Gahanna public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Gahanna City Council will consider authorizing up to $15 million in bonds for the Columbus Academy project and approve the 2026 budget and personnel salaries. The meeting also includes public hearings and the swearing-in of a new police officer.

• Authorize $15M bonds for Columbus Academy project
• Adopt 2026 City of Gahanna budget
• Approve 2026 public health services contract with Franklin County
• Approve 2026 Parks and Recreation pricing policy
• Authorize street rebuild and waterline contracts

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will convene to approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive a presentation regarding Friendship Park. The agenda also includes the director's report for November 2025 and committee updates.

• Approval of minutes from the November 12, 2025 Parks Board meeting
• Presentation on Friendship Park
• Director's Report for November 2025
• Bicycle & Trail Advisory Committee report
• Gahanna Active Senior Advisory Committee report

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were voted on. The board heard a presentation on three design concepts for the new Friendship Park playground, but no decisions were made on the project.

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including property transfers on Mill and High streets, contracts for the 2025 Street Rebuild and Waterline Program and Taylor Road water main replacement, adoption of the 2026 Parks and Recreation pricing policy, a cybersecurity program, and establishment of 2026 salaries and benefits for city personnel. Also on the agenda are supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2025 and a placeholder resolution supporting the Somali American community.

• ORD-0060-2025: Accept and transfer real property at 110 N. High St., 120 N. High St., 130-140 Mill St., 152 Mill St., 153-155 Mill St., 161-167 Mill St., 169 Mill St., and 170 Mill St.
• ORD-0055-2025: Authorize contract with Elite Excavating Company for the 2025 Street Rebuild and Waterline Program (ST-1116)
• ORD-0056-2025: Authorize contract with Shelly & Sands, Inc. for the Taylor Road Water Main Replacement Project (ST-1121)
• ORD-0058-2025: Establish 2026 salaries for city personnel, waiving second reading and declaring an emergency
• ORD-0059-2025: Establish 2026 benefits for city personnel, effective January 1, 2026, waiving second reading and declaring an emergency

The council approved moving the ordinance to transfer several parcels of real property to the agenda for first reading on Dec. 15, 2025 and second reading on Jan. 2, 2026. It also placed the 2026 Parks and Recreation pricing policy on the Dec. 15, 2025 consent agenda for adoption. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved scheduling first reading of Ordinance ORD-0060-2025 for Dec. 15, 2025
• Approved scheduling second reading of Ordinance ORD-0060-2025 for Jan. 2, 2026
• Approved placing 2026 Parks and Recreation Pricing Policy on Dec. 15, 2025 consent agenda for adoption

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the financial report for the third quarter of FY 2025. Members will also review questions and an amended budget proposal for FY 2026.

• FY 2025 Quarter 3 Financial Report (2025-0254)
• ORD-0049-2025: Ordinance adopting appropriations for FY 2026 expenses

The committee reviewed the FY 2025 third‑quarter financial report and discussed adjustments to the FY 2026 appropriations, including changes to the street rebuild program, storm‑water funding, and the Water Fund. It recommended that the amended budget be taken up for a second reading and adoption with amendment on December 15, 2025. No vote tally was recorded for the recommendation. The meeting was adjourned at 8:54 p.m.

• Recommended second reading/adoption with amendment for Substitute Exhibit A (no vote recorded)

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission will review three variance applications to modify residential zoning standards. The applications involve properties at 167 Scottsbury Court (Parcel ID 025-006071, current R‑1), 1392 Hanbury Court (Parcel ID 025-007628, current R‑2), and 535 Humboldt Court (Parcel ID 025-009398, current R‑3). The commission will also discuss the schedule for its 2026 meetings.

• Variance V-0029-2025 for 167 Scottsbury Court, Parcel ID 025-006071, current R‑1 Large Lot Residential
• Variance V-0030-2025 for 1392 Hanbury Court, Parcel ID 025-007628, current R‑2 Medium Lot Residential
• Variance V-0031-2025 for 535 Humboldt Court, Parcel ID 025-009398, current R‑3 Small Lot Residential
• New business: discussion of 2026 Planning Commission meeting schedule

The Planning Commission approved the meeting minutes with a 6‑1 vote and one abstention. It then approved the variance request for a 240‑sq‑ft shed/greenhouse at 167 Scottsbury Court by a unanimous 7‑0 vote. No decision was recorded for the subsequent variance application on Hanbury Court.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-1, 1 abstain)
• Approved variance for 167 Scottsbury Court shed (7-0)

City Council - Special

This is a special meeting with only an executive session to discuss the appointment of public employees or officials. No other business will be conducted.

• Executive session under Section 5.40(a) of Council Rules for appointment of public employees or officials.

The council voted to go into executive session to review applications for board and commission appointments. The motion carried unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. No further action was taken and the meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)

City Council

City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the proposed appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The body is also reviewing utility rate changes and a large bond issuance for the Columbus Academy project.

• ORD-0049-2025: Fiscal Year 2026 Proposed Budget appropriations
• ORD-0053-2025: Issuance of revenue bonds up to $15,000,000 for the Columbus Academy project
• ORD-0051-2025: Ordinance to establish utility rates
• ORD-0052-2025: Contract with Tyevco Inc. for Big Walnut Trail bridge decking replacement
• RES-0056-2025: Agreement with Community Improvement Corporation of Gahanna for 2026

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving several prior meeting minutes and a utility‑rates ordinance. It passed RES‑0056‑2025, authorizing the mayor to sign a one‑year agreement with the Community Improvement Corporation of Gahanna. The council also waived second‑reading requirements and adopted ORD‑0052‑2025, allowing the mayor to contract with Tyevco Inc. for replacement of the Big Walnut Trail bridge decking. Two ordinances, ORD‑0049‑2025 and ORD‑0053‑2025, were introduced for first reading.

• Approved consent agenda minutes and utility‑rates ordinance (unanimous 7‑0)
• Adopted RES‑0056‑2025 authorizing mayor‑CIC agreement (unanimous 7‑0)
• Waived second reading of ORD‑0052‑2025 for bridge deck contract (unanimous 7‑0)
• Adopted ORD‑0052‑2025 for Tyevco bridge deck contract (unanimous 7‑0)
• Introduced ORD‑0049‑2025 appropriations ordinance for FY 2026 (first reading)
• Introduced ORD‑0053‑2025 bond issuance ordinance for Columbus Academy Project (first reading)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss general budget questions and consider ORD-0049-2025, which adopts appropriations for city expenses in fiscal year 2026. No votes are scheduled; the discussion precedes a regular council meeting.

• ORD-0049-2025: Ordinance adopting appropriations for FY2026
• General budget questions discussion

The committee reviewed the draft 2026 budget, noted its $114 million size, and discussed the budgeting process. No formal approvals or rejections were made. The committee recommended that the next Finance Committee meeting on 12/8/2025 continue the discussion, with a second reading and adoption expected on 12/15/2025.

• Scheduled further discussion of the 2026 budget on 2025-12-08 (no vote recorded)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review two ordinances from the Department of Economic Development. One authorizes up to $15 million in revenue bonds for the Columbus Academy project; the other authorizes a one-year agreement with the Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation. Council will also consider a resolution supporting Jessica Hilts' candidacy for a regional IIMC position and a notice regarding annual liquor license renewals.

• ORD-0053-2025: $15M economic development improvement and refunding revenue bonds for The Columbus Academy Project
• ORD-0054-2025: Authorizes agreement with Community Improvement Corporation to promote economic activity (Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2026)
• 2025-0242: Resolution of support for Jessica Hilts' candidacy as Region V Director for IIMC
• 2025-0240: Ohio Division of Liquor Control notice for objections to annual renewal of all Class C and D permits

The Committee of the Whole agreed to place ORD‑0054‑2025 on the Regular Council agenda as a resolution on December 1, 2025, eliminating the need for a waiver or emergency. It also scheduled the first reading of ORD‑0053‑2025 on December 1, 2025, with a public hearing and second reading as an emergency on December 15, 2025. Council members expressed support for Jessica Hilts’ candidacy for IIMC Region 5 and noted no objections to the renewal of Class C and D liquor permits expiring February 1, 2026.

• Convert ORD‑0054‑2025 to a resolution; adopt on Regular Agenda Dec 1, 2025
• Place ORD‑0053‑2025 first reading on Regular Agenda Dec 1, 2025
• Schedule public hearing and second reading of ORD‑0053‑2025 as emergency on Dec 15, 2025
• Support Jessica Hilts’ candidacy for IIMC Region 5 with a draft support letter (no objections recorded)
• Renew all Class C and D liquor permits expiring Feb 1, 2026 (no objections recorded)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold budget presentations and answer questions on the Engineering, Public Service, Council Office, and Law departments. The committee then plans to discuss ORD-0049-2025, which adopts appropriations for the city's current expenses and other expenditures for fiscal year 2026.

• Budget presentations for Engineering, Public Service, Council Office, and Law departments
• ORD-0049-2025: Ordinance adopting appropriations for fiscal year 2026

The Finance Committee heard presentations on the 2026 budget priorities for the Council Office, Law Department, and Public Service Department, as well as discussions on public records management and AI tools. No formal approvals, denials, or tabling of measures were recorded. The meeting consisted of informational updates and Q&A without any vote or decision.

Planning Commission

The November 19, 2025, meeting of the Gahanna Planning Commission has been canceled. The agenda was removed from the official record.

City Council

Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2026 budget (ORD-0049-2025) and consider adoption of a development agreement for redevelopment of vacant and blighted properties in the Creekside District (ORD-0042-2025). Other items include first reading of utility rate changes (ORD-0051-2025), consent agenda items (Discover Card settlement and revised EV charging fees), and authorization for Big Walnut Trail bridge decking replacement (ORD-0052-2025). A swearing-in ceremony for a new police communications technician is also scheduled.

• Public hearing on FY2026 appropriations ordinance (ORD-0049-2025)
• Second reading/adoption of development agreement with Connect Realty LLC, Benson Capital, LLC, and Gahanna CIC for Creekside District redevelopment (ORD-0042-2025)
• First reading of ordinance to establish utility rates and amend public utilities title (ORD-0051-2025)
• Waiver of bidding and authorization for contract to replace Big Walnut Trail bridge decking (ORD-0052-2025, contractor TBD)
• Consent agenda includes resolution for Discover Card merchant class action settlement (RES-0054-2025) and revised EV charging station fees (RES-0055-2025)

The council approved two resolutions on the consent agenda—authorizing the city attorney to settle the Discover Card merchant class action (RES‑0054‑2025) and adopting revised electric‑vehicle charging station fees (RES‑0055‑2025). All listed minutes and resolutions were approved unanimously, and the motion to pass the consent agenda carried 7‑0. No other ordinances were adopted; the Creekside development ordinance was only read for a second reading.

• Adopted RES‑0054‑2025 settlement authorization (unanimous)
• Adopted RES‑0055‑2025 revised EV charging station fees (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑0234 Council Special Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑0235 Council Regular Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑0236 Finance Committee Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑0237 Council Special Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑0238 Committee of the Whole Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑0239 Finance Committee Minutes (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss ORD-0049-2025, which adopts appropriations for the city's 2026 fiscal year expenses and expenditures. The discussion covers questions from the Parks & Recreation and Planning departments. The committee may vote to recommend the ordinance to the full City Council.

• ORD-0049-2025: Ordinance adopting appropriations for FY2026 current expenses and expenditures

The committee heard presentations on 2026 priorities from Planning and Parks & Recreation, and answered questions on budgeting and revenue. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

City Council - Special

The council voted unanimously to go into Executive Session under Section 5.40(a) to consider Charter Review Commission applications. No further action was taken during the session. The meeting adjourned at 7:06 p.m.

• Entered Executive Session to consider Charter Review Commission applications (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Gahanna Parks & Recreation Board meets to approve previous minutes, hear a director's report, and receive updates from advisory committees. New business includes an events and paddle update. The agenda is largely procedural with no major votes on contracts or policy changes.

• Approval of meeting minutes from October 15, 2025
• Events and Paddle Update under new business
• Director's Report for October 2025
• Committee reports from BTAC, GASAC, and NRAC

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other motions were voted on; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports on programs, grants, upcoming construction, and volunteer activities.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an ordinance authorizing a development agreement for the redevelopment of vacant and blighted properties in the Creekside District. Other items include revised electric vehicle charging station fees, utility rate adjustments, replacement of Big Walnut Trail bridge decking, and acceptance of an easement for fiber-optic installation.

• ORD-0042-2025: Development agreement with Connect Realty LLC, Benson Capital LLC, and Gahanna Community Improvement Corp. for redevelopment in the Creekside District (returning for further discussion).
• RES-0055-2025: Adoption of revised electric vehicle charging station fees under Chapter 949.
• ORD-0051-2025: Ordinance to establish utility rates and amend Part Nine, Title Three of the city code.
• ORD-0052-2025: Waiving formal bidding to contract for Big Walnut Trail bridge decking replacement.
• ORD-0050-2025: Accept an easement from Ohio Power Company for fiber-optic installation at 825 Tech Center Drive, declared an emergency.

The Committee of the Whole placed the development agreement ordinance (ORD‑0042‑2025) on the regular agenda for a second‑reading vote on November 17, 2025. It also moved the electric‑vehicle charging station fee resolution (RES‑0055‑2025) to the consent agenda for adoption on the same date. No other actions were taken.

• Scheduled Ordinance ORD‑0042‑2025 (development agreement) for second reading on 11/17/2025
• Placed Resolution RES‑0055‑2025 (EV charging fee update) on consent agenda for adoption on 11/17/2025

City Council - Special

The Gahanna City Council will open the meeting with a roll call, then move into an executive session under Section 5.40(a) of the Council Rules of Procedure to consider the appointment of public employees or officials. The meeting will adjourn after the executive session.

• Call to order (roll call)
• Executive session to consider appointment of public employees or officials

Council members voted unanimously to go into executive session under Section 5.40(a) to consider three Charter Review Commission applicants. The session was held in the Law Library from 6:04 p.m. to 7:17 p.m. No further action or decisions were taken during the session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss budget questions for the Department of Administrative Services and Mayor's Office, and consider Ordinance ORD-0049-2025 adopting appropriations for City of Gahanna's fiscal year 2026. No other substantive items are listed.

• Budget questions on Department of Administrative Services and Mayor's Office
• ORD-0049-2025: ordinance adopting appropriations for fiscal year 2026

The committee heard presentations on 2026 priorities from the Mayor’s Office, Marketing & Communications, Economic Development, Human Resources, Finance and Information Technology. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded in the minutes. The meeting consisted of departmental updates and discussion of the upcoming Civic Center move.

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 5, 2025 has been canceled. No agenda items or decisions will be discussed. Residents should note the cancellation.

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance authorizing a development agreement with Connect Realty LLC, Benson Capital, LLC, and the Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation to redevelop vacant and blighted properties in the Creekside District. The agenda also includes adoption of the 'Our Gahanna' Strategic Plan and Economic Development Strategy, and the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. Consent items cover easements for natural gas and sewer infrastructure, and a resolution on annexation services and buffer requirements for 7.6+/- acres on East Johnstown Road.

• Public hearing on ORD-0042-2025: development agreement for Creekside District redevelopment
• Adoption of RES-0046-2025: 'Our Gahanna' Strategic Plan and Economic Development Strategy
• Adoption of ORD-0043-2025: 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• RES-0052-2025: annexation and buffer services for 7.6+/- acres at 4736 and 4722 East Johnstown Road
• Consent agenda: easements for Columbia Gas at Lower McCorkle Park and sanitary sewer at 135 Serran Drive and Crescent Circle

The council removed Ordinance 0045-2025 from the consent agenda and placed it on the regular agenda for a second reading and adoption. A public hearing was held on Ordinance 0042-2025, which would authorize the mayor to enter a development agreement for the Creekside District. Council scheduled a vote on Ordinance 0042-2025 for November 17, 2025. No final approvals, denials, or other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Moved Ordinance 0045-2025 to regular agenda (no vote)
• Scheduled vote on Ordinance 0042-2025 for November 17, 2025

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss questions on the 2026 Public Safety Budget and consider an ordinance adopting appropriations for the city's fiscal year 2026 expenses and expenditures. The meeting takes place immediately after the regular council meeting on November 3, 2025.

• Discussion on Public Safety Budget 2026
• ORD-0049-2025: Ordinance adopting appropriations for current expenses and other expenditures of the City of Gahanna during fiscal year 2026

The committee reviewed the proposed 2026 public safety budget, covering priorities such as the Civic Center move, expansion of Flock cameras, CALEA accreditation, and school resource officer staffing. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The meeting adjourned without further business.

City Council - Special

The Gahanna City Council will enter an executive session under Section 5.40(a) of the Council Rules of Procedure. The session will be used to consider the appointment of public employees or officials. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Executive session to consider appointment of public employees or officials

The council voted 7-0 to go into Executive Session under Section 5.40(a) to consider Charter Review Commission applicants. The motion was made by Renner, seconded by Schnetzer, and approved by all seven members present. No other actions were taken.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider four agenda items. A resolution will adopt the city’s “Our Gahanna” strategic plan and economic development strategy. A resolution will address annexation of approximately 7.6 acres on East Johnstown Road in Jefferson Township and related buffer requirements. An ordinance will authorize the mayor to enter a development agreement with Connect Realty LLC, Benson Capital, LLC, and the Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation for redevelopment of vacant and blighted properties in the Creekside District, and a resolution will authorize the mayor to execute a supplemental agreement with the Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation.

• RES-0046-2025: Adopt the "Our Gahanna" strategic plan and economic development strategy
• RES-0052-2025: Annex ~7.6 acres at 4722 and 4736 East Johnstown Road, Jefferson Township, with buffer requirements per Ohio Revised Code 709.023
• ORD-0042-2025: Ordinance authorizing mayor to sign development agreement with Connect Realty LLC, Benson Capital, LLC, and Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation for Creekside District redevelopment
• RES-0051-2025: Resolution authorizing mayor to execute 2025 supplemental agreement with Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation

The Committee of the Whole discussed the adoption of the "Our Gahanna" strategic plan and economic development strategy (Resolution RES‑0046‑2025) and a services resolution for a proposed annexation of 7.6 acres in Jefferson Township (Resolution RES‑0052‑2025). Both items were recommended for introduction and adoption at the November 3, 2025 council meeting. The ordinance authorizing the mayor to enter a development agreement for the Creekside District (ORD‑0042‑2025) was noted as pending a vote on November 17, 2025. No votes or final actions were taken at this meeting.

City Council - Special

City Council will meet in a special session to enter executive session. The purpose is to consider the appointment of public employees or officials.

• Executive session to consider appointment of public employees or officials

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss adopting a five-year Capital Improvement Plan for the City of Gahanna. The meeting will also include questions regarding the FY 2026 Capital Budget Request.

• Adoption of the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• FY 2026 Capital Budget Request questions

The committee reviewed the 2026‑2027 Capital Improvement Plan and budget requests, including the Aquatics Master Plan, Creekside Flood Mitigation project, and signage program. Members asked for clarification on project scopes, funding estimates, and timelines, but no formal approvals or votes were recorded.

Finance Committee

The Gahanna Finance Committee will hold a workshop to receive presentations on the proposed FY 2026 budget. No votes or other decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists of a call to order, the workshop, and adjournment.

• FY 2026 Budget Presentations

The Finance Committee met on October 23, 2025 at City Hall and reviewed the FY 2026 budget presentation. The Mayor and Director of Finance presented budget assumptions, fund balances, and proposed initiatives. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded during the session.

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission will meet to consider four variance applications that request changes to zoning development standards, sign regulations, and parking requirements for properties on Parkedge Drive, Buckles Court, Wickham Way, and North Hamilton Road.

• V-0024-2025: Variance for 675 Parkedge Drive (R-1 zoning)
• V-0025-2025: Variance for 722 Buckles Court (GC zoning)
• V-0026-2025: Variance for 559 Wickham Way (R-1 zoning)
• V-0027-2025: Variance for 817 North Hamilton Road (RI zoning)
• Approval of 2025-0195 Planning Commission meeting minutes

The commission approved the variance application for a 280‑sq‑ft addition at 675 Park Edge Drive, allowing the structure to be 10 ft from the north property line. The motion passed unanimously with six votes in favor and one absent member. The meeting minutes (2025‑0195) were also approved by the same 6‑0 vote. No decision was recorded for the sign variance at 722 Buckles Court.

• Approved variance for 675 Park Edge Drive addition (6‑0)
• Approved meeting minutes 2025‑0195 (6‑0)

City Council - Special

This special meeting of Gahanna City Council consists of a call to order, an executive session to discuss the appointment of public employees or officials, and adjournment. No public hearings, ordinances, or other business items are scheduled. The executive session is closed to the public.

• Motion to enter executive session under Section 5.40(a) of Council Rules to consider appointment of public employees or officials

The council voted to go into Executive Session under Section 5.40(a) to consider the appointment of public employees or officials. The motion was made by Michael Schnetzer, seconded by Stephen A. Renner, and carried unanimously with all seven members voting Yes. No further action was taken during the session.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session (7-0)

City Council

The Gahanna City Council will consider adopting a new five-year Capital Improvement Plan and a strategic economic development plan. The meeting also includes public hearings on the strategic plan and the approval of various infrastructure and sewer projects.

• Adoption of 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Public hearing on 'Our Gahanna' Strategic Plan
• Approval of sewer improvements on Clotts Road and Serran Drive
• Authorization for CREEKSIDE PLAZA flood improvement project
• Acceptance of Crescent Circle public infrastructure improvements

The Gahanna City Council approved a series of motions, resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing bids for sanitary sewer and waterline projects, adopting a resolution to seek Federal Transit Administration Section 5310 funding, and supporting a state grant for the Creeksides Plaza flood improvement. The council also recognized October as National Arts & Humanities Month and accepted infrastructure improvement ordinances. The consent agenda, containing these items, was passed with a unanimous 7‑vote approval.

• Approved 2025-0200 and 2025-0201 council minutes (Consent Agenda)
• Approved MT-0013-2025 to bid for Clotts Road and Serran Drive sanitary sewer improvements
• Approved MT-0014-2025 to bid for White Swan Court & Embassy Court Street rebuild and waterline replacement
• Adopted RES-0045-2025 authorizing the mayor to apply for Federal Transit Administration Section 5310 funding
• Adopted RES-0047-2025 recognizing October as National Arts & Humanities Month
• Adopted RES-0050-2025 supporting the city's application for state capital grant funding for Creeksides Plaza flood project
• Adopted ORD-0041-2025 accepting Crescent Circle public roadway, storm water, and domestic water infrastructure improvements
• Adopted ORD-0044-2025 authorizing an easement with Columbia Gas to provide natural gas service to the cell tower at Lower McCorkle Park

Parks & Recreation Board

The Gahanna Parks & Recreation Board will consider a redline version of the 2026 PR Pricing Policy and review the 2025 aquatics end-of-season report. The meeting also includes approval of September minutes, a director's report, and committee updates from the Bicycle & Trail Advisory Committee.

• 2026 PR Pricing Policy Redline (discussion of proposed fee changes)
• 2025 Aquatics End of Season review (pool season summary)
• Approval of Parks Board minutes from September 17, 2025
• Director's report for September 2025

The Parks & Recreation Board voted to approve the September 17, 2025 minutes as published. The motion was made by Donna Simmons, seconded by Eric Miller, and carried unanimously with six votes in favor and one member absent. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved Sep 17, 2025 board minutes (6-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hear an appeal of the Planning Commission’s denial of variance application V-0019-2025. The variance seeks to modify Section 1103.07(e) for a large‑lot residential property at 400 Braemer Court, currently zoned R‑1. The Board will decide whether to grant the variance.

• Appeal of Planning Commission denial of variance V-0019-2025 for 400 Braemer Court (R‑1 Large Lot Residential)

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes. The motion was made by Michael Burmeister, seconded by Paul Bryson, and carried by a vote of three in favor and two absent. No substantive decision on the variance appeal was recorded during this session.

• Approved meeting minutes (3‑2)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will adopt the "Our Gahanna" strategic plan and consider an ordinance authorizing the mayor to enter a development agreement with Connect Realty LLC, Benson Capital, LLC, and the Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation for vacant and blighted properties in the Creekside District. It will also vote on motions and ordinances for sanitary sewer improvements on Clotts Road and Serran Drive, easement agreements for sewer and gas infrastructure, waterline replacement projects, and funding applications for transit and flood improvement projects. Additionally, the council will recognize October as National Arts & Humanities Month.

• ORD-0042-2025: Ordinance authorizing a development agreement with Connect Realty LLC, Benson Capital, LLC, and Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation for Creekside District redevelopment
• MT-0013-2025: Motion to bid for sanitary sewer improvements on Clotts Road (SA-1105) and Serran Drive (SA-1099)
• ORD-0045-2025: Ordinance accepting an access easement agreement for 135 Serran Drive to provide city access to sanitary sewer infrastructure
• ORD-0044-2025: Ordinance authorizing an easement with Columbia Gas of Ohio, Inc. to provide natural gas service to the cell tower at Lower McCorkle Park
• RES-0050-2025: Resolution supporting the city’s application for state capital grant funding for the Creekside Plaza and flood improvement project

The Committee of the Whole heard a presentation on the "Our Gahanna" Strategic Plan and Economic Development Strategy by Senior Director Miranda Vollmer and Planning NEXT. Council was informed that a public hearing is scheduled for October 20, 2025, and a vote on adoption is set for November 3, 2025. No motions, approvals, or denials were recorded at this meeting.

Planning Commission Workshop

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss case 2025-0194, concerning Sort and Pack at 650 Taylor Station Road. No other items are on the agenda. The meeting is a discussion-only session with no formal votes expected.

• Discussion of case 2025-0194: Sort and Pack at 650 Taylor Station Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and decide on two variance applications. One seeks to vary large-lot residential standards at 675 Parkedge Drive. The other requests a variance from permanent sign standards at 722 Buckles Court.

• Variance Application V-0024-2025 for 675 Parkedge Drive to vary Section 1103.07(e) (Large Lot Residential) in R-1 zoning
• Variance Application V-0025-2025 for 722 Buckles Court to vary Section 1111.03 (Permanent Sign Standards) in GC zoning
• Approval of September 24, 2025 Planning Commission minutes

City Council

Council will introduce an ordinance authorizing a development agreement with Connect Realty LLC, Benson Capital LLC, and the Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation to redevelop vacant and blighted properties in the Creekside District. Also on the agenda are adoption of the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan and authorization for sewer improvement projects on Hamilton Road, Granville Street, and East Johnstown Road. Consent items include approval of tax levies, a proclamation honoring the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall, and a temporary construction easement with Columbia Gas.

• Development agreement for Creekside District redevelopment (ORD-0042-2025)
• Adoption of 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (ORD-0043-2025)
• Authorization for bidding on Hamilton Road and Granville Street sanitary sewer improvements (MT-0011-2025)
• Tax levy certification resolution (RES-0041-2025)
• Proclamation honoring Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall (RES-0042-2025)

The Gahanna City Council held a regular session featuring a joint resolution honoring a young birder, a proclamation recognizing the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall, and a presentation on the Creekside Redevelopment Plan. Council members and the public discussed the projects, but no formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission will consider a Variance Application (V-0023-2025) and a Development Plan Application (DP-0007-2025) for the property at 348 Granville Street, currently zoned General Commercial. Both applications are submitted by Steve Fox for a Biggby Coffee location. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Variance Application V-0023-2025 for 348 Granville St – request to vary design standards, parking, buffers, and signage; applicant Steve Fox, Biggby Coffee.
• Development Plan Application DP-0007-2025 for 348 Granville St – development plan review; applicant Steve Fox, Biggby Coffee.
• Approval of minutes from 9/10/2025 meeting (2025-0185).
• Swear in applicants and speakers.
• Public comment on the variance and development plan applications.

The commission approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were decided; the Biggby Coffee variance application was discussed but no decision was recorded.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Records Commission

The Gahanna Records Commission will meet to approve minutes from its January 2025 meeting and discuss a proposed Records Retention Schedule (item 2025-0183). The commission will also hear an official report from the Records Analyst.

• Approval of minutes from the January 30, 2025 meeting (2025-0184)
• Discussion and possible approval of Records Retention Schedule (2025-0183)

City Council - Special

The Gahanna City Council is holding a special meeting solely to consider a motion to enter executive session. The closed session would address the potential purchase or sale of property, as well as confidential information related to economic development assistance negotiations. No other business is scheduled.

• Motion to enter executive session under Section 5.40(b) to consider property purchase, sale, or disposition
• Motion to enter executive session under Section 5.40(g) to discuss confidential economic development assistance information

The Gahanna City Council met in a special session on September 22, 2025. A motion by Renner, seconded by Weaver, to go into Executive Session was approved unanimously (7‑0). The Council held the Executive Session from 6:01 p.m. to 7:03 p.m. and took no further action.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and may vote on a development agreement with Connect Realty LLC and Benson Capital LLC for redeveloping vacant and blighted properties in the Creekside District. Other major items include adopting the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan, authorizing bids for sanitary sewer improvement projects on Hamilton Road and Granville Street, and accepting Crescent Circle public infrastructure. Several proclamations and a liquor permit transfer are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance authorizing development agreement with Connect Realty LLC, Benson Capital LLC, and Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation for Creekside District redevelopment
• Ordinance adopting 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Motion to authorize bidding for Hamilton Road and Granville Street sanitary sewer improvements (SA-1117)
• Ordinance accepting Crescent Circle (ST-1111) public roadway and utility infrastructure
• Resolution accepting tax levy amounts and rates as determined by the Budget Commission

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a resolution to accept 2025 property tax rates, a staffing plan for the new 825 Tech Center facility, several engineering project bids, and a development agreement for the Creekside District. Each item was recommended for placement on the consent agenda or future agenda dates, but no votes or approvals were recorded. Consequently, no substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will review the draft 2026 budget and consider a fee waiver request for Gahanna Lincoln High School. The meeting also includes committee reports and the director's monthly update.

• Review 2026 Budget Draft
• Consider Fee Waiver for GLHS
• Receive August Director's Report
• Committee Reports: BTAC, GASAC, NRAC

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. A motion was also approved to waive the fee for GLHS. No vote counts were recorded for either action. The draft 2026 budget was presented but no decision was noted.

• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved GLHS fee waiver (motion carried)

City Council

The Gahanna City Council will approve minutes, a proclamation for National Good Neighbor Day, and ordinances to correct a church address and authorize supplemental appropriations. The body will also introduce an ordinance for a temporary construction easement with Columbia Gas.

• Approve minutes from September 2 and 8, 2025
• Proclaim September 28, 2025, as National Good Neighbor Day
• Adopt ordinance correcting address for Centerpoint Church to 620 McCutcheon Road
• Authorize supplemental appropriations for General Fund and OCJS Grant Fund
• Authorize temporary construction easement with Columbia Gas of Ohio, Inc

The council added two items to the agenda and switched the order of the first two items. Mayor Jadwin proclaimed September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The council swore in Officer Brycyn Williams and promoted Ethan Moffitt to Deputy Chief of Police. An ADAMH levy renewal presentation was heard but no vote or action was recorded.

• Added ADAMH presentation to agenda (no vote)
• Rearranged order of agenda items one and two (no vote)
• Proclaimed September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (no vote)
• Sworn in Officer Brycyn Williams (appointment)
• Sworn in Deputy Chief Ethan Moffitt (appointment)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two applications. A variance request for 747 Jonsol Court seeks to vary Section 1103.07(e) of the Large Lot Residential zoning code. A conditional use application for 254 W. Johnstown Road from Trujillo Quality Concrete requests approval in the General Commercial district. The commission will also approve minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting.

• Variance application V-0022-2025 for 747 Jonsol Court to vary Section 1103.07(e) – Large Lot Residential
• Conditional use application CU-0001-2025 for 254 W. Johnstown Road by Trujillo Quality Concrete in General Commercial zoning
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from August 27, 2025 (2025-0174)
• Public comment period for both applications
• Official reports from Assistant City Attorney, Director of Planning, Council Liaison, Mayor, and Chair

The commission approved Variance Application V-0022-2025, allowing a 171‑square‑foot side‑yard addition at 747 Jonsol Court. The motion was made by Mako, seconded by Shapaka, and carried unanimously (7‑0). Staff had recommended approval and the commission found the variance met all required criteria. No other applications were decided at this meeting.

• Approved variance V-0022-2025 for 747 Jonsol Court addition (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider an ordinance to authorize a temporary construction easement with Columbia Gas of Ohio for a parks project. Another ordinance would make supplemental appropriations for development contract services for the Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation. A resolution would recognize September 28, 2025, as National Good Neighbor Day.

• ORD-0039-2025: Temporary construction easement with Columbia Gas of Ohio, Inc. for parks project.
• ORD-0040-2025: Supplemental appropriations for General Fund Development Contract Services for Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation.
• RES-0040-2025: Proclamation recognizing September 28, 2025 as National Good Neighbor Day.

Council members discussed an ordinance for a temporary construction easement with Columbia Gas, a $5 million supplemental appropriation for the Creekside District redevelopment, and a joint resolution to recognize National Good Neighbor Day. Each item was recommended for an introduction/first reading on the regular agenda on September 15, 2025. No votes or formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

City Council

The council will consider a resolution to exit the Central Ohio Health Care Consortium and establish a new self-insurance health benefits program for city employees, effective January 1, 2026. A separate resolution authorizes the mayor to enter into an electric supply agreement for city facilities. The consent agenda includes a resolution for the Purdue Direct Settlement and approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• RES-0036-2025: Establishes a health benefits self-insurance program for city employees and authorizes third-party administrative services and stop loss insurance
• RES-0035-2025: Authorizes exiting the joint self-insurance agreement with the Central Ohio Health Care Consortium
• RES-0039-2025: Authorizes the mayor to enter into an electric supply agreement for city facilities based on Tradition Energy's pricing analysis
• ORD-0037-2025: Corrects the address for Centerpoint Church from 670 to 620 McCutcheon Road
• ORD-0038-2025: Authorizes supplemental appropriations for the General Fund and OCJS Grant Fund

The council adopted Resolution RES‑0039‑2025 authorizing the mayor to enter an electric supply agreement for city facilities, based on Tradition Energy’s pricing analysis. The resolution passed unanimously with six votes in favor and one member absent. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions establishing self‑insurance, a health‑benefits self‑insurance program, fund transfers, an attorney settlement, and ratifying tax‑incentive recommendations. Two ordinances were introduced for first reading: one correcting the address for Centerpoint Church and another authorizing supplemental appropriations.

• Adopted RES‑0039‑2025 electric supply agreement (6‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items including self‑insurance, health benefits, fund transfers, attorney settlement, tax incentive ratification (6‑0)
• Adopted RES‑0035‑2025 exit joint self‑insurance agreement (6‑0)
• Adopted RES‑0036‑2025 health benefits self‑insurance program (6‑0)
• Adopted RES‑0037‑2025 transfer of funds to Materials and Supplies accounts (6‑0)
• Adopted RES‑0038‑2025 attorney entry into Purdue Direct Settlement (6‑0)
• Adopted ORD‑0035‑2025 tax incentive review council recommendations (6‑0)
• Introduced ORD‑0037‑2025 address correction for Centerpoint Church (first reading)

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission will consider a Development Plan Application for the property at 191 Granville Street (Parcel ID 025-000281), which is currently zoned Creekside Mixed-Use. The commission will also consider a Variance Application to modify specific sections of the Comprehensive Use Table, Design Standards, and Parking requirements for the same property. The agenda also includes routine items such as election of vice chair, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• DP-0006-2025 – Development Plan Application for 191 Granville Street, Parcel ID 025-000281, current zoning Creekside Mixed-Use.
• V-0021-2025 – Variance Application to amend sections 1105.01(b), 1107.02(c)(4), and 1109-01(a)(1)/(4) of the City’s Codified Ordinances for 191 Granville Street.

The Gahanna Planning Commission elected Michael Suriano as Vice Chair by a unanimous vote of all six members. The commission also approved the meeting minutes (2025‑0168) by unanimous vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Elected Michael Suriano Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes 2025‑0168 (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is considering resolutions to exit the Central Ohio Health Care Consortium and establish a new self-insurance health benefits program for city employees effective January 1, 2026. Other items include an electric supply agreement for city facilities, a resolution to enter the Purdue Direct Settlement, a zoning correction for Centerpoint Church, and supplemental appropriations and fund transfers.

• RES-0035-2025: Exit joint self-insurance agreement with Central Ohio Health Care Consortium
• RES-0036-2025: Establish self-insurance program for employee health benefits and authorize third-party administrative services
• RES-0039-2025: Authorize electric supply agreement for city facilities following Tradition Energy pricing analysis
• RES-0038-2025: Authorize City Attorney to enter into the Purdue Direct Settlement
• ORD-0037-2025: Correct address for Centerpoint Church from 670 to 620 McCutcheon Road

The Committee of the Whole heard presentations on exiting the Central Ohio Health Care Consortium and establishing a self‑insured health benefits program for city employees. Staff also presented a proposal for an electric supply agreement covering 67 city facilities, including a potential shift to 100 % renewable energy. Both resolutions were recommended for introduction and adoption on the September 2, 2025 consent agenda, but no votes or approvals occurred at this meeting.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY 2025 Quarter 2 Financial Report (Item 2025-0167). This is a routine review of the city's financial performance midway through the fiscal year.

• Discussion of FY 2025 Quarter 2 Financial Report (2025-0167)

The committee heard Director of Finance Joann Bury’s presentation on the second‑quarter financial results, fund balances, encumbrances, capital activity, tax trends, and investment performance. No motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned after the report.

City Council - Special

This special meeting consists solely of a motion to enter executive session for two purposes: to discuss the purchase or sale of property, and to review confidential information related to economic development assistance. No other business is on the agenda.

• Executive session under Section 5.40(b) to consider property purchase, sale, or disposition
• Executive session under Section 5.40(g) to discuss economic development assistance applications and negotiations

Council members voted on a motion by Renner, seconded by Weaver, to go into executive session to discuss confidential property and economic‑development matters. President Bowers confirmed the meeting met the required criteria. The motion carried unanimously with all seven members voting yes. The council entered executive session at 6:02 p.m. and returned at 7:19 p.m. with no further action.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (7‑0)
• Returned from executive session with no further action

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will approve minutes from July 16, 2025, and discuss the 2026 budget. The agenda also includes committee reports and a director's report for July.

• Approval of July 16, 2025, Board minutes
• Discussion of 2026 Budget
• Director's Report for July 2025
• Bicycle & Trail Advisory Committee report
• Gahanna Active Senior Advisory Committee report

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the July 16, 2025 board minutes by a 7‑0 vote. The board reviewed the draft 2026 operational budget but deferred any action until the September meeting.

• Approved July 16, 2025 board minutes (7-0)

Landscape Board

The Gahanna Landscape Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from May 21, 2025, and consider a new development plan application (DP-25-8) for 191 Granville Street, associated with the Northwest Gahanna Bank project. The agenda also includes a hearing for visitor comments and member remarks.

• Approval of minutes (LB-2025 Minutes 05.21.25)
• New business: Development Plan DP-25-8 for 191 Granville Street
• Northwest Gahanna Bank project review
• Hearing of visitors for public comment

The Landscape Board approved the May 21, 2025 meeting minutes after a 3‑2 vote. The board also approved the request for right‑of‑way Armstrong maple trees at 191 Granville Street with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. Staff updates were announced, including a new Forestry foreman and new recreation supervisors.

• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑2 vote)
• Approved right‑of‑way tree request for 191 Granville St (5‑0 vote)

City Council

The Gahanna City Council will consider approving special assessments for the 2022 and 2024 sidewalk maintenance programs, reauthorizing the Creekside Outdoor Refreshment Area, and awarding a contract for the renovation of the Price Road House facility.

• Approve sidewalk maintenance special assessments for 2022 and 2024
• Authorize contract with HGC Construction Co. for Price Road House renovation
• Reauthorize Creekside Outdoor Refreshment Area (CORA)
• Authorize furniture procurement for 825 Tech Center Drive renovation
• Designate August as Share the Road and Distracted Driving Awareness Month

The Gahanna City Council approved a joint resolution designating August 2025 as Share the Road and Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Council members appointed Holly Haines to the Parks and Recreation Board, Seat 1. Several ordinances for special assessments, sidewalk programs, and construction projects were adopted as emergencies, all with unanimous votes.

• Adopted Joint Resolution designating August 2025 Share the Road month (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Holly Haines to Parks and Recreation Board, Seat 1 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 0035-2025 (tax incentive review) as amended and emergency (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 0031-2025 special assessments for 2022 sidewalk program, emergency (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 0032-2025 special assessments for 2024 sidewalk program, emergency (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 0034-2025 reauthorizing Creeksides Outdoor Refreshment Area (7-0)
• Waived second reading and adopted Ordinance 0036-2025 authorizing mayor to contract HGC Construction for Price Road House, emergency (7-0)
• Waived second reading and adopted Ordinance 0033-2025 authorizing mayor to contract Winsted Company for Tech Center furniture, emergency (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission will meet to consider three zoning applications: a variance for a large lot residential property, a conditional use application for a concrete business, and a variance for an innovation and manufacturing property.

• Variance for 400 Braemer Court (R-1 zoning)
• Conditional Use for 254 W. Johnstown Road (General Commercial)
• Variance for 909 Taylor Station Road (IM zoning)

The commission approved the August 13 meeting minutes with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. An agenda item (CU‑0001‑2025) was removed due to a scheduling conflict. A motion to approve a variance for 400 Braemer Court was made, but the minutes do not record the vote outcome.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)
• Removed agenda item CU-0001-2025 (no vote recorded)
• Motion to approve variance for 400 Braemer Court submitted (vote not recorded)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider ordinances to award construction contracts for the Price Road House facility and the renovation and expansion of the Gahanna Civic Center at 825 Tech Center Drive. The body will also review the 2023 Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations and present updates on the Strategic Plan and flood mitigation.

• Award contract to HGC Construction Co. for Price Road House renovation
• Authorize agreement with Winsted Company, LLC for Tech Center Drive furniture
• Accept recommendations of Gahanna Tax Incentive Review Council for 2023
• Update on Creekside flood mitigation and plaza improvements
• Present Strategic Plan update and staffing update

The Committee of the Whole met on August 11, 2025. Council members heard a report on the Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations, an update on the Our Gahanna strategic plan, and an internship presentation. No votes or formal actions were recorded; the ordinance was scheduled for future readings.

City Council - Special

This special meeting of Gahanna City Council will consider a motion to go into executive session under Section 5.40(b) of the Council Rules of Procedure. The purpose is to discuss the purchase of property for public purposes, where premature disclosure could give an unfair competitive or bargaining advantage. No other agenda items are listed.

• Executive session to discuss purchase of property for public purposes

The council voted to enter an Executive Session under Section 5.40(b) to consider purchasing property for public purposes. The motion was made by Renner, seconded by Weaver, and carried with six votes in favor and one member absent. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session on property purchase (6-0)

City Council

City Council will hold public hearings and first readings for ordinances regarding special assessments for 2022 and 2024 sidewalk maintenance. The body is also considering a community reinvestment agreement for an industrial building on Tech Center Drive.

• ORD-0031-2025: Special assessments for 2022 Sidewalk Maintenance Program
• ORD-0032-2025: Special assessments for 2024 Sidewalk Maintenance Program
• ORD-0034-2025: Reauthorization and amendment of the Creekside Outdoor Refreshment Area (CORA)
• ORD-0030-2025: Community reinvestment agreement with Velocis Gahanna JV, LP for Tech Center Drive industrial building
• MT-0009-2025: Bidding for the Taylor Road water main replacement project

The Gahanna City Council met on August 4, 2025, and recognized Kate Acklin as Franklin County Fair Queen and Jessica Hilts for earning the Master Municipal Clerk certification. Council members heard remarks from community members on LGBTQIA+ rights and the Velocis tax abatement proposal. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the minutes provided.

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 23, 2025 has been canceled. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings will take place. No agenda items are pending.

City Council

The Gahanna City Council will convene to approve minutes from previous meetings and hear a swearing-in ceremony for new police officers. The agenda includes reports from various city representatives and committees.

• Approve Council Regular Minutes 7.7.2025
• Approve Council Special Minutes 7.10.2025
• Police Officer Luke Guthrie swearing-in
• Police Technician Amber Ramsey swearing-in
• Receive MORPC Report from Councilmember Weaver

The City Council approved the regular meeting minutes (2025-0145) and the special meeting minutes (2025-0146) on the consent agenda. The motion was made by Councilmember Schnetzer, seconded by Renner, and passed unanimously with six votes in favor and one member absent. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved 2025-0145 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2025-0146 special meeting minutes (6-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider ordinances that levy special assessments on real estate for the 2022 and 2024 sidewalk maintenance programs and declare emergencies. It will also vote on motions to authorize bidding for a 2025 street rebuild with waterline replacement (ST-1116) and for the Taylor Road water main replacement project. Additional items include an ordinance to reauthorize the Creekside Outdoor Refreshment Area and a resolution honoring Kate Acklin.

• ORD-0031-2025 – ordinance to levy special assessments for the 2022 sidewalk maintenance program and declare an emergency
• ORD-0032-2025 – ordinance to levy special assessments for the 2024 sidewalk maintenance program and declare an emergency
• MT-0008-2025 – motion authorizing bidding for the 2025 street rebuild and sidewalk maintenance program with waterline replacement (ST-1116)
• MT-0009-2025 – motion authorizing bidding for the Taylor Road water main replacement project
• ORD-0034-2025 – ordinance to reauthorize and amend the Creekside Outdoor Refreshment Area (CORA) under Ohio Revised Code 4301.82

The Committee of the Whole received recommendations to introduce two sidewalk‑maintenance special‑assessment ordinances (ORD‑0031‑2025 and ORD‑0032‑2025) and to reauthorize the Creekside Outdoor Refreshment Area (ORD‑0034‑2025) with uniform hours and a boundary expansion. It also recommended authorizing bids for the 2025 street rebuild and sidewalk program (MT‑0008‑2025) and for the Taylor Road water‑main replacement (MT‑0009‑2025). All items were placed on the agenda for future public hearing or consent‑agenda adoption; no votes were taken at this meeting.

• Recommended introduction/first reading of ORD‑0031‑2025 (special assessments for 2022 sidewalk program) with public hearing 8/4/2025
• Recommended introduction/first reading of ORD‑0032‑2025 (special assessments for 2024 sidewalk program) with public hearing 8/4/2025
• Recommended adoption of MT‑0008‑2025 (authorize bidding for 2025 street rebuild and sidewalk program with waterline replacement) on consent agenda 8/4/2025
• Recommended adoption of MT‑0009‑2025 (authorize bidding for Taylor Road water‑main replacement) on consent agenda 8/4/2025
• Recommended introduction/first reading of ORD‑0034‑2025 (reauthorize and amend CORA) with public hearing 8/4/2025

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will meet to review the June Director's Report and discuss a golf update. The board will also receive reports from the Bicycle & Trail, Active Senior, and Natural Resources advisory committees.

• Golf update
• June 2025 Director's Report
• Bicycle & Trail Advisory Committee report
• Gahanna Active Senior Advisory Committee report
• Natural Resources Advisory Committee report

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The board also approved the Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation’s Hops & Vines donation request, totaling a maximum value of $1,069, with all present members voting yes.

• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved $1,069 Hops & Vines donation request (5-0)

City Council - Special

This special Council meeting consists solely of a motion to enter executive session under Section 5.40(g) to discuss confidential information related to an economic development assistance application. No other business is scheduled.

• Motion to enter executive session to discuss confidential marketing plans, business strategy, trade secrets, or personal financial statements of an economic development applicant

The council approved a motion to go into Executive Session with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The Executive Session lasted from 6:04 p.m. to 8:07 p.m. and produced no further action. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Motion to enter Executive Session carried (6-0)
• Meeting adjourned

Planning Commission

The July 9, 2025 meeting of the Gahanna Planning Commission was canceled. The agenda listed the meeting to be held at City Hall, Council Chambers, but the document indicates the event was not held.

City Council

City Council will vote on several ordinances, including a community reinvestment agreement for an industrial building. The body is also considering engineering services for pond improvements and an easement agreement for parking.

• ORD-0030-2025: Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Velocis Gahanna JV, LP for an industrial building on Tech Center Drive
• ORD-0029-2025: Professional services agreement with Kleinfelder Engineering, LLC for Woodside Green and Hannah Park pond improvements
• ORD-0027-2025: Access easement agreement with Centerpoint Church for parking at 670 McCutcheon Road
• ORD-0028-2025: Supplemental appropriations for ODNR boat safety grant funding
• RES-0031-2025: Resolution honoring Disability Pride Month and the 35th anniversary of the ADA

The Gahanna City Council approved the June 16, June 23 regular and special meeting minutes. It adopted three supplemental appropriations ordinances (0026‑2025, 0028‑2025, 0029‑2025) on the consent agenda. The council also adopted Joint Resolution 0031‑2025 honoring Disability Pride Month with a 7‑0 vote. Ordinance 0027‑2025 for a parking easement was moved from the consent agenda to the regular agenda for later consideration.

• Approved 2025-0139 Council Regular Minutes (6/16/2025) (consent agenda)
• Approved 2025-0140 Council Special Minutes (6/23/2025) (consent agenda)
• Approved 2025-0141 Committee of the Whole Minutes (6/23/2025) (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 0026-2025 supplemental appropriations for retirement expenses (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 0028-2025 supplemental appropriations for ODNR grant funding (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 0029-2025 professional services agreement with Kleinfelder Engineering (consent agenda)
• Adopted Joint Resolution 0031-2025 honoring Disability Pride Month (7-0)
• Moved Ordinance 0027-2025 to regular agenda for second reading

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission will review application V‑0018‑2025, a variance request to modify the Permanent Sign Standards in Section 1111.03 of the city’s codified ordinances. The request concerns the property at 605 Crescent Place, which is currently zoned General Commercial (GC). The commission will consider whether to grant the variance.

• V‑0018‑2025 – Variance to alter Permanent Sign Standards (Section 1111.03) for 605 Crescent Place, GC zoning

The commission voted to approve variance application V-0018-2025 for an additional 126‑square‑foot wall sign at 605 Crescent Place (Orthopedic One). The motion was carried with five members voting yes and two members absent. No other substantive actions were taken; the meeting ended with no unfinished or new business.

• Approved variance for 126‑sq‑ft wall sign at 605 Crescent Place (5‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive updates from the Departments of Public Service and Planning, and a Community Grants update including the 2025 Grant Program evaluation matrix. The main discussion item is an ordinance authorizing a Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Velocis Gahanna JV, LP for construction of an industrial building on Tech Center Drive parcels 027-000110-00 and 025-13634-00. This item is returning for further discussion after a first reading on June 16, 2025.

• ORD-0030-2025: CRA agreement with Velocis Gahanna JV, LP for industrial building at Tech Center Drive (parcels 027-000110-00 and 025-13634-00)
• 2025 Community Grant Program evaluation matrix (agenda item 2025-0133)
• Department of Public Service Update presentation
• Department of Planning Update presentation
• Community Grants Update

The Committee of the Whole heard presentations from the city’s economic development consultant and the KBC Advisors development team about a speculative 140,000‑141,000 sq ft industrial building on Tech Center Drive. They reviewed project costs of $13.5 million, a request for an 80% tax abatement for 12 years, and the promise of at least 37 new jobs. Council members asked numerous questions about the site, financing, lease terms, and future ownership, but no vote or formal decision was recorded.

City Council - Special

The Gahanna City Council will convene for a special meeting to consider entering an executive session regarding economic development assistance. The session is intended to discuss confidential information, such as trade secrets and business strategies, for a specific applicant.

• Executive session to discuss economic development assistance
• Discussion of confidential business strategies and trade secrets
• Consideration of public funds for economic development projects

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss and potentially act on a fee waiver request from Gahanna Jefferson Public Schools (GJPS) and review plans for Academy Park Improvements. The agenda also includes reports on staffing updates, the Director's Report, and committee updates from the Bicycle & Trail Advisory Committee and others. Unfinished business includes GRIN Gardens.

• Fee waiver request from GJPS (2025-0130 Memo: GJPS fee waiver Request- Dengel)
• Academy Park Improvements (new business)
• GRIN Gardens (unfinished business)
• Staffing updates
• Director's Report (2025-0132)

The board voted 6‑0 to approve a fee waiver for the GJPS Orchestra shelter use and a fee waiver for the GLHS Marching Band use of Friendship Park. The April 16, 2025 board minutes were also approved by a 6‑0 vote. The board announced several staff promotions, including Zac Guthrie to Parks Manager and Shunnye Dunlap to Parks and Facilities Superintendent.

• Approved fee waiver for GJPS Orchestra shelter use (6-0)
• Approved fee waiver for GLHS Marching Band use of Friendship Park (6-0)
• Approved April 16, 2025 board minutes (6-0)
• Promoted Zac Guthrie to Parks Manager
• Promoted Shunnye Dunlap to Parks and Facilities Superintendent
• Promoted Eric Langdon to Maintenance Worker II
• Added Nathaniel Hartsock as Arbor/Horticulture Foreman

City Council

City Council will vote on the tax budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026. The body is also considering a community reinvestment agreement for an industrial building on Tech Center Drive and an easement agreement with Centerpoint Church.

• RES-0026-2025: Adoption of the tax budget for fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026
• ORD-0030-2025: Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Velocis Gahanna JV, LP for an industrial building on Tech Center Drive
• ORD-0027-2025: Access easement agreement with Centerpoint Church for parking at 670 McCutcheon Road
• ORD-0029-2025: Professional services agreement with Kleinfelder Engineering, LLC for Woodside Green and Hannah Park pond improvements
• RES-0030-2025: Resolution opposing House Bills 309 and 335 regarding inside millage restrictions

The council presented and adopted a joint resolution and proclamation recognizing KyLee Tibbs as Gahanna Lincoln High School's first state wrestling champion. It also adopted a joint resolution and proclamation honoring Juneteenth as a city holiday and the inaugural Juneteenth celebration. No vote tallies were recorded for these actions.

• Adopted joint resolution honoring KyLee Tibbs, Gahanna Lincoln High School wrestling champion
• Adopted joint resolution honoring Juneteenth and the inaugural city celebration

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider development plan and variance applications for three projects on Tech Center Drive. These include the Gahanna Logistics Center, The Crescent Retail, and The Crescent Medical Office Building.

• Development Plan and Variance Application for Gahanna Logistics Center (Tech Center Drive)
• Development Plan and Variance Application for The Crescent Retail (Tech Center Drive)
• Development Plan and Variance Application for The Crescent Medical Office Building (Tech Center Drive)
• Master Sign Plan Application for The Crescent Retail
• Master Sign Plan Application for The Crescent Medical Office Building

The commission voted to approve the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes. The motion was made by Commissioner Mako, seconded by Commissioner Suriano, and carried with all five present members voting yes. No other actions were decided during this session.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a CRA agreement for an industrial building, easement and funding items for parks, supplemental appropriations for finance, and the adoption of the 2026 tax budget. The meeting also includes a strategic plan update and various honorific resolutions from councilmembers.

• ORD-0030-2025: Authorize mayor to enter a Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Velocis Gahanna JV, LP for industrial building on parcels 027-000110-00 and 025-13634-00, Tech Center Drive
• ORD-0027-2025: Access easement agreement with Centerpoint Church for parking lot at 670 McCutchon Road and $3,250 supplemental appropriation from Capital Improvement Fund
• ORD-0029-2025: Professional services agreement with Kleinfelder Engineering, LLC for Woodsides Green and Hannah Park pond improvements
• RES-0026-2025: Adopt the city tax budget for fiscal year beginning Jan 1 2026
• RES-0029-2025: Authorize city attorney to join amicus brief supporting Cincinnati in Ohio Supreme Court case on taxpayer standing

Council members received an update on the Our Gahanna Strategic Plan, including community‑engagement results and next steps. The Economic Development Director presented a proposed ordinance (ORD‑0030‑2025) to authorize a Community Reinvestment Area agreement for an industrial project. The council discussed the presentations but did not vote on or approve any items.

City Council

The council will consider several ordinances and a resolution on the consent agenda, including contracts for sewer design, utility oversight, and sidewalk repairs. An executive session is scheduled to discuss pending court action.

• Ord-0022-2025: Authorize contract with AECOM for West Gahanna Sanitary Relief Sewer Project design; emergency
• Ord-0023-2025: Authorize contract with T&M Associates for utility owner representation and inspection; emergency
• Ord-0024-2025: Authorize contract with Professional Pavement Services for 2025 Sidewalk Maintenance Lookback Program (ST-1115)
• Res-0023-2025: Recognize June 2025 as LGBTQ Pride Month
• Executive session for pending court action

The City Council approved three ordinances authorizing the mayor to enter contracts with AECOM, T&M Associates, and Professional Pavement Services, each with emergency declarations. A resolution recognizing June 2025 as LGBTQ Pride Month was also adopted. All items were passed on the consent agenda with a 6‑0 vote.

• Adopted ordinance authorizing mayor to contract with AECOM for West Gahanna Sanitary Relief Sewer design services, with supplemental appropriations and emergency declaration (vote 6‑0)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing mayor to contract with T&M Associates for major utility owner representation and construction administration services, with emergency declaration (vote 6‑0)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing mayor to contract with Professional Pavement Services for the 2025 Sidewalk Maintenance Lookback Program (ST‑1115) (vote 6‑0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing June 2025 as LGBTQ Pride Month in Gahanna (vote 6‑0)
• Approved the meeting minutes (2025‑0118) (vote 6‑0)
• Approved the consent agenda items (vote 6‑0)

City Council - Special

This special meeting consists solely of a motion to enter executive session to discuss confidential information related to an economic development assistance application. No public votes or other business are scheduled.

• Executive session under Section 5.40(g) to consider marketing plans, business strategy, trade secrets, or financial statements of an economic development applicant

Councilmembers Padova, Renner, Schnetzer, Weaver, and Bowers voted to go into executive session under the Council Rules of Procedure. The motion passed unanimously, 5-0. The council entered executive session at 6:06 p.m., reconvened at 7:05 p.m., and reported no further action. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)
• Executive session concluded with no further action

Planning Commission

This meeting of the Gahanna Planning Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Landscape Board

The Landscape Board will meet to discuss a street tree plan for the Gahanna Logistics Center. The board will also consider changes to the recommended street tree list.

• Street Tree Plan for Gahanna Logistics Center (DP-25 1)
• Changes to Recommended Street Tree List (2025-0115 Redline Street Tree list)

The board approved the minutes from the January 8, 2025 meeting. It voted to recommend the City Engineer approve the Gahanna Logistics Center street‑tree plan using the maximum number of trees allowed. The board also approved changes to the recommended street‑tree list.

• Approved January 8, 2025 meeting minutes (vote 3-0)
• Recommended City Engineer approve Gahanna Logistics Center street‑tree plan DP 25‑1, using maximum trees (vote 3-0)
• Approved changes to the recommended street‑tree list (vote 3-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board meeting scheduled for May 21, 2025 has been canceled. No official business will be conducted. Residents should consult future agendas for upcoming meetings.

City Council

Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a school resource officer contract with Gahanna-Jefferson Schools for 2025-2026 and adoption of electric vehicle charging station fees. Under first reading, council will consider ordinances for a West Gahanna sanitary relief sewer design contract, utility owner representation services, and a sidewalk maintenance program. An emergency ordinance for furniture at 825 Tech Center Drive will be introduced, and council will continue discussion on a draft Pride Month resolution.

• Consent agenda: School Resource Officer contract with Gahanna-Jefferson Schools (ORD-0019-2025)
• Consent agenda: Adoption of EV charging station fees (RES-0022-2025)
• First reading: Contract with AECOM for West Gahanna Sanitary Relief Sewer design (ORD-0022-2025, emergency)
• First reading: Contract with Professional Pavement Services for 2025 sidewalk maintenance (ORD-0024-2025)
• Introduction: Furniture procurement and installation for 825 Tech Center Drive renovation (ORD-0025-2025, emergency)

The council recognized CHLOE Inc. for 25 years of service with a resolution. They received an update on the Gahanna Energy Plus community choice aggregation program, including a forthcoming rate increase. No motions were voted on or formal actions approved during the meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a development plan and two variance applications for properties at 307 Rivers End Road and 817 North Hamilton Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and routine reports.

• Variance application to vary Small Lot Residential zoning at 307 Rivers End Road
• Development plan for One Church at 817 North Hamilton Road
• Variance application for parking, EV charging, and buffers at 817 North Hamilton Road

The commission considered a variance to allow a detached garage to be only three feet from the side property line. Staff recommended disapproval and the motion to approve the variance failed. The vote was 1 in favor and 6 against, so the variance was denied.

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)
• Denied variance for 307 Rivers End Road garage (1-6)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several ordinances including a contract with AECOM for design of the West Gahanna Sanitary Relief Sewer Project, a contract for major utility owner representation, and a sidewalk maintenance program. Also up for discussion are a contract for furniture at the 825 Tech Center Drive civic center, adoption of electric vehicle charging station fees, and ordinances changing salaries for the mayor, city attorney, and council members. Resolutions recognizing LGBTQ+ Pride Month and honoring Chloe Inc. are also on the agenda.

• Authorize contract with AECOM for West Gahanna Sanitary Relief Sewer design
• Authorize contract with T&M Associates for major utility owner representation
• Authorize contract for 2025 Sidewalk Maintenance Lookback Program
• Authorize furniture procurement and installation for 825 Tech Center Drive renovation
• Adopt electric vehicle charging station fees

The Committee of the Whole heard three engineering ordinances—authorizing a contract with AECOM for the West Gahanna sanitary relief sewer project, a contract with T&M Associates for utility permitting support, and a contract with Professional Pavement Services for the 2025 Sidewalk Lookback Program—each recommended for first reading on May 19 and emergency adoption on June 2. An additional ordinance to authorize a furniture procurement contract for the 825 Tech Center Drive Civic Center was also presented with the same schedule. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled, and no vote tallies were recorded. A construction update reported the Civic Center project is about 68% complete, with roughly $31 million invoiced of the $59 million budget.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY 2025 first-quarter financial report and receive a departmental update. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to review and discussion.

• Discussion of FY 2025 Quarter 1 Financial Report
• Finance Department Update

The committee heard Director Joann Bury’s presentation of the FY 2025 Quarter 1 financial report, covering the General Fund, special revenue funds, the Capital Improvement Plan, income‑tax trends and investments. She reported a fund balance of about $43 million and noted revenue and expenditures tracking at roughly 25% of the annual budget. No policy actions, approvals, or votes were taken; the meeting was adjourned.

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances, including a contract with Motorola Solutions for essential upgrades to the communications‑center radio system and a supplemental appropriation from the Capital Improvement Fund. Other items include a utility engineering services contract with Fishbeck, a school resource officer contract with Gahanna‑Jefferson Public Schools, and a pre‑annexation agreement with Trivium Development for two parcels. Joint resolutions designating May 2025 as ALS Awareness Month and Public Service Month will also be adopted.

• ORD-0018-2025: Authorize the mayor to contract Fishbeck for utility engineering services (emergency adoption).
• ORD-0019-2025: Authorize the mayor to contract a School Resource Officer with Gahanna‑Jefferson Public Schools for 2025‑2026.
• ORD-0021-2025: Pre‑annexation agreement with Jimmie Toney, Darlene Toney, and Trivium Development, LLC for parcels 170-000068-00 and 170-000069-00 (waiving second reading).
• ORD-0020-2025: Agreement with Motorola Solutions for communications‑center radio system upgrades, supplemental appropriation from the Capital Improvement Fund, and emergency adoption.
• RES-0019-2025 & RES-0020-2025: Joint resolutions designating May 2025 as ALS Awareness Month and Public Service Month.

The Gahanna City Council met on May 5, 2025 and heard a joint resolution proclaiming May as ALS Awareness Month. Human Resources and Information Technology department updates were presented. No motions were adopted, denied, or voted on during the session.

Property Appeals Board

The Property Appeals Board will hear a public appeal concerning the sidewalk maintenance program for 909 Harmony Drive. The board will also consider a filing fee refund request for a withdrawn appeal and review proposed amendments to its rules of procedure.

• Public hearing: Appeal PAB-0002-2025 – 909 Harmony Drive, appellant Michael Greiner vs. Department of Engineering
• Filing fee refund request for withdrawn appeal PAB-0001-2025 – 341 Chilton Place
• Proposed amendments to the board's Rules of Procedure (RULES-0001-2025)

The Property Appeals Board approved its meeting minutes unanimously. It refunded $50 filing fees to Michael Greiner and $50 to Mary Burkett, each vote 5‑0. The board amended the proposed rule changes to exclude revisions to Article 11 and then adopted the Rules of Procedure as amended, the final adoption passing 4‑1.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
• Refunded $50 filing fee to Michael Greiner (5-0)
• Refunded $50 filing fee to Mary Burkett (5-0)
• Amended proposed rule changes to exclude Article 11 revisions (5-0)
• Adopted Rules of Procedure as amended, preserving Article 11 (4-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a pre-annexation agreement and public safety contracts. The body is reviewing infrastructure upgrades for the communications center and the SRO contract for the 2025-2026 school year.

• ORD-0020-2025: Agreement with Motorola Solutions Incorporated for communications center radio system infrastructure upgrades
• ORD-0019-2025: School Resource Officer (SRO) contract with Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools for 2025-2026
• ORD-0021-2025: Pre-annexation agreement with Jimmie Toney, Darlene Toney, and Trivium Development, LLC for parcels 170-000068-00 and 170-000069-00
• RES-0019-2025: Proclamation designating May 2025 as ALS Awareness Month
• RES-0020-2025: Resolution designating May 2025 as Honoring Public Service Month

The Committee of the Whole considered ordinance ORD‑0021‑2025 to authorize the mayor to enter a pre‑annexation agreement for parcels 4722 and 4736 East Johnstown Road. Council members asked questions about traffic impacts, the existing pond, emergency designation, and the procedural format of the agreement. No vote was recorded, so the agreement was not approved, denied, or amended at this meeting. The item will be revisited in future sessions.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two variance applications to vary Chapter 1103.07(e) - Large Lot Residential zoning. Properties include 3590 Clotts Road (Parcel ID 025-003899, applicant Matt Toddy) and 95 Price Road (Parcel ID 025-001040, applicant Mark Bisang). The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and procedural items.

• Variance application V-0011-2025 for 3590 Clotts Road to vary Large Lot Residential requirements; Matt Toddy applicant
• Variance application V-0012-2025 for 95 Price Road to vary Large Lot Residential requirements; Mark Bisang applicant
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2025 Planning Commission meeting

The commission voted to approve a variance for the property at 3590 Clotts Road and a variance for the property at 95 Price Road. Both motions passed unanimously with all seven members voting yes. No objections or comments from neighbors were recorded.

• Approved variance for 3590 Clotts Road (7-0)
• Approved variance for 95 Price Road (7-0)

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance application. The board is considering an appeal of a Planning Commission denial concerning parking, access, and circulation for a church property.

• Public hearing for BZA-0001-2025: appeal of Planning Commission denial for variance at 817 N. Hamilton Road

City Council

The Gahanna City Council will consider a resolution to indefinitely postpone participation in the Wynne Ridge Court bridge replacement project (RES-0015-2025). The consent agenda includes ordinances for gas easements, right-of-way dedications, and the 2025 street and sidewalk maintenance program contract with Decker Construction. A new ordinance for utility engineering services with Fishbeck is introduced, and presentations cover the Mifflin Township fire levy and the Our Gahanna Strategic Plan.

• Resolution to postpone indefinite participation in ODOT-funded Wynne Ridge Court bridge replacement (RES-0015-2025)
• Ordinance awarding 2025 street and sidewalk maintenance contract to Decker Construction (ORD-0015-2025)
• Multiple ordinances granting easements and accepting right-of-way dedications to Columbia Gas of Ohio (ORD-0010-2025 through 0014-2025)
• Ordinance authorizing emergency contract with Fishbeck for utility engineering services (ORD-0018-2025)
• Presentation on Mifflin Township's proposed fire levy (Issue 20) and Our Gahanna comprehensive transportation plan

The council recognized the Paperclip Project and presented a certificate of recognition. Fire officials briefed the council on Mifflin Township’s proposed 1.95‑mill fire levy and announced a public information session. Planning NEXT and Burgess & Niple provided updates on the Our Gahanna Strategic Plan and the Comprehensive Transportation & Mobility Plan.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Gahanna Parks & Recreation Board will consider two fee waiver requests: one from Lincoln Elementary School GMAC and one from GMSE GMAC. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a director's report, and updates from advisory committees.

• Lincoln ES GMAC fee waiver request (2025-0081)
• GMSE GMAC fee waiver request (2025-0090)
• Approval of March 19, 2025 board minutes (2025-0083)
• Director's report for March 2025 (2025-0084)
• Gahanna Active Senior Advisory Committee spotlight for May-June 2025 (2025-0082)

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. It granted a full fee waiver for Lincoln Elementary School to use the Mobile Activities Center on May 19, 2025. It also granted a full fee waiver for Gahanna Middle School East to use the Mobile Activities Center on May 6, 2025.

• Approved March 19, 2025 board minutes (motion carried)
• Approved full fee waiver for Lincoln Elementary GMAC use on May 19, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved full fee waiver for Gahanna Middle School East GMAC use on May 6, 2025 (motion carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss updates on the Gahanna Civic Center and the Capital Improvement Plan, and consider a resolution and ordinance for the Wynne Ridge Court bridge replacement project with ODOT. Also up for discussion are an ordinance authorizing an agreement with Fishbeck for utility engineering services, a joint resolution for Herb Week, a certificate for the GLHS Paperclip Project, and a liquor permit transfer for Antolinos Pizza.

• Resolution RES-0015-2025 for Wynne Ridge Court bridge replacement (ODOT Project No. 116417) and participatory agreement
• Ordinance ORD-0017-2025 to amend prior ordinance and authorize mayor to enter agreements with ODOT for bridge replacement
• Ordinance ORD-0018-2025 authorizing agreement with Fishbeck for utility engineering services (declared emergency)
• Liquor permit transfer from James Snyder DBA Antolinos Pizza to James Snyder Restaurant Group LLC at 1050 Beecher Crossing N Ste G
• Joint resolution declaring Herb Week and certificate of recognition for GLHS Paperclip Project

The Committee of the Whole received a detailed update on the Gahanna Civic Center renovation and expansion, including construction progress, financing, and a proposed covered walkway for the Senior Center entrance. Council members asked questions about cash funding and safety concerns, but no motions were voted on or decisions recorded.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review three separate variance applications regarding residential and commercial properties. The body will determine if the requested changes to city codified ordinances are permissible for the specific sites.

• Variance application for 4444 Shull Road regarding Estate Residential ordinances (V-0008-2025)
• Variance application for 991 E. Johnstown Road regarding parking, access, and circulation (V-0009-2025)
• Variance application for 1250 N. Hamilton Road regarding permanent sign standards for Giant Eagle (V-0010-2025)

The commission held a public hearing on variance V-0008-2025 for the property at 4444 Shull Road. Staff recommended approving the variance, and public comments were heard. A motion to approve the variance was made, but the minutes do not record the final vote or outcome. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Motion to approve variance V-0008-2025 was made (vote outcome not recorded)

City Council

The Gahanna City Council will consider a resolution to financially participate in the Wynne Ridge Court Bridge replacement project (ODOT Project No. 116417) and authorize the mayor to enter related agreements. The meeting also includes a police promotion ceremony, a police division update, an ALICE presentation, and a consent agenda covering minutes, several sidewalk‑related resolutions, and multiple ordinances for easements and a street‑maintenance contract. Additional ordinances will approve easement agreements with Columbia Gas of Ohio, Inc. and accept right‑of‑way dedications for future utility and thoroughfare projects.

• RES-0015-2025: Resolution to financially participate in the Wynne Ridge Court Bridge replacement (ODOT Project No. 116417).
• ORD-0015-2025: Ordinance to award a contract to Decker Construction Company for the 2025 Street and Sidewalk Maintenance Program (ST-1114).
• ORD-0010-2025: Ordinance authorizing the mayor to enter an easement agreement with Columbia Gas of Ohio, Inc.
• ORD-0013-2025: Ordinance accepting dedication of 0.057 acres of right‑of‑way off Cliffview Drive for a future regulator station by Columbia Gas.
• ORD-0014-2025: Ordinance accepting dedication of 0.071 acres of right‑of‑way from 4720 Shull Road to meet the 2019 Thoroughfare Plan.

The April 7, 2025 regular session featured a promotion ceremony for Sgt. Michael Shippitka and a detailed update from the Police Department on staffing, equipment, technology, and upcoming facility moves. Council members asked questions about the mental health liaison, vehicle fleet, and future initiatives, but no motions were presented, voted on, or recorded.

Planning Commission

The March 26, 2025, Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Committee of the Whole

This Committee of the Whole meeting will discuss and recommend action on ordinances to amend salaries for elected officials (mayor, city attorney, council members) effective 2026-2028. Other items include easements with Columbia Gas for a regulator station, dedication of right-of-way on Shull Road and Cliffview Drive, the 2025 Street and Sidewalk Maintenance Program contract with Decker Construction, and a resolution to participate financially in the Wynne Ridge Court Bridge Replacement Project. Council will also continue discussion on the Community Grants Program and a potential expansion of the lodging tax to short-term rentals.

• Ordinance to amend mayor's salary, effective Jan 2, 2028 (ORD-0005-2025)
• Ordinance to amend city attorney's salary, effective Jan 3, 2028 (ORD-0006-2025)
• Ordinance to amend council salaries, effective 2026 (ward) and 2028 (at-large) (ORD-0007-2025)
• Resolution to participate in Wynne Ridge Court Bridge Replacement Project with ODOT (RES-0015-2025)
• Ordinance to authorize contract with Decker Construction for 2025 Street and Sidewalk Maintenance Program (ORD-0015-2025)

The Committee of the Whole reviewed several ordinances related to a Columbia Gas pipeline easement and right‑of‑way extensions, as well as resolutions concerning sidewalk maintenance. Each item was recommended for introduction on the regular agenda on April 7, 2025, with a second reading slated for April 21, 2025. No votes were recorded, and the council did not adopt any measures during this meeting.

• Introduced Ordinance 0010-2025 for permanent easement – first reading scheduled 4/7/2025, second reading 4/21/2025
• Introduced Ordinance 0011-2025 for temporary construction easement – first reading scheduled 4/7/2025, second reading 4/21/2025
• Introduced Ordinance 0012-2025 for access and general utility easement – first reading scheduled 4/7/2025, second reading 4/21/2025
• Introduced Ordinance 0013-2025 to accept 0.057‑acre right‑of‑way extension off Cliffview Drive – first reading scheduled 4/7/2025, second reading 4/21/2025
• Introduced Ordinance 0014-2025 to accept 0.071‑acre right‑of‑way from 4720 Shull Road – first reading scheduled 4/7/2025, second reading 4/21/2025
• Introduced Resolution 0012-2025 to amend sidewalk maintenance area (remove Moorfield, add Beaverbrook) – adoption on consent agenda 4/7/2025
• Introduced Ordinance 0015-2025 to award contract to Decker Construction for 2025 street and sidewalk maintenance – first reading scheduled 4/7/2025, second reading 4/21/2025
• Introduced Resolution 0013-2025 to determine necessity of 2026 sidewalk repairs – recommendation for future consideration

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 Year-End Report (item 2025-0068). This is a discussion item, not a final vote. The report provides a financial summary of the completed fiscal year.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2024 Year-End Report (2025-0068)

The Finance Committee reviewed the FY2024 year‑end financial report, noting an 11% increase in General Fund revenue, higher expenditures, and a total fund balance of about $42 million. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The committee adjourned at 9:08 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will meet to discuss a fee waiver request for the Highpoint ES FP Gazebo. The board will also review special events from 2024 and receive the February 2025 Director's Report.

• Fee waiver request for Highpoint ES FP Gazebo
• 2024 Special Events Review
• February 2025 Director's Report
• Gahanna Active Senior Advisory Committee (GASAC) minutes

The Parks & Recreation Board approved a fee waiver request for High Point Elementary School to use a shelter from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The motion passed with five votes in favor, one abstention due to a conflict of interest, and one member absent. The board also approved the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting with six votes in favor and one member absent.

• Approved fee waiver for High Point Elementary gazebo (5-0, 1 abstain COI)
• Approved February 19, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Gahanna City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 17, 2025. The agenda includes first readings of ordinances to repeal and replace the sidewalk construction code and to amend zoning and building appeals board regulations. The consent agenda features resolutions on food waste reduction, Troop 7456, World Water Day, and a tax-exempt debt declaration for a roundabout project. Motions include seasonal employment of an intern and appointments to the Gahanna New Community Authority and other boards.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 903 - Sidewalk Construction, Maintenance, and Renewal (ORD-0008-2025) – emergency
• Ordinance to amend chapters on Board of Zoning and Building Appeals, Property Appeals Board, and appeals section (ORD-0009-2025)
• Resolution to declare intent to reimburse 3230-OPWC fund for Taylor Station Road and Claycraft Road roundabout (RES-0011-2025)
• Motion to approve seasonal intern Nathan Graves at $15.99/hour through MORPC program (MT-0002-2025)
• Appointments to Gahanna New Community Authority initial board (MT-0003, MT-0004) and other boards with vacancies

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 12, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Property Appeals Board

The scheduled meeting of the Gahanna Property Appeals Board has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Committee of the Whole

The Council will discuss updates on the Department of Administrative Services and the Gahanna Civic Center. They will also consider ordinances to repeal and replace Chapter 903 on sidewalk construction and to amend chapters on zoning and building appeals. A resolution authorizing reimbursement for a roundabout project at Taylor Station Road and Claycraft Road is on the agenda.

• ORD-0008-2025: An ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 903 on sidewalk construction, maintenance, and renewal, declared an emergency.
• ORD-0009-2025: An ordinance to amend chapters on Board of Zoning and Building Appeals, Property Appeals Board, and appeals procedures.
• RES-0011-2025: A resolution declaring intent to reimburse the OPWC fund for the Taylor Station Road and Claycraft Road roundabout using tax-exempt debt.
• RES-0005-2025: A resolution determining population and selecting successor trustees for the Gahanna New Community Authority.
• RES-0008-2025: A joint resolution recognizing Food Waste Action Week and encouraging community participation.

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of Variance V-0003-2025. The variance would modify Chapter 1109.01(h)(1) regarding parking, access, and circulation for property at 817 N. Hamilton Road, owned by One Church. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the denial.

• Public hearing on appeal BZA-0001-2025 of Planning Commission denial of variance V-0003-2025 for parking regulations at 817 N. Hamilton Road (Parcel 025-001918, RI zoning)

City Council

Council will hold a public hearing and second reading of an ordinance (ORD-0001-2025) to amend zoning code section 1117.10(e)(1)A regarding required improvements, declared an emergency. Three ordinances will be introduced and considered for adoption: amendments to general offenses (ORD-0002-2025), traffic code (ORD-0003-2025), and supplemental appropriations for capital projects (ORD-0004-2025). A presentation on the Our Gahanna Strategic Plan update and a resolution designating Women's History Month are also on the agenda. Consent items include a resolution advocating for maintaining tax-exempt status of municipal bonds.

• Public hearing on ORD-0001-2025 amending zoning code required improvements
• Second reading and possible adoption of ORD-0001-2025 (emergency)
• Introduction and adoption of ORD-0002-2025 (general offenses code amendments)
• Introduction and adoption of ORD-0003-2025 (traffic code amendments)
• Introduction and adoption of ORD-0004-2025 (supplemental appropriations for capital projects)

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider three variance applications, including a variance to the Hunter's Ridge and Kroger Master Sign Plan at 300 S. Hamilton Road, a variance for Burns & Scalo Roofing at 1070 Tech Center Dr., and a variance to site planning requirements for property at 1641-1687 Taylor Road. Additionally, the Commission will review a Design Review application and a Final Development Plan application for the Taylor Commercial Park at the same Taylor Road location.

• V-0005-2025: Variance to vary The Hunter's Ridge and Kroger Master Sign Plan at 300 S. Hamilton Road (Zack Cowan, applicant).
• V-0007-2025: Variance to amend V-0029-2024 for Burns & Scalo Roofing at 1070 Tech Center Dr. (Stephen Butsko, applicant).
• V-0006-2025: Variance to vary Section 1155.04(b)(1) Site Planning for property at 1641-1687 Taylor Road (Robert LeVeck, applicant).
• DR-0001-2025: Design Review for site plan, landscaping, and building design for 13 acres at 1641-1687 Taylor Road (Taylor Commercial Park).
• FDP-0001-2025: Final Development Plan application for property at 1641-1687 Taylor Road (Taylor Commercial Park).

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider supplemental appropriations for capital projects, amendments to general offenses and traffic code sections, and resolutions on the Gahanna New Community Authority board and municipal bond tax-exempt status. Also up for discussion are a Women's History Month proclamation and ordinance changes to mayor, attorney, and council salaries.

• Supplemental appropriations for capital improvement projects (ORD-0004-2025)
• Amendments to general offenses code sections 533.03, 533.04, etc. (ORD-0002-2025)
• Amendments to traffic code sections 303.01, 303.081, etc. (ORD-0003-2025)
• Resolution determining population and successor members for Gahanna New Community Authority (RES-0005-2025)
• Ordinances to amend mayor, attorney, and council salaries effective 2026-2028 (ORD-0005 through 0007-2025)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will meet to receive updates on the Parks Division and the 825 Tech Center Drive project. The board will also consider a re-appointment request for Isobel Sherwood to the Gahanna Active Senior Advisory Committee (GASAC).

• Update on 825 Tech Center Drive
• Isobel Sherwood request for GASAC re-appointment
• GRIN update and donation request
• Parks Division Update presentation (2025-0044)
• Senior Spotlight for March-April 2025

City Council

The City Council will hold the first reading of an ordinance to amend zoning code Section 1117.10(e)(1)A regarding required improvements, declared an emergency. The agenda also includes a Sustainable 2050 update presentation, consent agenda approval of previous meeting minutes, and various council reports.

• First reading of ORD-0001-2025 to amend zoning code Section 1117.10(e)(1)A on required improvements, declared an emergency
• Sustainable 2050 Update presentation
• Approval of minutes from February 3 and February 10, 2025 meetings
• Councilmember Weaver's MORPC report
• Councilmember Jones' constituent report for December 2024–January 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a variance application to modify Large Lot Residential zoning requirements for a property at 0 Founders Ridge Drive (Lot 35). The applicant, Anastasio Alammar, seeks to vary Chapter 1103.07(e) of the City Code. Public comment will be heard on this application.

• V-0004-2025: Variance application to vary Chapter 1103.07(e) for 0 Founders Ridge Drive (Lot 35), Parcel ID 025-010439, currently zoned R-1 Large Lot Residential

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an ordinance amending the city's zoning code regarding required improvements, declared an emergency. They will also hear updates on the 825 Tech Center Drive project and a historical records digitization grant final report. Preliminary discussions include federal policy advocacy, protecting tax-exempt status of municipal bonds, and a review of elected officials' compensation.

• ORD-0001-2025: Amends zoning code Section 1117.10(e)(1)A on required improvements, declared an emergency
• 825 Tech Center Drive update from Senior Director of Operations
• Historical Records Digitization Grant final report
• 2025-0026: Resolution to protect tax-exempt status of municipal bonds
• Preliminary discussion on elected officials' compensation review

City Council - Special

This special meeting consists solely of a call to order, a motion to enter executive session to discuss the purchase, sale, or disposition of property, and adjournment. No legislative or public action is scheduled.

• Motion (Renner, seconded Weaver) to enter executive session under Section 5.40(b) of Council Rules and Ohio Revised Code 505.10 for property-related matters

City Council

City Council will review a recommended change to the zoning code regarding required improvements. The body is also considering a new liquor permit application for a business on Granville Street.

• Proposed change to Zoning Code Section 1117.10(e)(1)(A) regarding Required Improvements
• Liquor permit application for Brum and Wheel Enterprises LLC at 230 Granville St
• Joint Resolution RES-0003-2025 recognizing February 2025 as Black History Month

Records Commission

The Gahanna Records Commission will elect a chair, approve the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting, receive the Records Coordinator's report, and then adjourn. No other actions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Election of chair
• Approval of 2025-0018 Records Commission meeting minutes (9/17/2024)
• Official report from Records Coordinator
• Adjournment

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold an organizational meeting to administer the oath of office to two new commissioners (Carrin Wester and Donato D'Alberto) and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The regular meeting that follows includes approval of minutes from January 23, 2024, and a Human Resources report to the commission. The agenda is mostly procedural with no significant financial or policy decisions.

• Oath of office administered to Carrin Wester (Seat 4, term ending 2027) and Donato D'Alberto (Seat 5, term ending 2027)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair of the commission
• Approval of minutes from the January 23, 2024 meeting
• Human Resources 2025 report to the Civil Service Commission

Fair Housing Board

The Gahanna Fair Housing Board holds an organizational meeting to administer oaths to two members and elect a chair and vice chair, followed by a regular meeting. The only substantive item is an update from the Fair Housing Officer, Assistant City Attorney Matt Roth. The board will also consider approval of prior minutes.

• Oath of office for Carrin Wester (Seat 1) and Sheila Vitale (Seat 3), terms ending December 31, 2027
• Election of chair and vice chair
• Approval of Fair Housing Board minutes from January 23, 2024
• Fair Housing Officer update by Assistant City Attorney Matt Roth

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting for a Council Policy Workshop. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed, making this a procedural discussion session.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a development plan for 63 Mill Street (Skin & Sugar) in the Creekside Mixed-Use district. They will also consider recommending to City Council an amendment to Zoning Code Section 1117.10(e)(1)(A) regarding required improvements. No other substantive business is listed.

• Development Plan Application for 63 Mill Street (parcel 025-000100) in CMU zoning; applicant Skin & Sugar (Cassie Tackett)
• Recommendation to Council for a change to Zoning Code Section 1117.10(e)(1)(A) – Required Improvements

City Council

The Gahanna City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including approval of minutes, a motion to adopt a council newsletter communications plan, and a resolution recognizing Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. A separate resolution designating January 2025 as Cervical Health Awareness Month will be considered. The agenda also includes presentations and reports from officials.

• Motion to adopt a Council Newsletter Communications Plan (MT-0001-2025)
• Joint resolution recognizing Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (RES-0001-2025)
• Resolution designating January 2025 as Cervical Health Awareness Month (RES-0002-2025)
• Proclamation presentation for Cervical Cancer Awareness Month to The Crawford Crew
• Approval of council minutes from January 2, 13, and 13, 2025

City Council - Special

This is a special joint meeting of City Council and Planning Commission to discuss the 'Our Gahanna Strategic Plan', facilitated by planningNEXT. No votes, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of discussion.

• Discussion of the 'Our Gahanna Strategic Plan' via a table talk format facilitated by planningNEXT

Planning Commission Workshop

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop jointly with City Council to discuss the Our Gahanna Strategic Plan, facilitated by planningNEXT. This is a discussion session only, not a decision-making meeting. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Joint meeting of Planning Commission and City Council for strategic plan discussion
• Facilitation by planningNEXT

Property Appeals Board

The board will conduct an organizational meeting to swear in a member and elect a chair and vice chair. The regular meeting will include a discussion regarding hearing date options for sidewalk maintenance appeals.

• Oath of office for Jason Ruark (Seat 5)
• Election of Board Chair
• Election of Board Vice Chair
• Discussion of hearing dates for sidewalk maintenance appeals

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals will administer the oath of office, elect a Chair and Vice Chair, and approve the minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting. No other substantive matters are on the agenda.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a strategic plan update from the Senior Director of Administrative Services and consider a motion to adopt a council newsletter communications plan. The committee will also discuss several honorary resolutions recognizing Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Cervical Health Awareness Month, and Black History Month, scheduled for formal introduction and adoption at the January 21 council meeting. This is a discussion and recommendation session, with no final votes taken.

• Strategic Plan Update (discussion)
• Motion MT-0001-2025: Adopt a Council Newsletter Communications Plan
• Resolution RES-0001-2025: Recognizing Martin Luther King Jr. Day and National Day of Service
• Resolution RES-0002-2025: Designating January 2025 as Cervical Health Awareness Month
• Resolution RES-0003-2025: Recognizing February 2025 as Black History Month

City Council - Special

At this special meeting, City Council will consider a single resolution: RES-0004-2025, which expresses support for the Ohio Municipal League's challenge to AT&T's tariff application at the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio.

• Resolution RES-0004-2025 supporting Ohio Municipal League's challenge of AT&T's tariff at PUCO

Parks & Recreation Board

The board will conduct an organizational meeting to elect officers and establish meeting structures. The regular meeting includes discussions on the Strategic Plan and donation requests for the GJEF Gala and GRIN.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Committee assignments for BTAC, GASAC, and NRAC
• Discussion of the Strategic Plan
• 2025 GJEF Gala donation request
• GRIN donation request

Landscape Board

This is primarily an organizational meeting where the board will elect a chair, vice chair, and secretary, and set the regular meeting day and time. The regular meeting portion includes approval of November 2024 minutes and a mention of a strategic plan, but no specific proposals or public hearings are listed.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Establishment of regular meeting day and time
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024
• Strategic Plan listed under New Business with no further detail

Planning Commission

The Gahanna Planning Commission meeting will review several land use requests, including a development plan application for 63 Mill Street by Skin & Sugar. It will also consider three variance applications for properties at 70 Highmeadow Drive, 142 Spring Park Place, and 817 N. Hamilton Road. The commission will conduct standard organizational business such as oath of office, elections of chair and vice chair, and approval of minutes.

• V-0001-2025: Variance for 70 Highmeadow Drive, Parcel ID 025-008120, current zoning R-2
• V-0002-2025: Variance for 142 Spring Park Place, Parcel ID 025-011562, current zoning R-1
• DP-0001-2025: Development Plan for 63 Mill Street, Parcel ID 025-000100, current zoning CMU (Creekside Mixed-Use), applicant Skin & Sugar
• V-0003-2025: Variance for 817 N. Hamilton Road, Parcel ID 025-001918, current zoning RI (Restricted Institutional)
• Appointment of Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council (CRAHC) term expiring Dec. 31, 2027

City Council

Council will hold an organizational meeting to elect a president and vice president, make appointments to boards and commissions, and set the 2025 legislative calendar. In the regular meeting, council will consider an emergency ordinance authorizing an agreement with the Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation to promote economic activity. Also on the agenda are a new liquor license for Rusty Bucket Tavern and a notification from Columbia Gas about the Agler Road pipeline project.

• Election of council president and vice president
• Reappointments to Board of Zoning & Building Appeals, Planning Commission, and other boards
• Second reading of ORD-0095-2024 authorizing CIC agreement (emergency)
• New liquor license for Rusty Bucket Tavern at 73 N Hamilton Rd
• Columbia Gas Agler Road pipeline project notification