Green, OH

Committee Meetings

The City of Green's committee meetings include third readings of ordinances granting 100% property tax exemptions for 30 years on improvements to properties owned by Arlington Ridge Market Place, LLC (Chick-fil-A) and Bull Run Ventures, LLC (Brenneman Group). The council will also consider a third reading authorizing the mayor to sign an agreement with Aqua Ohio, Inc., for which a public hearing was held on August 11, 2026. Additionally, the Public Safety Committee will review renewals of Class C & D retail liquor licenses and a new C-1 & C-2 license for CVS Pharmacy at 3761 Massillon Road.

• Third reading: 30-year, 100% property tax exemption for Chick-fil-A improvements (Ordinance 2026-20)
• Third reading: 30-year, 100% property tax exemption for Brenneman Group improvements (Ordinance 2026-21)
• Third reading: Agreement with Aqua Ohio, Inc. (Ordinance 2026-19)
• Renewal of all Class C & D retail liquor licenses effective October 1, 2026
• New C-1 & C-2 liquor license for CVS Pharmacy, 3761 Massillon Road

City Council

The Green City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including tax increment financing (TIF) agreements for Chick-fil-A and Brenneman Group, a road resurfacing project with ODOT, and routine financial approvals. The meeting also includes first readings of resolutions related to state funding and tax levies, plus liquor license renewals.

• 2026-20: 30-year, 100% property tax exemption for Chick-fil-A improvements
• 2026-21: 30-year, 100% property tax exemption for Brenneman Group improvements
• 2026-R43: Resurfacing SR-619 and SR-241 with ODOT cooperation
• 2026-R44: Resolution to advance property tax funds from Summit County
• 2026-R45: Accepting tax rates and levies for CY2027

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request by Redwood USA, LLC to rezone about 29.8 acres at Massillon Road and Stein Road from I to R-2, and will review a proposed text amendment to residential driveway width standards in the land development code. The meeting also includes approval of the July 15, 2026 minutes and reports from the director and council liaison.

• Rezoning of approximately 29.8 acres at Massillon Road and Stein Road from I to R-2 (Redwood USA, LLC)
• Text amendment to Section 157.134(7)(B) on parking, loading, stacking regulations and driveway widths
• Approval of July 15, 2026 meeting minutes

Committee Meetings

The City of Green Council committees meet to discuss and advance several items, including a resolution to add Flock safety cameras to the Summit County Sheriff policing contract, ordinances granting 30-year property tax exemptions for improvements to Chick-fil-A and Brenneman Group properties, and multiple charter amendments to be placed before voters. The agenda also includes third readings for creating two new clerk positions, awarding a concrete repair contract, and various charter changes.

• 2026-R26AA: Second amendment to Summit County Sheriff policing contract to include Flock safety cameras (emergency)
• 2026-20: 100% real property tax exemption for 30 years for Arlington Ridge Market Place LLC (Chick-fil-A) improvements
• 2026-21: 100% real property tax exemption for 30 years for Bull Run Ventures LLC (Brenneman Group) improvements
• 2026-19: Agreement with Aqua Ohio, Inc. for water/wastewater services (public hearing at 7:00 PM)
• 2026-R38: Award contract to Kunkle & Sons for 2026 Misc. Concrete Repairs

City Council

City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on renewing the water service agreement with Aqua Ohio, Inc. Council will also take final votes on several items, including tax exemptions for Chick-fil-A and Brenneman Group improvements, a policing contract amendment adding Flock safety cameras, and multiple charter amendments to be placed before voters.

• Public hearing on 2026-19, agreement renewal with Aqua Ohio, Inc.
• Second reading of 2026-20: 100% real property tax exemption for 30 years for Chick-fil-A improvements
• Second reading of 2026-21: 100% real property tax exemption for 30 years for Brenneman Group improvements
• Third reading of 2026-R26AA: amendment to Summit County Sheriff policing contract to include Flock safety cameras
• Third readings of charter amendments (2026-R30A through 2026-R37) to be submitted to voters

Veterans Advisory Commission

The Veterans Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss various topics, including meeting frequency and new members. The agenda is mostly procedural, with updates on unfinished business and new events, such as the Trick or Treat Trail and Veterans Day plans.

• Trick or Treat Trail on October 17, 2026
• Adding 2 new members to the Commission

City Council

City Council will hold public hearings on several proposed changes to the City Charter, including the form of government and Parks and Recreation Board duties. The body is also considering a contract with the Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) and a policing contract amendment for Flock safety cameras.

• Proposed Charter amendments regarding 'strong' form of government, electronic notifications, and Parks and Recreation Board powers
• Ordinance 2026-15 to contract with Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) for income tax administration
• Resolution 2026-R26AA to amend policing contract with Summit County Sheriff to include Flock safety cameras
• Proposed 30-year real property tax exemptions for Chick-fil-A and Brennaman Group
• Resolution 2026-R38 awarding a contract to Kunkle & Sons for 2026 miscellaneous concrete repairs

The City Council approved a contract with the Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) for administration, collection, and enforcement of the municipal income tax, with Councilman Brandenburg voting no. The council also approved several other items, including a modified appropriations resolution, leases with the school district for a bus garage, and a grant agreement with Hoover Kacyon, LLC. Public hearings were held on a drive-thru bypass lane ordinance and seven charter amendments, but no final votes were taken on those items.

• Approved RITA income tax contract (6-1)
• Approved modified appropriations resolution (6-1)
• Approved building lease with Green Local Schools (7-0)
• Approved ground lease with Green Local Schools (7-0)
• Approved MEDG grant with Hoover Kacyon, LLC (7-0)
• Approved June financial report subject to audit (7-0)
• Approved June 23 council minutes (7-0)

Committee Meetings

City committees are reviewing several proposed changes to the City Charter, including the form of government and public notice methods. The body is also considering new city employee positions and contracts for policing and infrastructure.

• Public hearings for charter amendments regarding government form, public notices, and Parks and Recreation board duties
• Proposed contract with Summit County Sheriff to include Flock safety cameras
• Proposed building and ground lease agreements with Green Local School District for a bus garage on parcel 2817723
• Creation of Accounts Payable Clerk and Member Services Clerk positions
• Contract award to Kunkle & Sons for 2026 miscellaneous concrete repairs

The Finance Committee supported moving Ordinance 2026-15 (RITA income tax administration contract) to a vote at the regular meeting, with a motion to adopt expected. The Public Safety Committee discussed amendments to the Flock camera policing contract, but the county rejected several proposed safeguards; the law director will amend the agreement accordingly. The Planning Committee heard public testimony on Megan's Way Out drive-thru bypass legislation. Several other items, including a modified appropriations resolution for drilling inspections and joint bus garage leases, were advanced for first reading passage.

• Approved minutes of June 23, 2026 committee meeting (7-0)
• Finance Committee supported moving RITA contract (2026-15) to regular meeting vote
• Finance Committee supported first reading passage of modified appropriations (2026-R40) for drilling inspections
• Finance Committee supported first reading passage of bus garage building lease (2026-R41)
• Finance Committee supported first reading passage of bus garage ground lease (2026-R42)
• Public Safety Committee discussed Flock camera contract amendments; county rejected changes, law director to amend
• Planning Committee heard public comment on Megan's Way Out drive-thru bypass ordinance (2026-10AA)
• Committee of the Whole discussed charter amendments (2026-R30A through 2026-R37) for public hearings

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review two variance requests from Green residents. One homeowner seeks permission to build a six-foot fence in the front yard, while another wants to place a shed in the side yard instead of the required rear yard. The board will evaluate these requests against the city's planning and development code before making a decision.

• Variance request for a 6-foot front-yard fence at 2424 Lyndon Dr.
• Variance request for a side-yard accessory structure at 980 E. Nimisila Rd.
• Review of site plans, GIS maps, and utility correspondence for both cases.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Green Planning and Zoning Commission will review a site plan for a gas station at 4053 S. Main Street. The meeting will also include the approval of previous minutes and a director's report.

• Site Plan Review for Friendly Express Gas Station
• Location: 4053 S. Main Street
• Zoning: B-1
• Approval of June 17, 2026 Meeting Minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will evaluate the proposed site plan, elevations, and landscape plans for a new gas station. The project is located at 4053 S. Main Street.

• Site plan review for Friendly Express Gas Station (4053 S. Main Street)

Committee Meetings

The Green City Council will review multiple bond ordinances totaling nearly $20 million for road projects and general obligation refunding. Planning and economic development committees will consider a new residential plat for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V and a municipal grant for Hoover Kacyon LLC. Public safety and personnel committees will address liquor license transfers, a Sheriff contract for Flock cameras, and a firefighter collective bargaining report.

• $12,865,000 in GO bond refunding and $6,800,000 in new bonds for Southwood Drive and street improvements.
• Approval of final plat and performance bond for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V.
• Amendment to the Summit County Sheriff policing contract to include Flock safety cameras.
• Municipal economic development grant agreement with Hoover Kacyon, LLC.
• Public hearing scheduled for July 28 on planning code changes for drive-through bypass lanes.

The Rules and Personnel Committee held an executive session on a fact-finder's report regarding the firefighter union contract and gave first reading support to a resolution accepting the report. The Finance Committee advanced several bond ordinances and a resolution to contract with the Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) for municipal income tax collection, citing estimated annual savings of $300,000-$350,000. The Public Safety Committee advanced a resolution to amend the Summit County Sheriff policing contract to include Flock safety cameras, with the county expected to respond to council questions by July 28. The Planning Committee advanced a final plat for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V and a municipal economic development grant for Hoover Kacyon, LLC.

• Approved June 9, 2026 committee meeting minutes (7-0)
• Held executive session on collective bargaining fact-finder report (7-0)
• Advanced 2026-R39 accepting fact-finder's report on IAFF contract for first reading
• Advanced 2026-R27AA modifying appropriations for additional funding
• Advanced bond ordinances for Southwood Drive, street improvements, and refunding (2026-11, 12, 13, 14)
• Advanced 2026-15 authorizing RITA contract for income tax collection
• Advanced 2026-R26AA amending policing contract for Flock cameras
• Advanced 2026-R25 final plat for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V

City Council

The Council is reviewing several proposed changes to the City Charter, including updates to government descriptions and public notice methods. Additionally, they are considering various bond ordinances for street improvements, the Southwood Drive extension, and debt refinancing.

• Charter amendments regarding government form, meeting notifications, and publication methods
• $12,865,000 bond for refinancing existing General Obligation bonds
• $3,900,000 bond for various street improvements
• $1,500,000 and $1,400,000 bonds for Southwood Drive extension phases I and II
• Contract award to Kunkle & Sons for 2026 concrete repairs

The Green City Council approved the fact-finder's report for the collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 2964, authorized several bond issues totaling over $19 million for road and infrastructure projects, and introduced multiple charter amendments for voter consideration. The council also approved a contract for concrete repairs and liquor license transfers without hearings.

• Adopted fact-finder's report for IAFF Local 2964 collective bargaining agreement (7-0)
• Authorized $1.5M bond for Southwood Drive Phase I note retirement (7-0)
• Authorized $3.9M bond for street improvements (7-0)
• Authorized $1.4M bond for Southwood Drive Phase II (7-0)
• Authorized $12.865M refunding bonds for 2016/2020 GO bonds (7-0)
• Approved $1.5M bond for Southwood Drive Phase I note retirement (7-0)
• Approved final plat and performance bond for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V (7-0)
• Approved liquor license transfers for MAPCO and Fresh Food Deli without hearings (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering multiple requests for property variances. These include adjustments for driveway widths, rear setbacks for home additions and decks, side setbacks for a shed, and height/placement requirements for a detached garage.

• Driveway width variance at 3747 Chesterfield Dr.
• Rear setback variance for a covered deck at 4442 Broadley Cir.
• Rear setback variance for a deck at 3849 Heron Watch Dr.
• Side setback variance for a shed at 852 Redwood Dr.
• Front yard placement and height variance for a detached garage at 3526 Mayfair Rd.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all five variance requests on the agenda. These included a 2-foot driveway width variance for Donald Sedlock & Haley Burk, a 12-foot rear setback variance for Translucent, LLC, a 10-foot rear setback variance for Thomas DeMinico, a 1-foot side setback variance for Larry Beyes, and two variances for James & Laura Brott allowing a front-yard detached garage and a 10-foot height increase. The board also approved the minutes from the May 21, 2026 meeting. All votes were 4-0, with Board Member Shultz absent.

• Approved a 2-foot driveway width variance for Donald Sedlock & Haley Burk at 3747 Chesterfield Dr. (4-0).
• Approved a 12-foot rear setback variance for Translucent, LLC for a covered deck at 4442 Broadley Cir. (4-0).
• Approved a 10-foot rear setback variance for Thomas DeMinico for a deck at 3849 Heron Watch Dr. (4-0).
• Approved a 1-foot side setback variance for Larry Beyes for a shed at 852 Redwood Dr. (4-0).
• Approved variances for James & Laura Brott at 3526 Mayfair Rd. to allow a front-yard detached garage and a 10-foot height increase (4-0).
• Approved the meeting minutes from May 21, 2026 (4-0).

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a text amendment to drive-thru facility regulations (Section 157.134(5)(C)) and review several site plans, including a new Dairy Queen at 4015 Massillon Road. Other items include a lot split at 4500 Mayfair Road, a sign review for Akron's Finest Mulch at 4590 Massillon Road, and a community room site plan for The Chapel at 1800 Raber Road.

• 26-25: Text amendment to drive-thru parking and stacking regulations
• 26-22: Dairy Queen site plan review at 4015 Massillon Road
• 26-17: Federan lot split (minor subdivision variance) at 4500 Mayfair Road
• 26-19: Akron's Finest Mulch ID sign review at 4590 Massillon Road
• 26-21: The Chapel community room site plan at 1800 Raber Road

City Council

Council will vote on multiple bond ordinances totaling $19.7M for street improvements, the Southwood Drive extension, and refinancing old debt. New legislation includes an economic development grant, a federal grant application for a fire engine, and a RITA tax administration contract. Several zoning and development items are also advancing, including the Greensburg Meadow rezoning and a 30-year tax exemption for Dunkin Donuts improvements.

• 2026-12: $3.9M bond for street improvements including Arlington and Boettler Roads
• 2026-14: $12.865M bond refunding 2016 and 2020 general obligation bonds
• 2026-08: Rezoning ~31 acres at Greensburg Rd & Winning Way from R-1 to Planned Development for Greensburg Meadow
• 2026-09: 100% property tax exemption for 30 years on Dunkin Donuts improvements (SLW Development)
• 2026-R29: Applying for FY2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grant to purchase a fire engine

The council adopted Ordinance 2026-08 to rezone 31 acres at Greensburg Road and Winning Way from R-1 to Planned Development for Greensburg Meadow, with a 4-3 vote. Also approved a 30-year property tax exemption for Dunkin Donuts improvements (7-0) and authorized a grant application for a fire engine (7-0). Several second-reading items were continued to future meetings.

• Adopted Greensburg Meadow rezoning (2026-08) 4-3
• Approved 30-year TIF for Dunkin Donuts improvements (2026-09) 7-0
• Authorized fire engine grant application (2026-R29) 7-0
• Approved not requesting hearing for Friendly Express liquor license (7-0)
• Approved April 2026 financial report (7-0)
• Approved May 26, 2026 council minutes (7-0)

Committee Meetings

The City of Green committees will consider second readings of several bond ordinances totaling over $19 million for street improvements and debt refunding, a rezoning of 31 acres for a planned development, and an amendment to the policing contract to add Flock safety cameras. A first reading authorizes applying for a federal grant to purchase a fire engine.

• Bond issuance up to $12.865M to refund 2016 and 2020 general obligation bonds
• Bond issuance up to $3.9M for Arlington and Boettler road improvements
• Rezoning 31 acres at Greensburg Road and Winning Way from R-1 to Planned Development
• Amendment to policing contract with Summit County Sheriff to include Flock safety cameras
• First reading for AFG grant application to purchase a fire engine

The City of Green committee meetings were primarily procedural, with no final votes on legislation. The Finance Committee reviewed multiple bond ordinances for street and infrastructure projects, all of which will be requested for time at the regular meeting. The Public Safety Committee discussed a Flock camera contract but did not take a final vote; it also supported first reading passage of a resolution to apply for an AFG grant for a new fire engine. The Planning Committee reviewed a zoning change for 31 acres but did not vote. The only formal vote was approval of the previous meeting minutes (7-0).

• Approved May 26, 2026 committee meeting minutes (7-0)
• Committee supports moving Friendly Express 7 liquor license forward (no hearing requested)
• Committee supports first reading passage of AFG grant resolution for fire engine (2026-R29)
• Finance Committee will request time at regular meeting for bond ordinances (2026-11, 12, 13, 14) and appropriation resolution (2026-R27AA)
• Public Safety Committee will request time at regular meeting for Flock camera contract (2026-R26A)
• Planning Committee reviewed Greensburg Road zoning change (2026-08) but took no action

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review four business items including a signage application for Akron's Finest Mulch at 4590 Massillon Road, site plans for a community room at The Chapel in Green at 1800 Raber Road, and a Dairy Queen at 4015 Massillon Road. Unfinished business includes a site plan for the Friendly Express Gas Station at 4053 S. Main Street.

• Signage review for Akron's Finest Mulch at 4590 Massillon Rd
• Site plan review for The Chapel Community Room at 1800 Raber Rd
• Site plan review for Dairy Queen at 4015 Massillon Rd
• Unfinished business: site plan review for Friendly Express Gas Station at 4053 S. Main St

Veterans Advisory Commission

The Veterans Advisory Commission will recap Memorial Day events and hear an update on the Veteran Friendly Businesses Project. They will also approve previous minutes and discuss a summer recess.

• Introduction of new commission member Kyle Moore
• Approval of May 5, 2026 VAC minutes
• Memorial Day event recap
• Veteran Friendly Businesses Project update
• Discussion of summer recess

The Veterans Advisory Commission approved taking July 7 as a summer recess and discussed adding two new seats to the commission, which all members supported. They also tabled a proposal to meet bi-monthly until the August meeting. The commission approved the May 5, 2026 minutes and adjourned.

• Approved July 7 as summer recess (unanimous)
• Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled bi-monthly meeting proposal until August
• Agreed to support adding two new commission seats (discussion only)

City Council

Council holds a public hearing and is expected to vote on rezoning 31 acres at Greensburg Road and Winning Way from R-1 to Planned Development for Greensburg Meadow. Also considers multiple bond ordinances for road projects (Southwood Drive extension, Arlington Boettler road improvements, and refunding bonds) totaling over $19 million. Other items include a policing contract with Summit County Sheriff's Office including Flock safety cameras, and a resolution supporting a unified ZIP code for Green.

• Public hearing and third reading of ordinance to rezone 31 acres at Greensburg Rd & Winning Way to Planned Development (Greensburg Meadow)
• Authorization of $1.5M bonds to retire notes for Southwood Drive Phase I
• Authorization of $3.9M bonds for Arlington Boettler road improvements
• Authorization of $1.4M bonds for Southwood Drive Phase II
• Authorization of $12.865M bonds to refund portions of 2016 and 2020 general obligation bonds

Council adopted Resolution 2026-R28 supporting Senate Bill 4505 for a single unified zip code for Green, bypassing committee and three-reading rules. They also approved salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees (2026-R23). Previous meeting minutes were approved. A public hearing on the Greensburg Meadow rezoning was held, but no vote was taken.

• Adopted 2026-R28 supporting unified zip code resolution (7-0)
• Adopted 2026-R23 authorizing salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees (7-0)
• Approved May 12, 2026 Council meeting minutes (7-0)

Committee Meetings

The City of Green committees will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including third readings of a rezoning for Greensburg Meadow Planned Development (with a public hearing at 7 PM), salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees, and a resolution to accept NOPEC grant funds. A second reading of a tax increment financing (TIF) agreement for Dunkin Donuts improvements and a first reading of a resolution supporting a unified ZIP code for the city will also be considered.

• Third reading and public hearing on rezoning 31 acres at Greensburg Road and Winning Way from R-1 to PD (Planned Development)
• Third reading of resolution authorizing salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees (2026-R23)
• Second reading of ordinance for 100% real property tax exemption on Dunkin Donuts improvements for 30 years (2026-09)
• First reading of resolution supporting Senate Bill 4505 to assign a single unified ZIP code for Green (2026-R28)
• Third reading of resolution to accept NOPEC 2026 Early Access New Member Grant funds (2026-R22)

The Finance Committee approved a resolution granting salary adjustments averaging 3.25% for non-bargaining employees, set to be adopted at the regular meeting. The Intergovernmental & Utilities Committee approved a resolution accepting a NOPEC early access grant for electric projects. The Planning Committee held a public hearing on the Greensburg Meadow rezoning but deferred action; a TIF for Dunkin Donuts had a second reading with no committee vote. The unified zip code resolution received a first reading with passage requested.

• Approved salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees (3.25% average; committee consensus, moves to full council)
• Approved NOPEC 2026 Early Access New Member Grant funds acceptance (committee consensus, moves to full council)
• Advanced Resolution supporting unified zip code (Senate Bill 4505) on first reading with passage requested (committee consensus)
• Heard second reading of Dunkin Donuts TIF ordinance (no committee action taken)
• Held public hearing on Greensburg Meadow rezoning (no committee vote; to be considered at regular council meeting)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is considering three separate requests for variances to the Planning and Development Code. These requests involve driveway widths and the placement and setbacks of residential accessory structures.

• Driveway width variance for 6267 Caribou Dr. to allow 36 feet within 10 feet of the road right-of-way
• 4-foot right side setback variance for an accessory structure at 1584 Briarwood Way
• 24-foot front setback variance for an accessory structure at 6287 Caribou Dr.
• Request to permit an accessory structure in the front yard at 6287 Caribou Dr.

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance for a 36-foot-wide driveway at 6267 Caribou Dr. (2-1) and approved a 4-foot side setback variance for an accessory structure at 1584 Briarwood Way (3-0). A request for two variances for an accessory structure at 6287 Caribou Dr. failed (2-1). The board also approved the April 16, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Denied 12-ft driveway width variance for 6267 Caribou Dr. (2-1)
• Approved 4-ft side setback variance for accessory at 1584 Briarwood Way (3-0)
• Denied front setback and front-yard accessory variances for 6287 Caribou Dr. (2-1)
• Approved April 16, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission is reviewing proposed amendments to establish a new city procurement system, exempting Green from Ohio competitive bidding requirements. Other items include changes to the Mayor's appointment powers and a comprehensive rewrite of the Director of Law article covering election, qualifications, and compensation. Public comment will be taken.

• Proposed charter sections x.1-x.6 allow the city to bypass Ohio competitive bidding laws and use methods like direct negotiation and RFPs
• Council would set bidding thresholds and may waive competitive bidding with a 5-member vote; exceptions for professional services, emergencies, sole source
• Mayor's removal of an appointed Law Director would require two-thirds council approval
• Director of Law would be elected for a 4-year term, must be a Green resident and licensed Ohio attorney for 5 years
• Director of Law compensation: part-time at least 75% of highest-paid city director, full-time at least equal to highest-paid director

City Council

Council will discuss and vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a rezoning for a 31-acre planned development at Greensburg Road and Winning Way, tax exemptions for two businesses (Dunkin Donuts and Akron's Finest Mulch), and contracts for road improvement projects on Arlington Road and Southwood Drive. The rezoning public hearing is scheduled for May 26.

• Rezoning 31 acres at Greensburg Road and Winning Way from R-1 to Planned Development (Greensburg Meadow)
• 30-year 100% tax exemption for improvements to Dunkin Donuts parcel (SLW Development)
• 30-year 100% tax exemption for improvements to Akron's Finest Mulch parcel (Halasa Properties)
• Contract award to Xtreme Elements for Arlington Road Corridor Improvements (Project SUM 15-3.55)
• Contract award to Cavanaugh Building Corporation for Southwood Drive Phase 2

The council awarded a contract for Arlington Road Corridor Improvements to Xtreme Elements LLC, approved a 30-year tax incentive for Akron's Finest Mulch, and authorized salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved Arlington Road Corridor Improvements contract (7-0)
• Approved Southwood Drive Phase 2 contract (7-0)
• Approved 30-year TIF for Akron's Finest Mulch (7-0)
• Approved salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees (7-0)
• Approved investment advisory agreement with U.S. Bank (7-0)
• Approved dedication plat for Southwood Drive Phase 2 (7-0)
• Accepted NOPEC early access grant (7-0)
• No hearing requested for Dockside Grille liquor license transfer (7-0)

Committee Meetings

The City of Green committees are meeting to discuss and vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Notable items include a rezoning of 31 acres for the Greensburg Meadow planned development, contract awards for road projects, and salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees. A public hearing on the rezoning is set for May 26.

• Ordinance to rezone 31 acres at Greensburg Road/Winning Way from R-1 to PD for Greensburg Meadow (public hearing May 26)
• Resolution awarding contract to Xtreme Elements, LLC for Arlington Road Corridor Improvements (SUM 15-3.55)
• Resolution awarding contract to Cavanaugh Building Corporation for Southwood Drive Phase 2
• Resolution authorizing funds for salary adjustments to non-bargaining employees
• Ordinance granting 100% property tax exemption for 30 years to Halasa Properties (Akron's Finest Mulch)

The Transportation Committee recommended awarding the Arlington Road Corridor Improvements contract to Xtreme Elements, LLC. Other committees recommended approval of a TIF for Akron's Finest Mulch, a rezoning for Greensburg Meadow, and salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees. Council approved the previous meeting minutes and held an executive session on pending litigation.

• Approved April 28 committee meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended awarding Arlington Road Corridor Improvements contract to Xtreme Elements, LLC
• Recommended awarding Southwood Drive Phase 2 contract to Cavanaugh Building Corporation
• Recommended entering investment advisory agreement with U.S. Bank, saving $4,300/year
• Recommended 3.25% salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees
• Recommended approving Southwood Drive dedication plat
• Recommended TIF for Akron's Finest Mulch (100% exemption for 30 years)
• Recommended rezoning 31 acres for Greensburg Meadow (public hearing May 26)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a site plan review for the proposed Friendly Express Gas Station at 4053 S. Main Street. The board will consider whether the design meets zoning and aesthetic standards.

• Site plan review for Friendly Express Gas Station at 4053 S. Main Street (B-1 zoning)

Veterans Advisory Commission

The Veterans Advisory Commission will discuss plans for Memorial Day, review the Veteran Friendly Businesses program, and consider a Veterans Hall of Fame nomination. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Discuss Memorial Day event details
• Review Veteran Friendly Businesses initiative
• Consider Veterans Hall of Fame nomination
• Approve minutes from April 7, 2026 meeting

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission is meeting primarily to review and discuss outstanding items from previous meetings. The agenda includes procedural steps such as approving minutes from the prior meeting and hearing public comment.

• Review, discuss and/or vote on outstanding Old Business items (TMP-5339)

Committee Meetings

The Finance Committee will review first quarter income tax collections. The Planning Committee will consider a resolution for Southwood Drive Phase 2 dedication plat and an ordinance granting a 30-year property tax exemption for improvements by Halasa Properties (Akron's Finest Mulch). The Transportation Committee will vote on contracts for pavement markings, resurfacing, Arlington Road corridor improvements, and Southwood Drive Phase 2 construction. The Public Safety Committee has a second reading of a contract with Oriana House for community correctional services.

• 30-year TIF for Akron's Finest Mulch improvements
• Oriana House community corrections contract (second reading)
• Southwood Drive Phase 2 dedication plat resolution
• Contract awards: pavement markings ($), resurfacing ($), Arlington Road corridor ($)
• Southwood Drive Phase 2 construction contract (first reading)

The committees reviewed several resolutions including road resurfacing, pavement markings, Arlington Road corridor improvements, Southwood Drive Phase 2, and a TIF for Akron's Finest Mulch, but took no final votes. Only the previous meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved minutes of April 14, 2026 committee meeting (7-0)

City Council

Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a rezoning of 31 acres for a planned development, road improvement contracts, a tax increment financing agreement, and salary adjustments. A public hearing on the rezoning is scheduled for May 26. The meeting also includes approvals of minutes, financial reports, and committee reports.

• Rezoning of 31 acres at NE corner Greensburg Road and Winning Way from R-1 to PD (public hearing May 26)
• Resolution awarding contract to Cavanaugh Building Corp. for Southwood Drive Phase 2 (emergency)
• Resolution awarding contract to Barbicas Construction for 2026 Resurfacing Project
• Ordinance granting 100% property tax exemption for 30 years to Halas Properties (Akron's Finest Mulch)
• Resolution authorizing salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees

City Council unanimously approved three resolutions: awarding the 2026 pavement markings contract to Aero-Mark Company LLC, the 2026 resurfacing project contract to Barbicas Construction Co, and authorizing an agreement with Oriana House for community correctional services. All votes were 7-0. Council also introduced several new items including the Greensburg Meadow rezoning ordinance, setting a public hearing for May 26.

• Approved 2026 Pavement Markings contract to Aero-Mark Company LLC (7-0)
• Approved 2026 Resurfacing contract to Barbicas Construction Co (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-R19 for Oriana House community corrections agreement (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 14 council meeting (7-0)
• Approved March 2026 electronic financial report, subject to audit (7-0)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission is continuing its review of the city charter by discussing Article IX (Charter Amendment and Review) and Article X (Initiative, Referendum, and Recall). The meeting will include public comment on each article.

• Review of Article IX: Charter Amendment and Review
• Review of Article X: Initiative, Referendum, and Recall

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear three appeals and variance requests. The main item is Desmond Wertheimer's appeal of the Planning and Zoning Commission's approval of the SELU Commercial Development. Two other requests involve height and location variances for detached garages.

• Appeal by Desmond Wertheimer of PZC approval for SELU Commercial Development at 3929 S. Main St.
• Douglas Kettering requests 1' height variance for a 19' detached garage (max 18') at 3949 Cottage Grove Rd.
• Donald Frank requests variance to build detached garage in side yard (required rear) at 5519 Arlington Rd.
• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2026 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals heard an appeal by Desmond Wertheimer regarding the Planning and Zoning Commission's conditional approval of the SELU Commercial Development. The board reviewed procedural and substantive criteria but the minutes do not include any vote or final decision. The meeting adjourned without recording an outcome.

• Appeal of SELU Commercial Development (BZA2026-0005) heard; decision not recorded in provided minutes