Norton public meetings in 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Ion Station Properties, LLC for property at 1760 Wadsworth Rd. The applicant seeks relief from the minimum lot width requirement of 200 feet. The board will also consider approving the minutes from November 19, 2024, and other routine matters.

• BZA A16-2024: Variance request by Ion Station Properties, LLC for PPN 46-03474 at 1760 Wadsworth Rd, seeking exception from Section 1280.04(B) minimum lot width of 200 ft
• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024 meeting
• Roll call and adjournment

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for Ion Station Properties, LLC to split a lot at 1760 Wadsworth Rd., allowing a parcel with only 73 feet of frontage instead of the required 200 feet. The variance includes a condition that a 73-foot perpetual opening be maintained on the west side (Lot 3). The board also approved the November 19, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved variance for lot split at 1760 Wadsworth Rd. (5-0)
• Condition: 73-ft perpetual opening on Lot 3 west side
• Approved November 19, 2024 minutes (5-0)

City Council

Council will hold first readings of three ordinances: a six-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis businesses, a $108,530 truck purchase for the Service Department, and a $50,535 down payment for fire truck remounting. A resolution of appreciation for Fire Chief Mike Schultz is also on the agenda.

• Ord. 137-2024: Six-month moratorium on applications and zoning certificates for adult-use cannabis businesses
• Ord. 135-2024: Purchase of a Freightliner M2 106 Plus for the Service Department from Great Lakes Truck Center for $108,530
• Ord. 136-2024: Down payment for remounting services for the Fire Department from Life Line at $50,535
• Resolution of Appreciation for Fire Chief Mike Schultz

Council voted 6-0 to adopt Ord. No. 137-2024, extending the moratorium on adult-use cannabis businesses for up to six months, with emergency language. It also introduced three ordinances for first reading: a Freightliner M2 truck purchase for the Service Department ($108,530), a down payment for fire truck remounting services ($50,535), and the cannabis moratorium itself. The meeting included recognitions for retiring Fire Chief Mike Schultz and reports on ongoing projects.

• Adopted Ord. No. 137-2024 extending adult-use cannabis moratorium for six months (6-0)
• Introduced Ord. No. 135-2024 for purchase of Freightliner M2 truck for Service Dept, cost not to exceed $108,530
• Introduced Ord. No. 136-2024 for down payment on fire truck remounting services, cost not to exceed $50,535
• Approved minutes of December 2, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The Norton Planning Commission will meet on December 10, 2024, to conduct a preliminary site plan review (SPR 14-2024) for a property at 50 31st Street SW owned by GSA Equipment. The project proposes a building for outdoor equipment sales with parking and utilities. The commission will also consider the minutes from its November 13, 2024 meeting.

• Preliminary site plan review for outdoor equipment sales facility at 50 31st Street SW (PPN 46-09600)
• Property owner: GSA Equipment; sketch plan prepared by CIVPRO Engineering
• Project includes building, outdoor equipment sales area, parking, and utilities
• Application fee of $300 noted on the submitted form
• Consideration of November 13, 2024 Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission held a preliminary site plan review for GSA Equipment's relocation from Barberton to Norton at 50 31st Street SW. No formal decision was made; the commission provided comments and reassurance. The applicant is working through septic and EPA issues, with construction hoped for summer 2025.

• Approved minutes from November 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Reviewed preliminary site plan for GSA Equipment (no vote, preliminary only)

Board of Control

The Board of Control will meet to discuss awarding contracts for a service department vehicle, fire department remounting services, and a memorial bench.

• Purchase of a Freightliner M2 106 Plus chassis from Great Lakes Truck Center not to exceed $108,530.00
• Down payment for Norton Fire Department remounting services not to exceed $50,535.00
• Purchase of a Veterans Memorial bench for Norton Police and Fire not to exceed $5,000.00

City Council

The council will enter executive session to prepare for collective bargaining, then hold committee work sessions. Final votes (third readings) are scheduled on multiple equipment purchases for police and fire departments, including Flock Falcon cameras ($63,250), body cameras ($155,827), Tasers ($115,665), and extrication tools ($74,470). Also up for a third reading is a rezoning of parcel 46-09599 from B-3 to R-1. A resolution on water fund reimbursement is on second reading.

• Third reading of Ord. 133-2024: authorize Flock Falcon cameras for police at up to $63,250
• Third reading of Ord. 132-2024: authorize body cameras and accessories from Axon for police at up to $155,827
• Third reading of Ord. 131-2024: authorize Tasers and accessories from Axon for police at up to $115,665
• Third reading of Ord. 126-2024: rezone parcel 46-09599 from B-3 to R-1
• Third reading of Ord. 128-2024: authorize battery-powered extrication tools and SCBA mask voice amplifiers for fire/EMS at up to $74,470

Parks and Cemetery

The Norton Parks and Cemetery Board will discuss updates on the Veterans Memorial and plans for Christmas in the Park. They will also consider lighting at Williams Park Gazebo and other planning updates. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the items are listed for discussion.

• Veterans Memorial Update
• Christmas in the Park
• Lights at Williams Park Gazebo
• Planning Updates

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request (BZA A15-2024) from Noah Salem to build a new home at 3552 Woodlawn Drive. The variance concerns area requirements under Section 1262.04(A)(B) for new home construction on a 0.53-acre lot zoned RL Residential. The meeting also includes roll call, old business, and approval of the October 15, 2024 minutes.

• Variance request for new home construction at 3552 Woodlawn Drive (parcel 4603722)
• Applicant seeks exception to area requirements under Section 1262.04(A)(B) of the zoning code
• Property zoned RL Residential, 0.53 acres
• Application includes soil evaluation report and proposed plans for a 30'x50'x26'3" home
• Single new business item; no other substantive matters listed

City Council

The council will hold an executive session and a public hearing on rezoning parcel 4609599. It will consider first readings of over $466,000 in police and fire equipment purchases, including body cameras, Tasers, and extrication tools. Also on the agenda are second and third readings of the rezoning and lease renewals, and a resolution for a $247,500 state grant for the Hametown Road Waterline project.

• Public hearing and first/second reading of ordinances to rezone parcel 4609599 from B-3 to R-1.
• Purchase of battery-powered extrication tools and SCBA mask voice amplifiers for Fire/EMS from Howell Rescue Systems at a cost not to exceed $74,470.
• Purchase of body cameras and accessories from Axon Enterprises for Police Department at a cost not to exceed $155,827.25.
• Purchase of Tasers and accessories from Axon Enterprises for Police Department at a cost not to exceed $115,665.
• Resolution to declare intent to reimburse Water Fund for Hametown Road Waterline project with proceeds of tax-exempt debt up to $247,500.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will discuss updates to civil service rules and consider the retirement of Norton Fire Chief Schultz, effective December 31, 2024. The commission will also authorize promotional examinations for the fire chief position on January 15, 2025, and for assistant chief or lieutenant on February 5, 2025.

• Review of Civil Service Rules
• Fire Chief Schultz retirement effective December 31, 2024
• Promotional examination for Fire Chief on January 15, 2025
• Promotional examination for Assistant Chief or Lieutenant on February 5, 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a revised final site plan for a proposed quick-service coffee franchise. The project involves placing a 444 square foot modular building on a vacant lot.

• Site plan review for 3921 S. Cleveland Massillon Road (PPN 46-00695)
• Proposed 444 sq ft drive-thru only modular building by Norton BIGG #1 LLC

Board of Control

The Norton Board of Control will decide on awarding multiple purchases for police and fire departments at its November 4 meeting. Key items include a $155,827.25 upgraded AXON body camera system, $115,665.00 for 25 Taser 10 devices, and $74,470.00 for fire hydraulic extrication tools and voice amplifiers. Also up for vote are a $63,250.00 community flock camera system and a $9,500.00 veterans memorial monument.

• Award $155,827.25 for upgraded AXON body camera system for police (2025-2029 contract)
• Award $115,665.00 for 25 Taser 10 devices from AXON Enterprises
• Award $74,470.00 for hydraulic extrication tools and voice amplification systems for fire department
• Award $63,250.00 for 10 flock cameras to be installed across Norton community
• Award $9,500.00 for jet black boots memorial monument at Norton Veterans Memorial

City Council

City Council is reviewing several first-reading ordinances for police and fire equipment and budget amendments. The body is also considering final approvals for a service garage expansion and various park field lease renewals.

• Contract for Public Service Garage additions not to exceed $3,382,500.00
• Police Department equipment: body cameras ($155,827.25), Tasers ($115,665.00), and Flock cameras ($63,250.00)
• Fire and EMS equipment: extrication tools ($74,470.00) and turnout gear ($26,869.00)
• Rezoning of PPN 46-09599 from B-3 District to R-1 District
• Purchase of a Bandit Intimidator 15XP Brush Chipper for $77,857.00

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request to rezone a 6.0057-acre property. The owners propose changing the zoning from B3 to R1 to allow for the construction of three single-family homes.

• Rezoning application R4-2024 for S. Cleveland Massillon Road (PPN 46-09599) from B3 to R1
• Proposal to build 3 single-family homes on 6.0057 acres

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to award several contracts for city maintenance, infrastructure, and memorials. Decisions include funding for the Community Center, the water tower, and the Veterans Memorial.

• Award for a POW/MIA monument from Summit Memorials not to exceed $9,500.00
• Award for a new condensing unit and furnace at the Community Center by Gardiner not to exceed $18,240.00
• Award for a primary line extension and padmount transformer for the water tower from Ohio Edison not to exceed $8,430.30
• Award for a concrete patio at the Community Center by 4 Acres & Sons, LLC not to exceed $9,500.00
• Award for guardrail repair by Lake Erie Construction Company not to exceed $9,435.00

City Council

The Norton City Council will consider several ordinances on second and third readings, including a $3,382,500 contract for additions to the Public Service Garage and a $77,857 brush chipper purchase. Lease renewals for four youth sports organizations at city parks are up for first reading, as is an agreement with Barberton for prosecutorial administrative services at $5,000 per year. The annual appropriation ordinance for fiscal year 2025 is also on second reading.

• Ord. No. 117-2024: Contract with Summit Construction Co. for $3,382,500 for Public Service Garage additions (second reading)
• Ord. No. 116-2024: Purchase of a Bandit Intimidator brush chipper for $77,857 (second reading)
• Ord. No. 118-2024: Agreement with Barberton for administrative services at $5,000/year (first reading)
• Ord. No. 112-2024: Annual appropriation ordinance for fiscal year 2025 (second reading)
• Lease renewals for Norton Youth Football, Soccer, Baseball, and Fastpitch Softball at Columbia Woods Park, Loyal Oak Community Park, and Frashure Park (first readings)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Norton Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance applications: Carl Dillon seeks a variance for square footage at 3100 Hametown Rd., Derrick Kulcsar requests variances for square footage and a 1-foot side lot setback at 5430 S. Cleveland Massillon Rd., and David Cunningham seeks variances for rear yard and square footage at 4742 Mamie St. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• BZA A12-2024: Carl Dillon, 3100 Hametown Rd., variance for square footage (parcel 4601977)
• BZA A13-2024: Derrick Kulcsar, 5430 S. Cleveland Massillon Rd., variance for square footage and 1-foot side lot variance (parcels 4605479, 4605480)
• BZA A14-2024: David Cunningham, 4742 Mamie St., variance for rear yard and square footage (parcel 4608858)
• Minutes from June 18, 2024 and July 16, 2024 to be approved

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review three site plan applications, including a private warehouse storage building and two city-owned projects. The body will also consider the minutes from the September 24, 2024, meeting.

• Site Plan Review for a warehouse storage building at 5315 S. Hametown Road (Jeff Bailey)
• Final Site Plan Review for renovations to the Public Service Garage at 3355 Dorothy Court
• Final Site Plan Review for the City of Norton Veterans Memorial Park at 3380 Greenwich Rd.

City Council

Norton City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Ordinance No. 107-2024, which would vacate a portion of Howell Street. Residents may appear in person or by representative to speak for or against the ordinance.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 107-2024: vacating a portion of Howell Street

City Council

City Council is reviewing the 2025 appropriation budget and several new contracts for city services. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the vacation of a portion of Howell Street.

• Contract for Public Service Garage additions with Summit Installation Co., LLC not to exceed $3,382,500.00
• Purchase of a Bandit Intimidator 15XP Brush Chipper for $77,857.00
• Purchase of a 2024 Chevy Tahoe for the Police Department not to exceed $63,650
• Contract with Asphalt Surface Enterprises, Inc. up to $39,000.00 for Columbia Woods Park tennis courts
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 107-2024 to vacate a portion of Howell Street

Board of Control

The Board of Control will vote on four purchasing awards: a Purple Heart monument for the Veterans Memorial ($9,500), A/C repair for a Service Department wheel loader ($4,647.65), a Bandit Intimidator 15XP brush clipper ($77,857), and rekeying the Community Center ($5,225.42). The board will also approve minutes from the September 9 meeting.

• Award of $9,500 for a jet black Purple Heart monument from Summit Memorials for the Norton Veterans Memorial
• Award of $4,647.65 for A/C repair on Service Department wheel loader from Murphy Tractor and Equipment Company
• Award of $77,857 for a Bandit Intimidator 15XP brush clipper from KTS Equipment for the Service Department
• Award of $5,225.42 to rekey the Community Center by Grey Enterprises

Parks and Cemetery

The Parks and Cemetery Board will meet to receive updates on the Eagle Scout Project and Veterans Memorial. The board will also discuss the Cider Festival and dogs in the park.

• Eagle Scout Project update
• Veterans Memorial update
• Cider Festival discussion
• Dogs in the Park discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review two revised final plats for Brookside Greens Phases 5 and 7, both at 3727 Golf Course Drive. The proposals include a lot line adjustment for Lots 191 & 192 and renaming a segment of Lebbens Road to Creedmoor Road. The commission will also consider minutes from July 23, 2024.

• PC Application SPR 8-2024: Revised Final Plat for Brookside Greens Phase 5 – lot line adjustment and road renaming
• PC Application SPR 9-2024: Revised Final Plat for Brookside Greens Phase 7 – redesign of Lebbens Rd creating Creedmoor Rd
• Property owner: Addison Norton, LLC; plat preparer: Davey Resource Group
• Application fee: $500 each

City Council

City Council is reviewing several new ordinances, including a donation from the Dorothy M. Morter Revocable Living Trust and a contract for tennis court repairs. The body is also considering the sale of vacant city properties on Wadsworth Road and Albert Street.

• Proposed acceptance of a $179,400.00 donation from the Dorothy M. Morter Revocable Living Trust
• Proposed $39,000.00 contract with Asphalt Surface Enterprises, Inc. for Columbia Woods Park tennis courts
• Proposed vacation of a portion of Howell Street
• Proposed sale of vacant city-owned real property on Wadsworth Road and 4683 Albert Street
• Proposed amendment to Section 1254 to increase the Board of Zoning and Building Appeals to six residents

The Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including correcting the Board of Zoning and Building Appeals membership, establishing non-bargaining salary rates, accepting a $179,400 donation for police and fire, purchasing a police vehicle, and creating tax increment financing districts for Sheetz and Hahn Homes. It also approved the Summit County Hazard Mitigation Plan and an amendment for construction inspection services. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted Ord. 106-2024 amending BZA membership to six members (5-0)
• Adopted Ord. 108-2024 establishing non-bargaining salary rates (5-0)
• Adopted Ord. 110-2024 accepting $179,400 donation from Morter Trust (5-0)
• Adopted Ord. 111-2024 authorizing purchase of 2024 Chevy Tahoe up to $63,650 (5-0)
• Adopted Res. 102-2024 accepting Summit County tax levies (5-0)
• Adopted Ord. 95-2024 creating TIF for Sheetz property (5-0)
• Adopted Ord. 96-2024 adopting Hahn Homes Incentive District plan (5-0)
• Adopted Res. 100-2024 approving Summit County Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to award several contracts for city equipment and environmental permit services. Decisions include the purchase of a new police vehicle and GPS tracking devices for service vehicles.

• Purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Norton Police Department not to exceed $63,650.00
• Purchase of GPS devices from Forward Thinking Systems for Service Department vehicles not to exceed $9,360.00
• Proposal to GPD Group for MS4 NPDES Permit services and reports not to exceed $38,250
• Proposal to GPD Group for storm sewer system mapping and coordination not to exceed $9,500 per calendar year

The Board of Control approved four purchases: GPS devices for service vehicles, a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe for the police department, and two contracts with GPD Group for stormwater permit services. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved GPS devices from Forward Thinking Systems for service vehicles, not to exceed $9,360
• Approved purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe for police department, not to exceed $63,650
• Approved GPD Group proposal for MS4 NPDES permit services, not to exceed $38,250
• Approved GPD Group proposal for storm sewer system mapping, not to exceed $9,500 per year

City Council

Norton City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 3, 2024. Key items include first readings on resolutions to accept Summit County Budget Commission's tax levy rates for 2025 and to declare two city-owned properties (Wadsworth Rd and Albert St) as surplus for sale. Second readings include a replat for Brookside Greens Phase 8, creation of tax increment financing districts, and an increase of $182,324 for construction inspection on Eastern Road/Kungle Road improvements. Council will also consider third reading on a $14,846.92 flooring purchase for the police department.

• Res. 102-2024: Accepting tax levy amounts and rates for 2025
• Res. 103-2024: Declaring surplus and authorizing sale of vacant property on Wadsworth Road
• Res. 104-2024: Declaring surplus and authorizing sale of property at 4683 Albert Street
• Ord. 101-2024: Authorizing $182,324 increase for construction inspection services for Eastern Road/Kungle Road improvements
• Ord. 91-2024 (Third Reading): Authorizing $14,846.92 police department flooring purchase

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and consider certifying lateral transfer eligibility lists for Norton Police and Fire Departments, as well as the results of the police officer entrance examination. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and other business.

• Certification of lateral transfer eligibility list for Police Department (2 candidates: Jimi Howell, Michael Manos)
• Certification of lateral transfer eligibility list for Fire Department (5 candidates: Charles Behal, Rion Ropchock, Shane Smith, Russell Vereshack, Eli Vosi)
• Review of National Testing Network police officer exam results (3 candidates, top score Peter Nuti with 94.47)
• Approval of minutes from May 21, 2024

The Civil Service Commission certified lateral transfer eligibility lists for the Police and Fire Departments, and certified police exam results from the National Testing Network. All motions were approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from May 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Certified lateral transfer eligibility list for Police Department (unanimous)
• Certified lateral transfer eligibility list for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Certified National Testing Network exam results for Police (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold a fourth reading and vote on a $4 million bond to construct and renovate the Service Department Maintenance Facility. They will also have first readings on multiple tax increment financing (TIF) agreements for Sheetz and Hahn Homes developments, an amendment to increase Eastern Road improvement costs, and a large omnibus appropriations amendment covering fund increases for water tower cost overruns, community center renovations, and other items. Additionally, a second reading is scheduled for police department flooring, and third readings for Taylor Road resurfacing payment and a cleaning services contract.

• $4M bond for Service Department Maintenance Facility (Ord. 83-2024, fourth reading)
• Sheetz TIF (Ord. 95-2024, first reading)
• Hahn Homes Economic Development Plan and two TIF districts (Ord. 96-98-2024, first readings)
• Eastern Road/Kungle Road improvements contract amendment up to $182,324 (Ord. 101-2024, first reading)
• Appropriations amendment with $1.08M transfers from General Fund and $1.44M increase for water tower (Ord. 92-2024, first reading)

Norton City Council approved a $4 million bond for the service department maintenance facility and a $28,100 engineering contract for the Veterans Memorial, both unanimously. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading, including budget amendments, a replat for Brookside Greens Phase 8, and multiple tax increment financing (TIF) agreements for Sheetz and Hahn Homes. The meeting was largely procedural, with most items being first readings or adoptions of previously introduced legislation.

• Adopted $4M bond for service department facility (6-0)
• Adopted $28,100 engineering contract for Veterans Memorial (6-0)
• Adopted $128,980 payment to Barberton for Taylor Road resurfacing (6-0)
• Adopted contract with Romaster for cleaning services (6-0)
• Introduced first reading of appropriations amendment (Ord. 92-2024)
• Introduced first reading of budget transfer (Ord. 93-2024)
• Introduced first reading of Brookside Greens Phase 8 replat (Ord. 94-2024)
• Introduced first readings of TIF ordinances for Sheetz and Hahn Homes (Ord. 95-98-2024)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to award several contracts for city infrastructure, equipment, and design services. Key items include design work for a new Veteran’s Memorial and tennis court resurfacing.

• Design and construction proposal for Veteran’s Memorial improvements near City Hall and Community Center: not to exceed $28,100
• Resurfacing and crack repair for tennis courts at Columbia Woods Park by Asphalt Surface Enterprises, Inc.: not to exceed $39,000
• Modification to GPD contract for Eastern Rd/Kungle Rd Improvements: not to exceed $20,224
• Purchase of a Dell server to replace an unsupported Windows server: not to exceed $8,817.36
• Purchase of a Clarke CA3020B Floor Scrubber for the Community Center and Police Department: not to exceed $6,268.00

The Norton Board of Control unanimously approved five items: a contract modification for the GPD Eastern Rd/Kungle Rd improvements, a site work proposal for the Veterans Memorial project, a Dell server purchase, a tennis court resurfacing and repair proposal, and a floor scrubber purchase. All motions passed with no dissenting votes.

• Approved contract modification for GPD Eastern Rd/Kungle Rd improvements (unanimous)
• Approved GPD Veterans Memorial site work proposal (unanimous)
• Approved Dell server purchase (unanimous)
• Approved tennis court resurfacing and repair proposal at $39,000 total, with school district reimbursing half (unanimous)
• Approved CA3020B floor scrubber purchase (unanimous)
• Approved July 15, 2024 minutes as submitted (unanimous)

City Council

City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including a $4 million bond for the Service Department Maintenance Facility, a $463,502 contract for the Hametown Road Waterline Extension, and a $128,980 payment for Taylor Road resurfacing. Also up for discussion is a $14,847 flooring purchase for the Police Department and a cleaning services contract with Romaster Corporation. No public hearings are scheduled; the meeting includes committee work sessions and approval of previous minutes.

• Third reading: $4M bond (Ord. 83-2024) for Service Department Maintenance Facility improvements
• Second reading: $463,502 contract (Ord. 88-2024) for Hametown Road Waterline Extension
• Second reading: $128,980 payment (Ord. 86-2024) to City of Barberton for Taylor Road resurfacing
• First reading: $14,847 flooring purchase (Ord. 91-2024) for Police Department from Village Carpets & Floors
• Second reading: Resolution 89-2024 authorizing Summit County MOU for job creation and tax revenue sharing

Planning Commission

The Norton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider two applications: a final site plan review for a storage building at 2814 Barber Road for Norton Tool Rental (estimated project cost $55,000), and a revised final plat for Brookside Greens Phase 8 at 3727 Golf Course Drive. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings. No other business is listed.

• Final site plan review (SPR 6-2024) for a warehouse/storage building at 2814 Barber Road, property owner Jerry Stavarz (Norton Tool Rental)
• Revised final plat (SPR 7-2024) for Brookside Greens Phase 8 at 3727 Golf Course Drive, property owner Addison Norton, LLC
• Project cost estimate for storage building is $55,000
• Public hearing noticed for July 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM
• Consideration of minutes from February 27, May 14, and June 25, 2024 meetings

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the revised final plat for Brookside Greens Phase 8, which removes a planned road and reduces the number of homes by 7-8 due to elevation issues. The commission also approved a final site plan for a pole barn at Norton Tool Rental, subject to city engineer approval. Minutes from three prior meetings were approved.

• Recommended revised final plat for Brookside Greens Phase 8 to Council (4-1)
• Approved final site plan for pole barn at 2814 Barber Rd, subject to engineer approval (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Feb 27, May 14, and June 25, 2024 (5-0)

Parks and Cemetery

The Parks and Cemetery Board will discuss new business including a Boy Scout Eagle project, the Adopt a Spot program, a car show, and the Veterans Memorial. They will also consider minutes from previous meetings and may address ongoing topics from prior discussions.

• Boy Scout Eagle project proposal
• Adopt a Spot program updates
• Car Show planning
• Veterans Memorial discussion (location and steering committee)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Norton Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. The first seeks a variance to build a duplex on a 1.1-acre lot at the corner of Woodlawn and Home Avenue, currently zoned for single-family homes. The second requests a variance for a six-foot-tall front yard privacy fence on Shelva Lane. The board will also approve minutes from June 18.

• Variance request (BZA A10-2024) by Ronald D. Stevens to build a duplex on parcel 4603189 at Woodlawn and Home Ave.
• Variance request (BZA A11-2024) by Susan and Gregory George for a 6-ft front yard privacy fence on Shelva Lane (parcel 4601916)
• Public hearing on both variance requests
• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2024

City Council

City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including road resurfacing and a waterline extension. The body is also considering a $4 million bond issuance for a Service Department Maintenance Facility and a revised tax revenue sharing agreement with Summit County.

• Contract for Hametown Road Waterline Extension with Don Wartko Construction, Inc. not to exceed $463,502.00
• Bonds in maximum principal amount of $4,000,000 for Service Department Maintenance Facility construction and renovation
• Purchase of granite materials for Norton Veterans Memorial Park from Summit Memorials, Inc. not to exceed $77,000.00
• Payment of $128,980.00 to the City of Barberton for Taylor Road resurfacing
• Three-year cleaning services contract with Romaster Corporation for city buildings

Board of Control

The Norton Board of Control will consider awarding a contract for the Hametown Road Waterline Extension to Don Wartko Construction for up to $463,502, and approve up to $9,999 for four police officers to attend a management training program. The board will also vote on purchasing granite for the Veterans Memorial Park for $77,000 and a three-year cleaning services contract totaling about $71,398.

• Award contract for Hametown Road Waterline Extension to Don Wartko Construction, Inc. — amount not to exceed $463,502 (bid $421,366 plus $42,136 contingency).
• Authorize up to $9,999 for four police officers to attend PRADCO Manager Development Training Program.
• Purchase jet black granite materials for Norton Veterans Memorial Park from Summit Memorials, Inc. — not to exceed $77,000.
• Award three-year cleaning services contract to Romaster Corporation: $23,252.04 (year 1), $23,717.08 (year 2), $24,428.59 (year 3).

City Council

The Norton City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance to issue up to $4,000,000 in bonds for the Service Department Maintenance Facility. The meeting also includes final votes on contracts for Clark Mill Road improvements and architectural services.

• First reading of an ordinance for a $4,000,000 bond issuance to improve the Service Department Maintenance Facility
• Third reading of a contract with Karvo Companies, Inc. up to $1,240,800 for Clark Mill Road improvements
• Third reading of an agreement with FMD Architects, Inc. up to $224,950 for the Maintenance Building Project
• Third reading of an agreement with GPD Group up to $88,232 for engineering services for Clark Mill Road
• Third reading of a one-year extension for residential waste and recycling services with Republic Services of Ohio Hauling, LLC

Board of Control

The Norton Board of Control is reviewing several contracts and payments. Items include funding for the Taylor Road Resurfacing Project and new flooring for the Police Department. The board will also consider Wi-Fi support renewals and an agreement with the Summit Soil and Water Conservation District.

• $128,980.00 payment to City of Barberton for Taylor Road Resurfacing and OPWC funding
• Purchase of Police Department flooring from Village Carpets & Floors up to $14,846.92
• 3-Year Mitel Partner Support Renewal for Wi-Fi up to $6,457.50
• Agreement with Summit Soil & Water Conservation District up to $7,650.00

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a final site plan review for a proposed Taco Bell drive-thru restaurant. The application covers the construction and operation plans for the property located at 4111 S. Cleveland Massillon Road.

• Final site plan review for Taco Bell (Application SPR 5-2024)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two new business items regarding property variances. One request involves garage placement at 4165 Eastern Rd., and another pertains to 4677 Bevington St.

• Garage placement variance for 4165 Eastern Rd.
• Zoning variance application for 4677 Bevington St.

City Council

The council will review several ordinances regarding city infrastructure and service contracts. Items include road improvements, architectural services for a maintenance building, and road salt purchases.

• $1,240,800 contract for Clark Mill Road improvements with Karvo Companies, Inc.
• $224,950 agreement with FMD Architects for the Maintenance Building Project
• $106,240 purchase of road salt from CUE
• $80,000 contract for emergency culvert repair under Hametown Road
• $26,000 for Community Center flooring installation

City Council

The Norton City Council is reviewing several new ordinances regarding infrastructure and city services. Proposed items include contracts for road improvements, architectural services for a maintenance building, and the purchase of road salt. The council will also act on second and third readings for projects involving community center flooring and equipment purchases.

• $1,240,800 contract for Clark Mill Road improvements via Karvo Companies, Inc.
• $224,950 agreement with FMD Architects for the Maintenance Building Project
• $111,528 purchase of road salt from Cargill, Incorporated
• $88,232 contract for engineering services for Clark Mill Road via GPD Group
• $26,000 flooring installation for the Community Center

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts, including a $3.4 million site work contract for a new maintenance garage, a $1.24 million road improvement contract, and related engineering and salt purchases. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Award $106,240 for 1,600 tons of salt from Cargill
• Contract with FMD Architects for $3.4M maintenance garage site work
• Agreement with GPD Group for $88,232 in engineering services for Clark Mill Road
• Award $1,240,800 to Karvo Companies for Clark Mill Road improvements

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider an exceptional appointment for a mechanic position, a position description change, and a request for a police officer examination. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings. The meeting is scheduled for May 21, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

• Exceptional appointment for Mechanic position (Nathan Martin) with waiver of testing
• Position description change
• Request for examination for Police Officer
• Approval of minutes from April 17 and February 21, 2024

City Council

Norton City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several ordinances, including first readings for flooring at the Community Center, a new K-9 officer and equipment, a fire station alerting system, and a culvert repair. They will also hold second readings on a comprehensive plan, software purchase, and other items, plus a third reading for fencing at Frashure Park. The meeting includes a capital plan discussion and committee work sessions.

• Ord. 71-2024: $26,060 flooring for Community Center from Central Flooring & Acoustics
• Ord. 72-2024: $12,400 purchase of K-9 officer from Von Der Haus Gill German Shepherds
• Ord. 73-2024: $11,094.49 K-9 outfitting equipment from Hall Public Safety Upfitters
• Ord. 74-2024: $45,750 Bryx Station Alerting System for Fire/EMS from Bryx Inc.
• Ord. 75-2024: $80,000 emergency culvert repair under Hametown Road from United Survey Inc.

Parks and Cemetery

The Parks and Cemetery Board discussed several items including the proposed location for a Veterans' Memorial at Columbia Woods Park. The meeting also addressed upcoming Green Up Day activities and potential new rules regarding bikes and skateboards in city parks.

• Motion to place the Veterans' Memorial at Columbia Woods Park
• Discussion of bike and skateboard use on walking paths and stages
• Update on Green Up Day event and registration
• Appointment of members to the Veterans’ Memorial Steering Committee
• Discussion regarding pet waste station installations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary site plan review for the construction and operation of a Taco Bell drive-thru restaurant. The application is intended to determine the feasibility of the site from a zoning, planning, and engineering standpoint.

• Preliminary Site Plan Review for 4111 S. Cleveland Massillon Road (Parcel #4607198)
• Proposed drive-thru restaurant for Taco Bell of America, LLC
• Property owner listed as JLP Development LLC
• Review of minutes from March 26, 2024

City Council

Norton City Council will hold first readings on several ordinances, including a $71,000 contract with OHM Advisors for a comprehensive plan, a $98,269.13 software agreement with OpenGov, Inc., and a six-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis businesses. The council will also consider second and third readings on items like road programs, a fencing contract, and rezonings, plus a sale of retiring canine officer Rex to his handler for $1.00.

• Ord. 65-2024: $71,000 agreement with OHM Advisors for comprehensive plan
• Ord. 66-2024: $98,269.13 software agreement with OpenGov, Inc.
• Ord. 67-2024: Six-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis businesses
• Ord. 64-2024: Sale of Canine Officer Rex to Patrolman Ryan Seeker for $1.00
• Ord. 52-2024: $401,659.50 bid for 2024 Concrete Road Program

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider four purchase awards: lighting and supplies for the Community Center, ceiling suspension hardware, a permitting and zoning software subscription, and 1,800 tons of road salt. These are new business items for approval at the May 6, 2024 meeting.

• Award lighting and supplies from Haywood Electric for Community Center, not to exceed $7,367.00
• Award ceiling suspension hardware from MDC Interior Solutions for Community Center, not to exceed $4,000.00
• Award OpenGov permitting and zoning software services, not to exceed $98,269.13
• Award purchase of 1,800 tons of salt at $61.96 per ton per ODOT contract, not to exceed $111,528.00

Records Commission

The Norton Records Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from its last meeting and to consider agenda item RC 3 2024, which was presented for approval. The agenda contains no other substantive business, only roll call and adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Agenda item RC 3 2024 presented for approval

Board of Control

The Norton Board of Control will consider six new business items, including purchases for the Service Department, Community Center, parks, and planning contracts. The most consequential item is a $71,000 agreement with OHM Advisors to create a citywide comprehensive plan, followed by a $57,899.51 Kubota excavator purchase. The board will also review minutes from the April 15 meeting.

• Kubota excavator purchase for Service Department, not to exceed $57,899.51
• Sound baffling for Community Center ceiling, not to exceed $8,666.06
• FMD Architects master plan for maintenance building, not to exceed $9,950
• OHM Advisors comprehensive plan, not to exceed $71,000
• Engineered Wood Fiber safety surfacing at Columbia Woods Park ($9,970) and Frashure Park ($3,310)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will discuss the police chief appointment, review patrolman applicant requirements, and receive an update on patrolman testing. This follows the March 20 meeting where police chief interviews were held and assessments for captain and sergeant were scheduled.

• Patrolman testing update
• Review of requirements for patrolman applicants
• Police chief appointment discussion

Parks and Cemetery

The board will meet to elect officers and discuss the status of the Veterans’ Memorial and Green Up Day. The agenda also includes reviews of the Eclipse Festival and necessary repairs at Norton Center Cemetery and Columbia Woods Stage.

• Election of officers
• Appointment of two members to the Veterans Memorial Steering Committee
• Repair of backside fence gate latch at Norton Center Cemetery
• Repair of electrical box covers at Columbia Woods Stage
• Review of the Eclipse Festival

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss a variance request for a residential property. The applicant is seeking approval for a detached garage that exceeds the permitted square footage for the lot size.

• BZA A7-2024: Variance request for square footage at 3858 Croydon St (Jacob Sinclair)

City Council

The Norton City Council is holding its regular meeting with public hearings on two rezoning ordinances and first readings for contracts on park fencing, fire equipment, and police vehicles. Several prior ordinances are also up for second or third readings, including road programs and engineering services.

• Public hearing on Ord. 49-2024: rezoning Parcel 46093994 from B-1 to B-3
• Public hearing on Ord. 50-2024: rezoning Parcels 4609555, 4609553, 4609552 from B-3 to I-1
• Ord. 58-2024: $16,550 contract to Akron-Canton Commercial and Residential Fencing LLC for Frashure Park softball field fencing
• Ord. 59-2024: $46,311.83 purchase of compressor system for Fire and EMS from Breathing Air Systems
• Ord. 61-2024: $98,398 purchase of two 2023 Chevy Tahoes for Police Department

City Council

The Norton City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 1, 2024, with first readings of ordinances covering rezoning, road programs, and service agreements, plus second and third readings of prior legislation. The agenda includes public comment, committee reports, and a public hearing. Several items are emergency declarations, meaning they could take effect immediately if passed.

• Rezoning PPN 4603994 from B1 to B3 (first reading)
• Rezoning PPN 4609555, 4609553, 4609552 from B3 to I-1 (first reading)
• Dell server maintenance agreement not to exceed $66,103.28 (first reading)
• 2024 Concrete Road Program bid to Perrin Asphalt, $401,659.50 (first reading)
• Emergency culvert repair under SR 21 to United Survey, $98,000 (first reading)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss two applications for zoning amendments. Both items involve reclassifying specific parcels of land for different use designations.

• Rezoning request for Cleveland Massillon Rd. (PPN 4603994) to B-3
• Rezoning request for 3250 Barber Rd (Parcels 4609555, 460953, 4609552) to I-1

Parks and Cemetery

The Parks and Cemetery Board will meet to discuss old and new business, including completing Phase I, Phase II of the Norton Center Cemetery, Green Up Norton Day on April 20, 2024, a May 11 event at Columbia Woods Park, and the summer concert schedule. Public participation is invited.

• Complete Phase I
• Norton Center Cemetery - Phase II (SE)
• Green Up Norton Day - April 20, 2024 (dog waste stations, volunteers needed)
• May 11, 2024 Event at Columbia Woods Park
• Summer Concert Schedule

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes and discuss the timeline for hiring a Chief of Police, as well as assessments for Police Captain and Police Sergeant positions. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; items are listed for discussion.

• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2024
• Discussion of Chief of Police timeline
• Assessment for Police Captain
• Assessment for Police Sergeant

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss a request for a zoning variance. The applicant is seeking a variance regarding square footage under section 1296.03.

• BZA A6-2024: Variance for square feet at 3735 S. Hametown Rd. (Jason Henderson)

City Council

Norton City Council will hold public hearings and consider several ordinances and resolutions at its March 18, 2024 meeting. Key items include rezoning two properties from I-1 to I-2 districts, renewing farmland in an agricultural district, and first readings for purchases of police rifles, a utility vehicle, mowers, and engineering services. The council will also vote on collective bargaining agreements and a resolution of appreciation.

• Rezoning of PPN 4609198 and 4609199 from I-1 to I-2 District
• Rezoning of PPN 4601076 and 4608865 from I-1 to I-2 District
• Purchase of BCM MCMR 11.5 Rifles for police, not to exceed $21,243.79
• Purchase of Kubota Utility Vehicle, not to exceed $31,069.28
• Eastern Road/Portage Street resurfacing engineering services, not to exceed $30,070

Board of Control

The Norton Board of Control is meeting to consider four new business items: purchasing a Hustler Super 104 wide-area mower, adding electrical power to police lockers, hiring engineering services for the Eastern Road/Portage Street resurfacing project, and buying eight rifles with accessories for the police department. All items are proposed awards with specified maximum amounts.

• Award Hustler Super 104 mower to Baker Vehicle Systems Inc., not to exceed $28,626
• Award police locker power work to Cavanaugh, not to exceed $8,280
• Award Eastern Road/Portage Street resurfacing engineering to GPD Group, not to exceed $30,070
• Award purchase of eight BCM MCMR 11.5 rifles and accessories, not to exceed $21,243.79

City Council

The Norton City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including two rezoning ordinances that would change properties from light to heavy industrial, a $2.8 million transfer from the General Fund to various city funds, and the renewal of agricultural district designations for three farms. The agenda also includes resolutions honoring a retiring fire department employee and approving collective bargaining agreements with city unions.

• Rezoning of PPN 4609198 and 4609199 from I-1 Light Industrial to I-2 Heavy Industrial (Ord. 39-2024)
• Rezoning of PPN 4601076 and 4608865 from I-1 Light Industrial to I-2 Heavy Industrial (Ord. 40-2024)
• Transfer of $2,818,548 from General Fund to various funds including $1,000,000 for Road Program and $511,448 for Debt Service (Ord. 36-2024)
• Renewal of agricultural district for farmland at 5040 Fairland Rd, 4359 Johnson Rd, and 4903 Hametown Road (Res. 29, 30, 37-2024)
• Collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME Office and Clerical, AFSCME Service Workers, and Norton Professional Firefighters Local 429 (Ord. 32, 33, 34-2024)

Board of Control

The Norton Board of Control will consider awarding five contracts for fire department equipment maintenance, drainage repair, utility vehicles, mowers, and a signal pole replacement. These are routine purchasing decisions for city departments.

• Power cot maintenance agreement for Fire Department to Stryker, not to exceed $9,045
• SR 21 drainage system emergency repair to GPD, not to exceed $12,500
• Kubota utility vehicle for Park to Akron Tractor and Equipment, not to exceed $31,069.28
• Two zero-turn mowers with trade-in to Akron Tractor and Equipment, not to exceed $12,847.44
• Signal pole replacement to Ruhlin, not to exceed $13,500

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider five zoning applications. These items include requests for yard setbacks and building additions.

• BZA A1-2024: Ryan Homes, Brookside Greens side yard setback
• BZA A2-2024: Ryan Homes, Cider Ridge Phase 3 rear yard setback for rear covered porch
• BZA A3-2024: Faith Weber, 3074 Hametown Rd. home addition and pole barn
• BZA A4-2024: Robert Buehrle, 1090 Gardner Blvd. car storage
• BZA A5-2024: Speedway Operations, LLC, 3363 Clarkmill Rd.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan review and rezoning application for KDA Phase 1 & KDA Phase 4, LLC. The request seeks to change the zoning of property at 5221 and 5205 S Cleveland Massillon Rd from I-1 to I-2 for future business processes.

• Rezoning application: Change from I-1 to I-2 for 5221 and 5205 S Cleveland Massillon Rd
• Site Plan Review (SPR 2-2024) for KDA Phase 1 & KDA Phase 4, LLC
• CRA Housing Council Appointments

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will discuss the police chief hiring process, which is on hold after Interim Police Chief Larry Lane had a medical emergency and Sgt. Dennis McDonald was named interim. They will also consider requests for civil service exams for a Front Office Manager and the Police Department, and review the annual activities report due March 1.

• Police chief interview process on hold; Sgt. Dennis McDonald named Interim Police Chief
• Request for examination for Front Office Manager position, potential date March 14 via Ryan-Ramsey HR Solutions
• Request for examination for Norton Police Department through the National Testing Network
• Civil Service Report of Annual Activities due March 1

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Norton Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on February 21, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes five new business items involving requests for side yard and rear yard setback variances for Ryan Homes developments, as well as specific property appeals for home additions, car storage, and other uses.

• BZA A1-2024: Ryan Homes, Brookside Greens - Side Yard Setback variance
• BZA A2-2024: Ryan Homes, Cider Ridge Phase 3 - Rear Yard Setback for Rear Covered Porch
• BZA A3-2024: Faith Weber, 3074 Hametown Rd. - Home Addition and Pole Barn variance
• BZA A4-2024: Robert Buehrle, 1090 Gardner Blvd. - Car Storage variance
• BZA A5-2024: Speedway Operations, LLC, 3363 Clarkmill Rd.

City Council

Norton City Council will hold public hearings and vote on renewing agricultural district placements for five farms, introduce first readings of collective bargaining agreements with three unions, and take final votes on contracts for the Wadsworth Road Waterline project and the Police Department renovation. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• Public hearings on agricultural district renewals for 3456 S Hametown Rd, 3296 Clubside Dr, 2392 Wadsworth Rd, 4474 Cleveland-Massillon Rd, 3856 Greenwich Rd
• First readings of collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME Office and Clerical, AFSCME Service Workers, and Firefighters Local 429
• Third reading: $3,425,525 contract to United Earthworks for Wadsworth Road Waterline Phase 1
• Third reading: $4,568,760 contract to Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors for Wadsworth Road Elevated Tank
• Third reading: $76,450 contract to Cavanaugh Building Corporation for Norton Police Department Renovation

City Council

The City Council is reviewing multiple resolutions for agricultural district renewals and several large-scale utility contracts. The agenda also includes first readings for waterline improvements and various rezoning and personnel ordinances.

• Wadsworth Road Waterline Phase 1 contract award to United Earthworks, LLC up to $3,425,525
• Wadsworth Road Waterline Elevated Tank Improvement contract award to Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors up to $4,568,760
• Norton Police Department Renovation Project contract award to Cavanaugh Building Corporation up to $76,450
• Tree removal services on State Route 21 contract with VanCuren Services, Inc. up to $49,750
• Agricultural district renewal resolutions for properties on Cleveland-Massillon Rd, Greenwich Rd, Fairland Rd, and Johnson Rd

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider awarding four contracts, including two for the Wadsworth Road Waterline Phase 1 project totaling over $7.2 million, a tree cutting contract, and a police station renovation. The waterline contracts were recommended by the engineer after bid review, with noted informalities subject to attorney confirmation.

• Award SR21 Tree Cutting to VanCuren Services, not to exceed $49,750
• Award 261 Waterline – Water Tower Portion to Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, not to exceed $4,153,418
• Award 261 Waterline – Waterline Portion to United Earthworks, LLC, not to exceed $3,114,114
• Award Police Station Renovation to Cavanaugh Building Corporation, not to exceed $69,500

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including a road resurfacing contract and various land rezoning requests. The meeting also includes discussions on board appointments and agricultural district renewals.

• Eastern Road Resurfacing Project agreement not to exceed $49,686.00
• Agricultural District Renewal for 3456 S Hametown Rd
• Agricultural District Renewal for 3296 Clubside Dr
• Rezoning of property from R1 District to B-3 District (Parcel Nos. 4604220 and 4607387)
• Board and Commission appointments for various city boards

Parks and Cemetery

The Parks and Cemetery Board will meet to review old business regarding Christmas in the Park and the Norton Center Cemetery Phase 2. New business items include discussions on Williams Park, Adopt a Spot, and Green Up Day.

• Norton Center Cemetery Phase 2
• Williams Park
• Adopt a Spot
• Green Up Day
• Christmas in the Park

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan review for a convenience store and gas station. The body will also review minutes from December 12 and December 27, 2023.

• Site Plan Review (SPR 1-2024) for Sibley Mart Convenience Store and Gas Station at 3051 Barber Rd

City Council

The Norton City Council is holding a regular meeting with several items on the agenda, including a public hearing on a rezoning and a resolution for farmland preservation. The council will also consider first readings of ordinances related to a public defender contract, a zoning administrator job description, and a tax increment financing amendment. Several items from previous meetings will have second or third readings.

• Public hearing on Ord. No. 4-2024 to rezone parcels 4604220 and 4607387 from R1 to B-3
• First reading of Ord. No. 17-2024 authorizing a first amendment to the TIF agreement for the Barberton-Brookside Incentive District
• First reading of Ord. No. 14-2024 to contract with Summit County Public Defender's Commission
• First reading of Ord. No. 15-2024 adopting a job description and salary for Zoning Administrator
• Second reading of Res. No. 16-2024 to renew farmland placement at 4044 Summit Road in Agricultural District

City Council

This is a special council meeting focused on an executive session to discuss appointing a public employee or official and preparing for labor negotiations with public employees. The council will also review several contracts and ordinances, including a public defender contract, a zoning administrator position, and water infrastructure projects.

• Executive session for public employee appointment and labor negotiations
• Summit County Public Defender's Commission contract at $210 per case for 2024
• Zoning Administrator position with $74,160 annual salary
• Renewal of farmland in Agricultural District at 4044 Summit Road
• Second reading of resolutions for Carl Street & Reimer Road and Wadsworth Road waterline projects

City Council

The Norton City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 8, 2024, with several committee reports and first readings of new legislation. Key items include a rezoning request, appointments to local boards, and a resolution declaring intent to reimburse water fund costs. The council will also consider third reading of an ordinance for audio-visual equipment purchase.

• Ord. No. 3-2024: Rezoning Permanent Parcel Nos. 4604220 and 4607387 from R1 to B-3 district
• Ord. No. 4-2024: Amending Section 1024.03 regarding sidewalks for new construction
• Res. No. 1-2024: Appointing Judith Lynn Lee to Barberton-Norton Mosquito Abatement District Advisory Council
• Res. No. 2-2024: Appointing members to Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council
• Ord. No. 67-2023: Third reading to purchase audio-visual equipment from Dove Audio Visual, cost not to exceed $7,277

Board of Control

The Norton Board of Control will consider approving the purchase of ballistic vests from Red Diamond Uniform for the Police Department, not to exceed $7,761.18. The vests are funded in part by an Ohio Attorney General body armor program award of $5,332.45. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the December 11, 2023 meeting.

• Purchase of ballistic vests from Red Diamond Uniform for $7,761.18
• Ohio Law Enforcement Body Armor Program award of $5,332.45
• Approval of minutes from December 11, 2023

City Council

This is the annual organizational meeting where Council elects its President and Vice-President, appoints standing committees, and reviews Council rules. The Council will also approve the 2024 meeting schedule and consider several items including a mosquito abatement district appointment, community reinvestment area housing council vacancies, a zoning code amendment, and a rezoning request.

• Election of Council President and Vice-President
• Approve 2024 meeting schedule
• Appoint standing committees and review Council rules
• Rezoning of Parcel Nos. 4604220 and 4607387 per PC Resolution 10A-2023
• Amend Codified Ordinance Section 1024.03 per PC Resolution 11-2023