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Zanesville public meetings in 2023

66 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 26, 2023

City Council

Zanesville community development committee meeting cancelled

The Community Development Committee meeting of Zanesville City Council scheduled for December 26, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting of this committee is January 22, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. This agenda contains only procedural notice of cancellation and no substantive items.

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Mon Dec 18, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on union contracts, $1,200 bonuses, and temporary budget

The Zanesville City Council will consider multiple ordinances at its December 18, 2023 meeting, including approving labor agreements with police, fire, and AFSCME unions, authorizing $1,200 one-time lump sum payments for union members, and providing temporary appropriations for early 2024. The agenda also includes second readings for a new drinking water well, a Fourth Street improvements grant application, and a Dresden Road waterline replacement project. The meeting is open to the public.

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Mon Dec 18, 2023

City Council

Council to review union contracts and $1,200 bonuses for city workers

The Zanesville City Council Ways & Means Committee will discuss and review multiple ordinances approving labor agreements with city employee unions, including AFSCME, FOP, and firefighter unions, along with related $1,200 one-time lump sum payments. The committee will also consider temporary appropriations for early 2024 and a wage increase for unaffiliated employees. The meeting is for discussion and review; no final votes are scheduled.

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Mon Dec 11, 2023

City Council

Council to consider new water well, road funds, fire truck purchase

The Zanesville City Council is holding its first reading of nine ordinances, including authorizing a new drinking water well, applying for ODOT funding for Fourth Street improvements, replacing the Dresden Road waterline, and purchasing a used fire truck and a powered cot. Several items are marked as emergency ordinances. No final votes are scheduled for these items at this meeting.

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Mon Dec 11, 2023

City Council

Council to review ordinances for water well, Fourth Street project, Dresden Road waterline

The Public Service Committee will discuss and review three ordinances: authorizing a new drinking water well installation, applying for ODOT Transportation Alternatives Program funding for the Fourth Street Improvements Project, and bidding the Dresden Road Waterline Replacement Project. The meeting is open to the public and includes roll call and approval of prior minutes.

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Mon Dec 4, 2023

City Council

Zanesville Public Safety Committee discusses EMS and vehicle regulations

The Public Safety Committee met to discuss a short-term modification to the city's EMS relationship and the legality of side-by-side vehicles on city streets. The committee also reviewed previous minutes and addressed potential future discussions regarding school zone cameras and police equipment.

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Mon Nov 27, 2023

City Council

Zanesville Community Development Committee meeting cancelled

The Community Development Committee meeting of Zanesville City Council scheduled for November 27, 2023 has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting of this committee is December 26, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

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Mon Nov 27, 2023

City Council

Council to consider limestone purchase, police vehicle, airport grants

The Zanesville City Council will hold first readings on four ordinances: purchasing limestone for 2024, buying a Special Response Team vehicle for the police, and applying for grants for airport road and runway projects. They will also take a third reading on a contract for a cold mill planer. The agenda includes a grant activities update from Transitions.

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Mon Nov 20, 2023

City Council

Zanesville Ways and Means Committee meeting cancelled

The Ways and Means Committee meeting of Zanesville City Council scheduled for November 20, 2023, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is December 18, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. This agenda contains only procedural notice of cancellation.

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Mon Nov 13, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss workforce ordinance, Gant Park management, and water projects

The Zanesville Public Service Committee will discuss an ordinance setting a maximum workforce schedule, receive updates from the Public Service Director, and consider management services for Gant Park Municipal Stadium Complex. The meeting is open to the public in person, by phone, or online.

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Mon Nov 13, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on workforce positions, pay rates, and equipment purchase

The Zanesville City Council will consider several ordinances, including amendments to the city budget, a maximum schedule of positions for the workforce, pay and benefits for seasonal and technical staff, and a contract for a cold mill planer. They will also hold final readings on a Community Reinvestment Area agreement with 8 Main LLC and a water meter replacement project consultant contract. The agenda includes a police department vehicle auction notice.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

City Council

Zanesville City Council Public Safety Committee meeting cancelled

The Public Safety Committee meeting of the Zanesville City Council scheduled for November 6, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The agenda contains no other business items.

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Mon Oct 23, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on CRA agreements, water meter project, and Habitat for Humanity fee waiver

The Zanesville City Council will consider several ordinances, including final approval of Community Reinvestment Area agreements for 8 Main LLC and the Sharon Avenue and West Main Street areas, a contract for water meter replacement design, and a waiver of utility fees for three Habitat for Humanity housing projects on Van Buren Street. The agenda also includes reappointments to the South East Area Transit Board and routine code updates.

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Mon Oct 23, 2023

City Council

Council to consider CRA agreement with 8 Main LLC and utility fee waiver for Habitat homes

The Zanesville City Council Community Development Committee is meeting to discuss two ordinances: one authorizing a Community Reinvestment Area agreement with 8 Main LLC for properties at 8 and 12 Main Street, and another waiving utilities fees for three Habitat for Humanity housing projects on Van Buren Street. The committee will also review minutes from the previous meeting. No other discussion items are listed.

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Mon Oct 16, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss hail damage insurance claim

The Zanesville City Council Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss a hail damage insurance claim. The agenda includes approval of minutes from May 15, 2023, and no ordinances or resolutions are listed. The meeting is open to the public.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on CRA tax deals, employee appreciation spending

Zanesville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several ordinances, including a Community Reinvestment Area agreement with 8 Main LLC for a tax exemption, an employee appreciation expenditure up to $30,000, and updates to the anti-displacement plan. They will also take final votes on creating two Community Reinvestment Areas and other administrative items.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

City Council

Council to consider $178K water meter consultant contract and $30K employee event

The Zanesville Public Service Committee will discuss two ordinances: one authorizing up to $30,000 for an employee appreciation event at Secrest on November 10, 2023, and another authorizing a $178,000 contract with USM Water for design and bidding of the Water Meter Replacement Project. The committee will also discuss the outside commercial rate and completed waterline projects. The meeting is open to the public.

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Mon Oct 2, 2023

City Council

Public Safety Committee meeting cancelled

The Public Safety Committee meeting of Zanesville City Council scheduled for October 2, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No other business is listed on this agenda.

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Mon Sep 25, 2023

City Council

Council to create two Community Reinvestment Areas for housing incentives

The Zanesville City Council will hold first readings on ordinances establishing Community Reinvestment Areas along Sharon Avenue and West Main Street, which would offer tax incentives for housing development. The council will also take second readings on workforce position and wage ordinances, and will consider approving minutes from the September 11 meeting.

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Mon Sep 25, 2023

City Council

Council to consider creating two Community Reinvestment Areas for housing incentives

The Zanesville City Council Community Development Committee will discuss and potentially advance two ordinances establishing Community Reinvestment Areas (CRAs) on Sharon Avenue and West Main Street, which would offer tax incentives for housing improvements. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and is open to the public.

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Mon Sep 18, 2023

City Council

Zanesville City Council committee meeting cancelled

The Ways and Means Committee meeting of the Zanesville City Council scheduled for September 18, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting of this committee is October 16, 2023, at 5:00 p.m.

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Mon Sep 11, 2023

City Council

Council to hold public hearing on rezoning 710 Spangler Drive

The Zanesville City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on September 11, 2023. The main item is a public hearing on rezoning 710 Spangler Drive from C-1 to RS-5. The council will also take first readings on several ordinances, including tax levies, stream mitigation credits, water meters, and a consulting agreement, and will give a third reading to a zoning map amendment.

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Mon Sep 11, 2023

City Council

Council to buy $425,315 in stream mitigation credits for Muskingum Avenue project

The Zanesville Public Service Committee will discuss two ordinances: one authorizing the purchase of stream mitigation credits for the Muskingum Avenue Project, and another for the purchase of Badger water meters. The meeting is open to the public and includes roll call and approval of prior minutes.

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Mon Aug 28, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on sewer plan contract, zoning map, grants, airport project

The Zanesville City Council will hold first readings on four ordinances: a contract with AECOM for Phase 5 revisions to the combined sewer overflow Long Term Control Plan, amendments to zoning code chapters, an application for an Ohio Department of Natural Resources Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Grant, and accepting a bid for the Airport Beacon and Runway REILs Project. They will also take a second reading on a zoning map amendment to make permanent zoning changes. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and is open to the public.

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Mon Aug 28, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on AECOM contract for sewer overflow plan revisions

The Zanesville City Council will hold first readings on three ordinances, including a contract with AECOM for Phase 5 revisions to the combined sewer overflow Long Term Control Plan, an amendment to zoning chapters, and an application for an Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Grant. They will also take a second reading on a zoning map amendment to make permanent zoning changes. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and roll call.

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Mon Aug 28, 2023

City Council

Council to review zoning map changes and AMLER grant application

The Zanesville City Council Community Development Committee will discuss and review several ordinances, including a zoning map amendment, updates to the zoning code, and authorization to apply for an Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) grant. The meeting is open to the public and includes roll call and approval of prior minutes.

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Mon Aug 21, 2023

City Council

Zanesville City Council Ways and Means Committee meeting cancelled

The Ways and Means Committee meeting of Zanesville City Council scheduled for August 21, 2023, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting of this committee is September 18, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The agenda contains no other items.

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Mon Aug 14, 2023

City Council

Council to review $6.07M grant for Muskingum Avenue project

The Zanesville City Council's Public Service Committee will discuss several ordinances, including a $6.07 million hazard mitigation grant for the Muskingum Avenue project, a contract change order for the Maple Avenue waterline, and bidding for road improvements. The meeting is for discussion and review; no final votes are scheduled.

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Mon Aug 7, 2023

City Council

Housing Committee meeting canceled; no items to decide

The Zanesville City Council Housing Committee meeting scheduled for August 7, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. has been canceled. This agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

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Mon Jul 24, 2023

City Council

Council to consider $1.525M bond for National Road Business Park infrastructure

The Zanesville City Council will consider several ordinances, including a $1.525 million bond issuance for infrastructure at the National Road Business Park, a paving project for Central Avenue and Athletic Drive, and a refinancing of a $1.525 million note. They will also discuss a resolution to auction city-owned property and an agreement with the police union regarding Commander positions. The meeting includes first, second, and third readings of various ordinances, with some declared emergencies.

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Mon Jul 24, 2023

City Council

Council to consider Clean Ohio Fund applications for property purchase

The Community Development Committee will discuss two ordinances authorizing the Community Development Director to apply for Clean Ohio Fund grants and, contingent on success, purchase real property. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and is open to the public.

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Mon Jul 17, 2023

City Council

Council to approve $360,000 ambulance purchase using ARPA funds

The Zanesville City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Ordinance No. 2023-67, which authorizes the purchase of an emergency medical services vehicle (ambulance) for the Fire Division. The ordinance declares an emergency, allowing for informal quotes instead of a formal bidding process, and would use American Rescue Plan Act funds. The total estimated cost is $360,000, including $300,000 for the vehicle and $60,000 for equipment.

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Mon Jul 17, 2023

City Council

Zanesville Ways and Means Committee meeting cancelled

The Ways and Means Committee meeting of Zanesville City Council scheduled for July 17, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting of this committee is August 21, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. This agenda contains only procedural notice of the cancellation.

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Mon Jul 10, 2023

City Council

Council to consider bio-solids disposal contract and sanitation storage facility

The Zanesville City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 10, 2023, with first readings of a resolution to authorize internet auction sales of surplus city property and an ordinance to contract for bio-solids disposal. The council will also take a second reading on a contract with Greystone Construction for a new sanitation storage facility. The agenda includes a mayoral appointment to the Muskingum County Center for Seniors Board.

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Mon Jul 10, 2023

City Council

Council to consider contract for new sanitation storage facility

The Public Service Committee will discuss and potentially recommend Ordinance No. 2023-63, which authorizes the Public Service Director to contract with Greystone Construction to build a new sanitation storage facility through the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program. The meeting is open to the public and includes roll call and approval of prior minutes.

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Mon Jul 3, 2023

City Council

Zanesville City Council code enforcement committee meeting cancelled

The Code Enforcement Committee meeting of the Zanesville City Council, scheduled for July 3, 2023 at 5:00 p.m., has been cancelled. No other business is listed on this agenda.

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Mon Jun 26, 2023

City Council

Council discusses stray cat ordinance and Main Street, dispatch system bids

The Zanesville City Council Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss upcoming ordinances and resolutions, with no ordinances formally on the agenda. Discussion items include the 600 block of Main Street and bid results for a Computer Aided Dispatch System. The meeting is open to the public in person or remotely.

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Mon Jun 26, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on annexation, director raise, and new sanitation facility

At the June 26, 2023 meeting, Zanesville City Council will take final votes on annexing 5.6 acres owned by the school and park districts, authorizing a raise over 5% for the Community Development Director, and entering a Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Elysa's Interiors. They will also have a first reading on a contract with Greystone Construction for a new sanitation storage facility. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and roll call.

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Mon Jun 26, 2023

City Council

Council to consider tax incentive for Elysa's Interiors, LLC

The Zanesville City Council Community Development Committee will discuss and potentially act on Ordinance 2023-61, which authorizes a Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Elysa's Interiors, LLC. The committee will also receive updates on the Kemp Properties, CDBG 2021 and 2023 programs, and demolition of blighted structures. The meeting is open to the public in person or remotely.

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Mon Jun 26, 2023

City Council

Council discusses stray cat ordinance and 600 block of Main Street

The Zanesville City Council Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss upcoming ordinances and resolutions, including a discussion of the 600 block of Main Street. The agenda includes no ordinances for formal consideration, only discussion items. The meeting is open to the public in person or remotely.

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Tue Jun 20, 2023

City Council

Zanesville Ways and Means Committee meeting cancelled

The Ways and Means Committee meeting of Zanesville City Council scheduled for June 20, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting of this committee is July 17, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. This agenda contains only procedural notice of the cancellation and rescheduling, with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

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Mon Jun 12, 2023

City Council

Council to review water line repair, road overlays, airport road grant, drainage engineering

The Zanesville Public Service Committee will discuss and review four ordinances: emergency funding for a failing water line on Woodlawn, bidding for the 2023 citywide OPWC pavement overlays, applying for a $525,000 AIG grant for airport entrance road reconstruction, and a contract with Arcadis for drainage conduit engineering. The committee will also receive an update on the citywide composting program. This is a discussion and review meeting; no final votes are taken here.

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Mon Jun 5, 2023

City Council

Crime and Violence Committee meeting cancelled

The Zanesville City Council Crime and Violence Committee meeting scheduled for June 5, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

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Mon Jun 5, 2023

City Council

Public Safety Committee meeting cancelled

The Public Safety Committee meeting of Zanesville City Council scheduled for June 5, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The agenda contains no other items for discussion or decision.

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Mon May 22, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on water plant upgrades, backhoe purchase, annexation

Zanesville City Council will consider five proposed ordinances, including emergency measures for water treatment plant electrical upgrades, a backhoe purchase, an appropriation amendment, and annexation of 5.6 acres owned by the school district and park district. They will also take final action on funding for Transitions, Inc. domestic violence services and adoption of the county hazard mitigation plan, both postponed from the May 8 meeting.

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Mon May 22, 2023

City Council

Council discusses 600 block of Main Street redevelopment and stray cat ordinance

The Zanesville City Council's Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss two items: a proposed stray cat ordinance and the status of the 600 block of Main Street, where the owner, Nate Embrey, has a signed contract with Premier Commercial Construction for rehabilitation. The committee heard updates on the building's deteriorating condition and Embrey's plans, but no ordinances are on the agenda for action.

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Thu May 18, 2023

City Council

Council to consider annexing 5.6 acres from Falls Township

The Community Development Committee will discuss and review Ordinance No. 2023-53, which approves the annexation of approximately 5.6 acres owned by the Zanesville City School District and the Muskingum Valley Park District from Falls Township into the city. The committee will also discuss the 600 block of Main Street, the CDBG 2023 allocation program, and downtown summer concerts. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting.

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Mon May 15, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss water plant electrical upgrades and nonprofit funding policy

The Zanesville City Council Ways & Means Committee will discuss Ordinance No. 2023-50, which authorizes spending for replacing electrical switchgear and programmable logic controllers at the Water Treatment Plant. The committee will also continue its discussion on crafting a policy for distributing city funds to nonprofit and for-profit entities, with members considering a contract-based approach. The meeting is open to the public.

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Mon May 8, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on jail security upgrades, new fees, annexation

The Zanesville City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including accepting a bid above estimates for truck service bodies, purchasing new door locks and safety equipment for the City Jail, implementing new Building Division and Code Enforcement fees, and consenting to an annexation petition. They will also take action on previously introduced items, such as applying for an OPWC grant and loan, funding Transitions, Inc. for domestic violence services, and adopting the Muskingum County Hazard Mitigation Plan.

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Mon May 8, 2023

City Council

Council to consider accepting above-estimate bid for truck service bodies

The Zanesville Public Service Committee will discuss Ordinance 2023-44, which would authorize the Public Service Director to accept the lowest and best bid for installing truck service bodies, even if it exceeds initial estimates, and declare an emergency. The committee will also discuss a citywide composting program. The meeting is open to the public in person, by phone, or online.

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Mon Apr 10, 2023

City Council

Council to hear rezoning request and consider multiple ordinances

The Zanesville City Council will hold a public hearing on a request by Brandon Hess to rezone three parcels from C-4 to 1-1, then consider several ordinances including road salt purchase, OPWC grant application, bio-solids disposal contract, Muskingum Avenue improvements, wastewater plant upgrade planning, AFSCME on-call pay changes, funding for Transitions Inc., and a new records management and dispatch system for police and fire. The meeting also includes the swearing in of new Councilperson Mark E. Ballmer.

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Mon Apr 10, 2023

City Council

Council to review road salt, OPWC loan, bio-solids, and Dug Road engineering contracts

The Zanesville Public Service Committee will discuss and review several ordinances for upcoming Council action, including participation in ODOT's road salt contract, applying for an OPWC grant and zero-interest loan, contracting for bio-solids disposal, and final engineering for Muskingum Avenue (Dug Road) improvements. The meeting is open to the public in person, by phone, or online via WebEx.

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Mon Mar 27, 2023

City Council

Council to appoint treasurer, approve waste plan, zoning changes

The Zanesville City Council is meeting to consider several items, including the appointment of Rob Sharrer as City Treasurer, approval of the Southeastern Ohio Joint Solid Waste Management District's plan, and first readings of ordinances related to the 2023 budget, employee wages, and workforce positions. The council will also take a second reading on a zoning map amendment for three parcels on State Street. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as approval of minutes and a roll call.

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Mon Mar 27, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning three parcels from commercial to industrial

The Community Development Committee will discuss Ordinance 2023-26, which would rezone three parcels (Auditor Parcel #83-37-03-10-000, #83-37-03-11-000, #83-37-03-12-000) from C-4 Highway Commercial to I-1 Industrial. The meeting also includes approval of the February 27, 2023 minutes. No other discussion items are listed.

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Mon Mar 27, 2023

City Council

Council to appoint new treasurer, approve budget and zoning changes

The Zanesville City Council will consider several items, including the appointment of Rob Sharrer as city treasurer, a resolution approving the regional solid waste management plan, and ordinances for the 2023 budget, employee wages, and workforce positions. They will also hold a second reading on a zoning map amendment for three parcels on State Street.

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Mon Mar 20, 2023

City Council

Council reviews 2023 budget hearings and investment update

The Zanesville City Council Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss the city's investments and hold budget hearings for various departments, including Vehicle & Equipment, Community Development, Airport, Streets & Sanitation, Water, Parks & Cemetery, and Sewer. The committee will also consider Ordinance 2023-28, which provides appropriations for Fiscal Year 2023 and declares an emergency. The meeting is open to the public in person or remotely.

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Mon Mar 13, 2023

City Council

Council to consider water main project, zoning map, and city workforce changes

The Zanesville City Council will hold first readings on ordinances for the Maple Avenue Water Main Replacement Project, a zoning map amendment, a city workforce position schedule, and a new job classification. They will also take final votes on waiving fees for the American Made Country Music Festival and increasing salaries for elected officials. The meeting includes a police vehicle auction notice and a housing authority reappointment.

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Mon Mar 6, 2023

City Council

Crime and Violence Committee meeting cancelled

The Zanesville City Council Crime and Violence Committee meeting scheduled for March 6, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

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Mon Feb 27, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss fee waivers for music festival and city workforce positions

The Zanesville City Council's Community Development Committee is meeting to discuss two ordinances: one to waive fees and provide services for the American Made Country Music Festival, and another to set a maximum schedule of positions for the city workforce. Both are scheduled for second reading at this meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call and approval of prior minutes.

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Wed Feb 22, 2023

City Council

Zanesville Council reviews 2023 budgets for fire, police, traffic, code enforcement

The Ways & Means Committee is holding budget hearings for 2023 covering the Fire, City Traffic, Code Enforcement, Police, and Public Safety departments. They will also discuss potential changes to permit fees, including online permits, and approve the minutes from the January 17 meeting. No resolutions or ordinances are scheduled.

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Mon Feb 13, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on ARPA funds for stadium, arts, and festival

The Zanesville City Council is meeting to consider 11 proposed ordinances, including several first readings that would authorize spending American Rescue Plan Act funds for the revitalization of Gant Youth Baseball Stadium and for impacted industries in the Downtown Arts and Culture Overlay, as well as waive fees and negotiate sponsorships for the American Made Country Music Festival. The council will also consider a contract change order for the Francis Street Ditch Improvements Project, salary increases for elected officials, an agreement with Zanesville City Schools, and other administrative items. Two traffic orders are on the agenda to establish no-parking zones on Mt. Auburn Street and Armco Avenue.

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Mon Feb 6, 2023

City Council

Council committee to discuss demolitions, weed cleanup, homelessness, permit fees

The Zanesville City Council's Code Enforcement Committee is meeting to discuss upcoming ordinances, resolutions, and discussion items. Topics include demolitions, weed crew cleanups, homelessness, potential changes to permit fees including online permits, and a review of 2022 invoices and outstanding bills. The meeting is open to the public in person or remotely.

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Mon Jan 23, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on electric/gas aggregation ballot, contracts, and appointments

The Zanesville City Council will consider several ordinances, including establishing electric and natural gas aggregation programs with opt-out provisions, which would go to voters. They will also vote on contracts for the Muskingum Avenue (Dug Road) improvements, emergency water well repairs, and new play equipment at Merrick Park, plus appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.

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Tue Jan 17, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss new police/fire records and dispatch system purchase

The Zanesville City Council Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss upcoming ordinances, including a proposal to purchase a new computerized records management and computer aided dispatch system for the police and fire departments. The committee will also approve minutes from the December 19, 2022 meeting. This is a discussion meeting, not a final vote.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on sewer fee hike, downtown district expansion, and property sale

The Zanesville City Council will hold its first meeting of 2023, with several items up for action. The council will consider final approval of new sanitary sewer fees, an expansion of the Downtown Revitalization District, and a resolution to auction surplus city property online. It will also review contracts for wastewater treatment plant engineering and a new police/fire records system.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

City Council

Council to hear energy aggregation presentation, wastewater contract

The Public Service Committee will discuss upcoming ordinances and resolutions, including an energy aggregation presentation and a proposed engineering contract for the wastewater treatment plant. No ordinances are listed for formal action at this meeting.

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