay range 25 Step I salary
• Ordinance to set Prosecutor compensation at $100 per hour (amending Section 234.03)
• Ordinance to set Magistrate compensation at $100 per hour (amending Section 290.01)
• Ordinance adopting the Fairlawn Natural Gas Aggregation Program Plan
• Reappointment of Katie Lancianese to the Residential Housing Assistance Board for a three-year term