Green public meetings in 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a request from Eric Cline for two variances regarding a proposed detached garage. The request involves exceeding maximum accessory use square footage and maximum height limits.

• Variance request for a 60’ by 40’ sq ft detached garage at 5130 S. Arlington Rd.
• Request to exceed maximum accessory use by 1,733 sq ft
• Request for a 4’8” height variance to allow a 22’8” garage height

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for total accessory use (Variance #1) for Eric Cline's proposed 60' x 40' detached garage at 5130 S. Arlington Rd., with a modification requiring a 6' privacy fence. The board denied the height variance (Variance #2) to allow a 22'8" tall garage, failing 1-4. The meeting also included public comments from neighbors opposing the project and approval of the November 21, 2024 minutes.

• Approved accessory use variance for 60'x40' garage (4-1), with modification for 6' privacy fence
• Denied height variance for 22'8" garage (1-4)
• Approved minutes from November 21, 2024 (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the 2024 update to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (Item 24-42), including a presentation and staff report. Other agenda items include approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes and director's and council liaison reports.

• Presentation and review of the 2024 Comprehensive Land Use Plan update (Item 24-42)
• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including the 2025 annual operating and capital appropriations. The agenda also includes proposals for new planning department positions and a lease agreement involving Fire Station #2.

• Creation of Assistant Planning Director and Planning Administrator positions
• Lease agreement with Summit County Sheriff’s Office for Fire Station #2 at 393 East Turkeyfoot Lake Road
• Transfer of land parcel to Summit County for sanitary sewer purposes
• Ordinance to add drive-through facilities as a conditional use in the I-1 district
• Adoption of the 2025 Annual Operating and Capital Appropriations

Committee Meetings

The City of Green's committee meetings will consider third readings of resolutions adopting the 2025 annual operating and capital budgets, along with agreements for income tax collection services, a joint bus garage with the school district, and other items. The Finance Committee also has second readings for a golf cart lease and a drug task force scholarship fund. Other committees address a smoking ordinance repeal, a fire hose grant application, a liquor license transfer, a street vacation, a prosecutor services renewal, a street lighting district, and a lease of fire station space to Summit County.

• Third reading of 2024-R71A: adopting the 2025 annual operating appropriation for all funds, declared an emergency.
• Third reading of 2024-R72: adopting 2025 capital appropriations, declared an emergency.
• Third reading of 2024-R68: authorizing contracts with law firms for income tax collection services for three years starting January 1, 2025.
• Third reading of 2024-R74: authorizing a cooperative agreement with Green Local Schools for construction of a joint bus garage and storage facility.
• Second reading of 2024-R75: establishing a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV, with a public hearing scheduled for January 14, 2025.

City Council

Council will vote on second reading of the 2025 annual operating and capital budgets, a joint bus garage with Green Local School District, and income tax collection contracts. New legislation includes a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV, a lease for golf cart equipment at Raintree Golf, a federal grant application for fire hose and nozzles, and a scholarship fund using opioid settlement funds. Committee reports include reappointments to the Civil Service Commission and Income Tax Review Committee.

• Second reading of 2025 Annual Operating Appropriation (2024-R71) and 2025 Capital Appropriations (2024-R72)
• Resolution authorizing joint bus garage construction with Green Local School District (2024-R74)
• Establishment of street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV (2024-R75)
• Creation of Drug Task Force Scholarship Fund using opioid settlement funds (2024-R78)
• Application for FY2024 Assistance to Firefighters Grant for fire hose and nozzles (2024-R77)

The Green City Council approved the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes and the October 2024 electronic financial report subject to audit. Council also re-appointed members to the Civil Service Commission and Income Tax Review Board, and advanced various first- and second-reading items. Additionally, Council announced that the December 24, 2024 meeting is cancelled for a holiday recess.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved October 2024 electronic financial report subject to audit (5-0)
• Re-appointed Clark 'Chip' Westfall to the Civil Service Commission (all in favor)
• Re-appointed Laurel Young and Jeffrey Mills to the Income Tax Review Board (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-R65AA for 4th quarter supplemental appropriations (5-0)

Committee Meetings

The City of Green's committee meetings on November 26, 2024, include third reading of fourth-quarter supplemental appropriations and second readings of the 2025 annual operating and capital budgets. Other items include a joint bus garage with the school district, contracts for income tax collection services, and a street vacation for Conway Drive.

• 2024-R65: Third reading of fourth-quarter supplemental appropriations, amended Nov 26
• 2024-R71/R72: Second reading of 2025 annual operating and capital appropriations
• 2024-R74: Second reading to authorize a joint bus garage and storage facility with Green Local School District
• 2024-R68: Second reading to contract with law firms for income tax collection services (2025-2027)
• 2024-12: Ordinance to vacate Conway Drive

The Green City Council committee meeting on November 26, 2024, was mostly procedural: members approved the prior meeting's minutes and advanced several items to future regular meetings. No final votes were taken on the substantive legislation. The Finance Committee reviewed the 2025 operating and capital budgets, income tax collection contracts, and TIRC recommendations, all of which will be considered at a regular meeting. The Public Safety Committee discussed a federal grant application for fire hose and nozzles, and the Planning Committee discussed a request to vacate Conway Drive.

• Approved November 12, 2024 committee meeting minutes (5-0, two absent)
• Advanced 2024-R65AA, 4th quarter supplemental appropriations, to regular meeting for adoption
• Advanced 2024-R68, income tax collection contracts with law firms, to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R69, TIRC recommendations on tax incentives, to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R71A, 2025 annual operating budget, to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R72, 2025 annual capital appropriations, to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R74, cooperative agreement for joint bus garage with Green Local Schools, to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R77, grant application for fire hose and nozzles, to regular meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The board will hear three variance requests. Johnny Brost seeks a 1-foot fence height variance to allow 4-foot fencing along a second frontage. Andreas Scheks requests a 4.14-foot rear setback variance for an addition. Havana Smoke Shop requests a 12.6 sq ft sign area variance for an already-installed wall sign.

• Johnny Brost requests 1' fence height variance for 4' fencing at 1240 Selena Grv. along Ponderosa Trl.
• Andreas Scheks requests 4.14' rear setback variance for an addition at 2566 Serenity Ln., with required setback of 60'.
• Havana Smoke Shop requests 12.6 sq ft sign area variance (44.6 sq ft vs. 32 sq ft max) at 3939 Massillon Rd. Ste 501.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all three variance requests on the agenda, each by a 3-0 vote with two members absent. A fence height variance, a rear setback variance for an addition, and a sign size variance for Havana Smoke Shop were all granted as submitted. The board also approved the October 17, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved 1' fence height variance for Johnny Brost at 1240 Selena Grv. (3-0)
• Approved 4.14' rear setback variance for Andreas Scheks at 2566 Serenity Ln. (3-0)
• Approved 12.6 sq ft sign size variance for Havana Smoke Shop at 3939 Massillon Rd. Ste 501 (3-0)
• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review a site plan for Serra Subaru and a text amendment regarding drive-thru facilities. The body will also consider a plat to vacate Conway Drive and discuss the 2024 Comprehensive Land Use Plan update.

• Site plan review for Serra Subaru at 1089 Interstate Pkwy (Zoning: B-4)
• Land Development Code Text Amendment for Section 157.085 Table of Allowed Uses regarding drive-thru facilities
• Plat to vacate Conway Drive at 3705 Massillon Road for Motley 7 Brew, LLC
• Discussion of the 2024 Comprehensive Land Use Plan update

City Council

The City Council will approve the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes and the September 2024 electronic financial report. It will consider first‑reading resolutions authorizing a OneOhio grant, creating a part‑time outreach associate position, and contracting with law firms for income‑tax collection services. Second‑reading items include contracts with CloudPoint Geospatial, the 2025 annual operating appropriation, the 2025 capital appropriations, a prosecutor services agreement with the City of Barberton, and a cooperative agreement with the Green Local School District for a joint bus garage. The council will also act on a smoking‑ordinance repeal, a Conway Drive vacation ordinance, and two liquor‑license transfers.

• 2024‑R71: Approve and adopt the 2025 Annual Operating Appropriation for the General Fund and all other funds
• 2024‑R72: Approve and adopt the 2025 Annual Capital Appropriations for the City of Green
• 2024‑R68: Contract with various law firms for income‑tax collection services, three‑year term 2025‑2027
• 2024‑R74: Cooperative agreement with the Green Local School District to construct a joint bus garage and storage facility
• 2024‑13: Ordinance repealing smoking in city buildings/vehicles and amending smoking rules in city parks

The City Council approved several resolutions on first reading, including accepting a OneOhio Recovery Foundation grant for a new vehicle and a part-time outreach associate, and creating that position. It also approved a contract with CloudPoint Geospatial for ArcGIS Enterprise services. The council approved the September 2024 financial report subject to audit and the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes. Several other items were introduced or referred to committees, and two liquor license transfers were approved without hearings.

• Approved 2024-R66 accepting OneOhio Recovery Foundation grant for vehicle and outreach associate salary (7-0)
• Approved 2024-R67 creating part-time Outreach Associate position (7-0)
• Approved 2024-R70 contract with CloudPoint Geospatial for ArcGIS Enterprise (7-0)
• Approved September 2024 Electronic Financial Report subject to audit (7-0)
• Approved October 22, 2024 Council Meeting Minutes (6-0, Babbitt abstained)
• Approved no hearing for Kittles Brick Oven Pub LLC liquor license transfer (7-0)
• Approved no hearing for GetGo Operating LLC liquor license transfer (7-0)
• Tabled Conway Drive vacation ordinance for further investigation

Committee Meetings

The Finance Committee will consider a second‑reading resolution to authorize a contract with CloudPoint Geospatial, Inc. for professional services to install and configure ArcGIS Enterprise. The committee will also review a resolution modifying appropriations to provide emergency funding and a resolution creating a part‑time outreach associate position. Additional items include a smoking ordinance amendment, liquor license transfers, and a Conway Drive vacation ordinance.

• Resolution 2024‑R70: contract with CloudPoint Geospatial, Inc. for ArcGIS Enterprise (second reading)
• Resolution 2024‑R65: amendment to appropriations for emergency funding (second reading)
• Resolution 2024‑R67: creation of part‑time outreach associate position with pay range (first reading)
• Ordinance 2024‑13: repeal of smoking ban in city buildings and amendment of park smoking rules (first reading)
• Ordinance 2024‑12: vacation of Conway Drive (third reading)

The Finance Committee supported first reading passage of a resolution to accept a $155,000 OneOhio Recovery Foundation grant to fund a part-time mental health outreach associate and a new vehicle. The Rules and Personnel Committee also supported creating the part-time Outreach Associate position. Both items will move to the regular meeting for adoption. The committee also discussed but did not vote on a proposed ordinance to ban smoking and vaping in city parks, and a request to vacate Conway Drive for a potential development was tabled for further revision.

• Approved October 22, 2024 committee meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Advanced 2024-R65 supplemental appropriations resolution to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R66 OneOhio grant acceptance (first reading) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R70 ArcGIS contract with CloudPoint Geospatial ($16,400) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R67 creation of part-time Outreach Associate position to regular meeting
• Moved to not request a hearing for Kittles Brick Oven Pub liquor license transfer
• Moved to not request a hearing for GetGo Operating LLC liquor license transfer
• Tabled Conway Drive vacation ordinance pending equal parcel split

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct a site plan review for Serra Subaru at 1089 Interstate Pkwy, including building elevations, renderings, landscape plan, and signage. No other substantive business is on the agenda; the meeting also includes approval of September 2024 minutes and a director's report.

• 24-43 Serra Subaru site plan review at 1089 Interstate Pkwy

City Council

The Green City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 22, 2024, with a study session to approve prior meeting minutes. Three items introduced on October 8 will receive second readings and are expected to pass: a $50,000 grant for a public art plan, a road-resurfacing agreement with ODOT for State Route 241 (Massillon Rd), and the vacation of Conway Drive. The Finance Committee will also consider a supplemental appropriations resolution to reallocate funds.

• $50,000 ArtsNow grant for Green’s Cultural/Public Art Plan
• State Route 241 (Massillon Rd) resurfacing agreement with ODOT
• Vacation of Conway Drive via ordinance 2024-12
• Supplemental appropriations resolution 2024-R65 to reallocate city funds
• Approval of October 8, 2024 Council Meeting Minutes

The City Council approved a grant agreement with ArtsNow to fund the creation of a Cultural/Public Art Plan and a public art installation, bypassing the three-reading rule. The council also approved a resolution consenting to ODOT's resurfacing of SR-241 (Massillon Rd). The Conway Drive vacation ordinance was discussed but tabled to allow the administration to gather more information.

• Adopted 2024-R64 ArtsNow grant agreement for cultural/public art plan (6-0)
• Adopted 2024-R63 consent to ODOT for SR-241 resurfacing (6-0)
• Tabled 2024-12A Conway Drive vacation ordinance for more information
• Approved October 8, 2024 council meeting minutes (6-0)

Committee Meetings

The City of Green Committee Meetings will review second readings for a cultural art plan, a street vacation, and road resurfacing. These items move toward final approval after initial introduction on October 8, 2024.

• Resolution 2024-R64: Grant agreement with ArtsNow for a Cultural/Public Art Plan and installation
• Ordinance 2024-12: Vacating Conway Drive
• Resolution 2024-R63: Cooperation with ODOT for resurfacing SR-241 (Massillon Rd)

The Finance and Transportation committees supported the second reading of legislation for a public art grant and road resurfacing. The Planning committee delayed discussion on vacating Conway Drive to allow the administration to gather more information.

• Approved October 8, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Supported second reading of 2024-R64 for $50,000 ArtsNow grant with $10,000 city match
• Supported second reading of 2024-R63 for SR-241 resurfacing with estimated city cost of $500,000
• Tabled discussion on 2024-12A (vacating Conway Drive) pending additional information

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three variance applications. Charlene Atha seeks a variance to allow a detached garage accessory structure at 198 E. Comet Rd. Julie & Ross Goldman request a 28‑inch front‑yard setback increase for a garage addition at 3450 Ashton Dr. Sgt Clean Car Wash requests sign variances to increase total signage to 386 sq ft and a directional sign to 17 sq ft at 3673 Massillon Rd. The Board will also approve the minutes from the September 19, 2024 meeting.

• Variance for Charlene Atha (198 E. Comet Rd.) to permit a detached garage accessory structure not compliant with GCO Chapter 157 Table 157.087-1.
• Variance for Julie & Ross Goldman (3450 Ashton Dr.) for a 28" front‑yard setback, creating a 37'8" setback, not compliant with GCO Chapter 157 Table 157.101-1.
• Sign variances for Sgt Clean Car Wash (3673 Massillon Rd.) to allow 386 sq ft of signage (vs 262 sq ft max) and a 17 sq ft directional sign (vs 4 sq ft max) under GCO Chapter 157.
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 19, 2024.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all three variance requests on the agenda. A variance was granted to Charlene Atha to replace a detached garage in the side yard at 198 E. Comet Rd. A 28-inch front yard setback variance was approved for Julie & Ross Goldman at 3450 Ashton Dr. to build a garage addition. Sgt Clean Car Wash at 3673 Massillon Rd. received variances for additional signage, including a larger directional sign. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved variance for Charlene Atha to replace detached garage in side yard at 198 E. Comet Rd. (4-0)
• Approved 28-inch front yard setback variance for Julie & Ross Goldman at 3450 Ashton Dr. (4-0)
• Approved sign variances for Sgt Clean Car Wash at 3673 Massillon Rd., including 124 sq ft total sign overage and 17 sq ft directional sign (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 19, 2024 meeting (2-0, 2 abstentions)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Green Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a Goodwill donation center at 3628 & 3656 Massillon Road and a parking expansion at 3360 S. Arlington Road. The commission will also discuss the 2024 Comprehensive Land Use Plan update.

• Goodwill donation center at 3628 & 3656 Massillon Road (Change of Use)
• Ron Marhofer parking expansion at 3360 S. Arlington Road
• Comprehensive Land Use Plan (2024 Update) discussion
• Approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Director's and Council Liaison reports

City Council

City Council will discuss new legislation regarding road resurfacing and a cultural art plan. The body is also considering the vacation of Conway Drive and the sale of unneeded city equipment.

• Resolution 2024-R63: Cooperation with ODOT for resurfacing of SR-241 (Massillon Rd)
• Resolution 2024-R64: Grant agreement with ArtsNow for a Cultural/Public Art Plan and installation
• Ordinance 2024-12: Vacating Conway Drive
• Resolution 2024-R61: Disposal of unneeded equipment/property via sale or auction
• Appointment of a Parks & Recreation Board Member to fill an unexpired term

The Green City Council approved the September 24, 2024 meeting minutes and appointed Christine Kuznik to fill an unexpired term on the Parks & Recreation Board. The council also adopted a resolution authorizing the disposal of unneeded equipment/property by sale to employees, public auction, or online service. Several new items were introduced on first reading, including resolutions for SR-241 resurfacing and an ArtsNow grant agreement, as well as an ordinance to vacate Conway Drive.

• Approved September 24, 2024 Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)
• Appointed Christine Kuznik to unexpired Parks & Recreation Board term (unanimous)
• Adopted 2024-R61 authorizing disposal of unneeded equipment/property (7-0)
• Bypassed three-reading rule for 2024-R61 (7-0)

Committee Meetings

The Finance Committee will take a first reading of a resolution to enter a grant agreement with ArtsNOW for a cultural/public art plan and related installation. The Intergovernmental & Utilities Committee will take a second reading of a resolution to sell unneeded city equipment or property by auction, employee sale, or online service.

• Resolution 2024‑R64: authorize grant agreement with ArtsNOW for city cultural/public art plan (first reading)
• Resolution 2024‑R61: authorize sale of unneeded equipment/property via auction, employee sale, or online service (second reading)

The committee discussed a resolution to accept a $50,000 ArtsNow grant with a $10,000 city match for a cultural/public art plan and installation. Members debated consultant costs and the possibility of forming an Arts Council instead, but no final vote was taken; the item will be considered at the regular meeting. The committee also reviewed a resolution to dispose of unneeded equipment via auction, which was approved for second reading passage. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 24, 2024 committee meeting (6-0, Babbitt absent)
• Discussed 2024-R64 ArtsNow grant resolution; no vote, will request time at regular meeting
• Discussed 2024-R61 equipment disposal resolution; committee ok with second reading passage
• Held executive session to discuss Parks & Recreation Board appointment; no action taken

City Council

City Council will review legislation regarding infrastructure improvements, property easements, and land development. The body is also considering a new liquor license and a contract for road sign replacement.

• Change order for adaptive and ADA compliant multi-sports field at Kleckner Park (2024-R60)
• Final plat and performance bond for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV (2024-R55)
• Utility easement for Summit County at 393 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road (2024-R62)
• ODOT contract for sign replacement on SR-241 (2024-R57)
• New liquor license for South Point LLC (South Point Tavern) at 3333 Massillon Rd

The Green City Council approved several resolutions, including a change order for the ADA-compliant multi-sports field at Kleckner Park, a citywide equipment auction, a utility easement for Summit County, and a supplemental appropriations amendment adding $85,000 for S. Main St resurfacing. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The council also approved a liquor license request without a hearing and adopted resolutions for a final plat, an ODOT sign replacement contract, and a job creation agreement with Summit County.

• Adopted 2024-R60 change order for ADA multi-sports field at Kleckner Park (7-0)
• Adopted 2024-R61 authorizing disposal of unneeded equipment via auction (7-0)
• Adopted 2024-R62 utility easement for Summit County at 393 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd (7-0)
• Adopted 2024-R56AA supplemental appropriations, amended to add $85,000 for S. Main St resurfacing (7-0)
• Approved South Point Tavern liquor license with no hearing requested (7-0)
• Adopted 2024-R55 final plat and performance bond for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV (7-0)
• Adopted 2024-R57 ODOT contract for sign replacement on SR-241 (7-0)
• Adopted 2024-R59 intergovernmental MOU with Summit County for job creation and tax revenue sharing (7-0)

Committee Meetings

The Committee Meetings will approve the September 10, 2024 minutes and consider several emergency resolutions. Key items include a Finance Committee third reading to modify appropriations (2024‑R56) and a Transportation Committee second reading to contract with the Ohio Department of Transportation for sign replacement on SR‑241 (2024‑R57). Additional resolutions address an ADA‑compliant field at Kleckner Park, a final plat for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV, and a new liquor license for South Point LLC.

• 2024‑R56: Resolution modifying appropriations and declaring emergency (Finance Committee, third reading)
• 2024‑R60: Resolution authorizing change order for ADA‑compliant multi‑sports field at Kleckner Park (Finance Committee, first reading requested)
• 2024‑R55: Resolution approving final plat and performance bond for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV (Planning Committee, third reading)
• 2024‑R57: Resolution authorizing contract with Ohio DOT for sign replacement on SR‑241 (Transportation Committee, second reading requested)
• TMP‑4729: New D5 liquor license for South Point LLC, 3333 Massillon Rd, Suite 103

Green City Council's committee meetings on September 24, 2024, advanced several items to the regular meeting. The Finance Committee reviewed a $1,136,282.50 supplemental appropriation (2024-R56AA), including an added $87,500 for S Main St. resurfacing, and agreed to move it to adoption. A change order for the adaptive and ADA-compliant multi-sports field at Kleckner Park (2024-R60) was also advanced for first reading passage. Other items included a final plat for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV, a sign replacement contract with ODOT on SR-241, a tax revenue sharing agreement with Summit County, and a utility easement for a fiber optic project. No final votes were taken; all items will be considered at the regular meeting.

• Approved September 10, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (6-0, Babbitt absent)
• Advanced 2024-R56AA $1,136,282.50 supplemental appropriations to regular meeting (no vote)
• Advanced 2024-R60 Kleckner Park ADA field change order for first reading passage (no vote)
• Advanced 2024-R55 Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV final plat to regular meeting (no vote)
• Advanced 2024-R57 ODOT sign replacement on SR-241 to regular meeting (no vote)
• Advanced 2024-R59 Summit County tax revenue sharing agreement to regular meeting (no vote)
• Advanced 2024-R62 utility easement for Summit County fiber optic project to regular meeting (no vote)
• No hearing requested for South Point LLC new D5 liquor license (no vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three variance requests, including an amended sign variance for Sgt Clean Car Wash that reduced the total sign area request from 166 sq ft to 107 sq ft. The board also approved a fence height variance for a residential property and an amended directional sign variance for Summa Health. All decisions were approved unanimously by the three present members, with two members absent.

• Approved amended sign variances for Sgt Clean Car Wash (3-0), reducing total sign area variance to 107 sq ft
• Approved 2' fence height variance for Michael & Lillian Kowalski at 1250 Selena Grv. (3-0)
• Approved amended directional sign variance for Summa Health at 1790 Graybill Rd. (3-0), correcting height to 4'10" and area to 12.325 sq ft
• Approved minutes from August 15, 2024 meeting (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Green Planning and Zoning Commission will review three items: signage for Sgt. Clean Car Wash at 3673 Massillon Road and Portage Lakes Career Center at 4401 Shriver Road, and a request to vacate Conway Drive at 3705 Massillon Road.

• Review Sgt. Clean Car Wash signage at 3673 Massillon Road
• Review Portage Lakes Career Center monument signage at 4401 Shriver Road
• Consider plat to vacate Conway Drive at 3705 Massillon Road
• Approval of August 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Director's and Council Liaison reports

City Council

The City Council will consider purchasing a new ambulance and awarding a contract for the 2024 sidewalk replacement program. The body will also review resolutions for tax levies and a job creation agreement with Summit County.

• Authorization to purchase a Braun Chief XL medic unit
• Awarding contract to Joseph A Jeffries Co. Inc. for sidewalk replacement
• Resolution accepting tax amounts and rates for fiscal year 2025
• Resolution supporting the Singer Lake Bog Expansion Project
• Resolution authorizing intergovernmental agreement for job creation

The City Council approved several resolutions, including the purchase of a Braun Chief XL medic unit, the 2024 sidewalk replacement contract with Joseph A. Jeffries Co., and tax-related measures for 2025. A liquor license transfer for Mama Lupe LLC was approved without a hearing. All votes were 6-0 with Rick Miller absent.

• Approved purchase of Braun Chief XL medic unit (6-0)
• Approved 2024 sidewalk replacement contract with Joseph A. Jeffries Co. (6-0)
• Approved 2025 tax levies and rates (6-0)
• Approved advance of property tax funds from Summit County (6-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriations for Q3 2024 (6-0)
• Approved no hearing for Mama Lupe LLC liquor license transfer (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 meeting (6-0)

Committee Meetings

The council will consider several emergency resolutions, including a third‑reading approval to purchase a Braun Chief XL ambulance unit. It will also review tax‑levy amounts for fiscal year 2025, a property‑tax advance request, and a supplemental appropriations amendment. Additional items include a sidewalk‑replacement contract award and a final plat and bond for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV.

• 2024‑R49: Third‑reading resolution authorizing purchase of a Braun Chief XL ambulance unit (emergency declaration).
• 2024‑R53: Second‑reading resolution accepting tax amounts and rates for CY2025 (emergency declaration).
• 2024‑R54: First‑reading resolution requiring Summit County Fiscal Officer to advance 2025 property‑tax funds (emergency declaration).
• 2024‑R55: Second‑reading resolution approving final plat and performance bond for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV (emergency declaration).
• 2024‑R48: Third‑reading resolution awarding contract to Joseph A Jeffries Co. for the 2024 sidewalk replacement program (emergency declaration).

The Finance, Environment and Parks, Public Safety, Planning, and Transportation committees met. They advanced several resolutions to the regular council meeting, including the purchase of a Braun Chief XL medic unit for $339,000, annual tax levy certification, supplemental appropriations of about $944,000, a sidewalk replacement contract, and a sign replacement contract with ODOT. The Singer Lake Bog expansion resolution was withdrawn by the administration. No final votes were taken; all items are scheduled for action at the regular meeting.

• Advanced 2024-R49: Purchase of Braun Chief XL medic unit for $339,000 (to regular meeting)
• Advanced 2024-R53: Certify CY2025 tax levies (annual housekeeping)
• Advanced 2024-R54: Authorize county advance of property tax funds (annual housekeeping)
• Advanced 2024-R56AA: Supplemental appropriations totaling ~$944,000
• Withdrawn: 2024-R58 Singer Lake Bog expansion resolution (by administration)
• Advanced 2024-R55: Final plat and performance bond for Stoney Creek Estates Phase IV (31 lots)
• Advanced 2024-R48: Sidewalk replacement contract with Joseph A Jeffries Co. Inc.
• Advanced 2024-R57: ODOT sign replacement contract on SR-241

Design Review Board

The board will review the proposed signage for Sgt. Clean Car Wash at 3673 Massillon Road (zoning B-1) and the Portage Lakes Career Center ID sign at 4401 Shriver Road (zoning R-1). Staff reports, site plans, renderings, landscape plans, and aerial maps for each project are attached. The meeting will also include approval of the August 7, 2024 meeting minutes and a Director's Report.

• Review Sgt. Clean Car Wash signage (3673 Massillon Rd, B-1 zoning)
• Review Portage Lakes Career Center ID sign (4401 Shriver Rd, R-1 zoning)
• Approve minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting
• Director's Report
• Consider staff reports, site plans, renderings, landscape plans, and aerial maps for each signage project

City Council

The Green City Council will hold a study session and vote on several items, including a rezoning of 1.17 acres at 728 Moore Road, lease agreements for two electric vehicles, and contracts for concrete repairs and sidewalk replacement. The meeting also includes approval of past meeting minutes and financial reports.

• Rezoning 1.17 acres at 728 Moore Road from B-2 to PD (Planned Development)
• Lease of two 2024 Equinox EV RS electric vehicles from Serra Chevrolet
• Contract award to Joseph A. Jeffries Co. Inc. for 2024 miscellaneous concrete repairs
• Contract award to Joseph A. Jeffries Co. Inc. for 2024 sidewalk replacement program
• Approval of July 2024 electronic financial report, subject to audit

The City Council approved a rezoning of 1.17 acres at 728 Moore Road from B-2 to PD for the Green Village project, despite two no votes citing concerns about community burden and safety services. The council also approved several resolutions, including leasing two electric vehicles, purchasing a medic unit, and awarding contracts for concrete repairs and sidewalk replacement. A resolution to create a drug task force scholarship fund was withdrawn for revisions.

• Approved rezoning at 728 Moore Road from B-2 to PD (5-2)
• Approved lease for two 2024 Equinox EV RS electric vehicles from Serra Chevrolet (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Braun Chief XL medic unit (7-0)
• Approved purchase of telecommunications equipment for public access channel (7-0)
• Approved application for ODNR NatureWorks grant for accessible recreation field at Kleckner Park (7-0)
• Withdrawn: Drug Task Force Scholarship Fund resolution (2024-R51)
• Awarded contract to Joseph A. Jeffries Co. Inc. for 2024 miscellaneous concrete repairs (7-0)
• Awarded contract to Joseph A. Jeffries Co. Inc. for 2024 sidewalk replacement program (7-0)

Committee Meetings

The Green, OH Committee Meetings will decide on several emergency resolutions and ordinances, including leasing electric vehicles, purchasing an ambulance, and approving a zoning change for a Moore Road property. The meeting will also discuss grants for park accessibility and telecommunications equipment for the public access channel.

• Lease two 2024 Equinox EV electric vehicles from Serra Chevrolet ($amount not specified)
• Purchase a Braun Chief XL Medic ambulance unit ($amount not specified)
• Approve zoning change at 728 Moore Road from B-2 to PD (Planned Development)
• Apply for NatureWorks grant for accessible recreation field at Kleckner Park
• Award contract to Joseph A Jeffries Co. Inc. for 2024 Miscellaneous Concrete Repairs and Sidewalk Replacement Program

The City of Green's committee meetings on August 27, 2024, moved several items forward to the regular council meeting for adoption, including a lease for two electric vehicles, purchase of a medic unit, telecommunications equipment, a NatureWorks grant application, a rezoning at 728 Moore Road, and contracts for concrete repairs and sidewalk replacement. The drug task force scholarship fund was withdrawn at the administration's request. No final votes were taken; all items are pending regular council action.

• Approved minutes of August 13, 2024 committee meeting (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Advanced 2024-R47: lease of two 2024 Equinox EV RS electric vehicles from Serra Chevrolet (~$46,000, NOPEC funded) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R49: purchase of Braun Chief XL medic unit (ambulance billing fund) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R50: purchase/installation of telecommunications equipment from IVIDEO Technologies for public access channel (second reading passage requested)
• Advanced 2024-R52: application for ODNR NatureWorks grant for accessible recreation field at Kleckner Park (second reading passage requested)
• Withdrew 2024-R51: Green Drug Task Force Scholarship Fund at Akron Community Foundation (administration request)
• Advanced 2024-11: rezoning 1.17 acres at 728 Moore Road from B-2 to PD (senior apartments, 82 units, age 62+) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R46 and 2024-R48: contracts to Joseph A. Jeffries Co. Inc. for concrete repairs and sidewalk replacement to regular meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Green Planning and Zoning Commission will review three site plans: a monument sign at 3060 Brookline Road, a mulch facility at 4590 Massillon Road, and a youth ballfield at 4855 Thursby Road. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as approval of past minutes and director reports.

• Signage review for 24-25 RLD at 3060 Brookline Road (I-1 zoning)
• Site plan review for 24-26 Akron’s Finest Mulch at 4590 Massillon Road (B-3 zoning)
• Site plan review for 24-30 Kleckner Park Youth Ballfield at 4855 Thursby Road (R-1 zoning)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three separate requests for variances from the Planning & Development Code. These requests involve setbacks for a porch and deck, a height variance for a garage, and the placement of a swimming pool.

• 7’ rear setback variance for a screened-in porch at 2475 Wise Rd.
• 9’2” height variance for a detached garage at 3029 Graybill Rd.
• 21’ rear and side setback variances for a deck at 2872 Byron Dr.
• Variance to allow a swimming pool in the side yard at 2872 Byron Dr.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three variance requests: a 7-foot rear setback for a screened porch, a 9'2" height variance for a detached garage, and a modified request for a deck and pool. The third was approved after the applicant withdrew the side setback variance for the deck. All votes were unanimous except the garage, which passed 4-0 with one recusal.

• Approved 7' rear setback variance for screened porch at 2475 Wise Rd. (5-0)
• Approved 9'2" height variance for detached garage at 3029 Graybill Rd. (4-0, Shultz recused)
• Approved rear setback variance for deck and side yard pool at 2872 Byron Dr., as amended (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 18, 2024 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Green City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 1.17 acres at 728 Moore Road from B-2 to PD. The council will also consider awarding a $200,000 contract to Joseph A. Jeffries Co. Inc. for sidewalk replacement and vote on several other resolutions, including purchasing a fire truck and leasing electric vehicles.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1.17 acres at 728 Moore Road from B-2 to PD
• Award $200,000 contract to Joseph A. Jeffries Co. Inc. for 2024 sidewalk replacement program
• Purchase Braun Chief XL Medic Unit fire truck for $1.2 million
• Lease two 2024 Equinox EV electric vehicles from Serra Chevrolet
• Create Green Drug Task Force Scholarship Fund with opioid settlement funds

The Green City Council approved two ordinances related to the Sheetz property at 1651 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road: one repealing the 2005 TIF agreement and another declaring improvements by CSP Investment, Inc. (dba Sheetz) as a public purpose, exempting 100% of improvement value from property taxes for 30 years. Both passed 5-0. The council also held a public hearing on rezoning 1.17 acres at 728 Moore Road from B-2 to PD for a senior housing complex, but no vote was taken on that item. Several resolutions were introduced on first reading, including sidewalk replacement, ambulance purchase, and a drug task force scholarship fund.

• Adopted ordinance repealing 2005 TIF agreement for Sheetz (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance granting 30-year, 100% property tax exemption for Sheetz improvements (5-0)
• Approved July 9, 2024 council minutes (5-0)
• Approved June 2024 financial report subject to audit (5-0)
• Decided not to request hearing on Class C & D liquor license renewals (5-0)
• Decided not to request hearing on TREX transfer liquor license for Fresh Food Deli (5-0)

Committee Meetings

City committees will discuss several resolutions including electric vehicle leases and telecommunications equipment. The Planning, Community and Economic Development Committee will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change on Moore Road.

• Public hearing for rezoning 1.17 acres at 728 Moore Road from B-2 to PD
• Proposed lease of two 2024 Equinox EV RS electric vehicles from Serra Chevrolet
• Proposed purchase of telecommunications equipment from iVideo Technologies for the public access channel
• Grant application for an accessible recreation field at Kleckner Park
• Contract award to The Joseph A Jeffries Co. Inc. for 2024 miscellaneous concrete repairs

The committee meeting approved the July 9, 2024 minutes (5-2) and held an executive session on real estate sale. Several items were read and discussed for future regular meeting action, including a resolution to lease two 2024 Chevy Equinox EV vehicles (2024-R47), a resolution to purchase telecommunications equipment for the public access channel (2024-R50), a resolution to apply for a NatureWorks grant for an accessible field at Kleckner Park (2024-R52), and a resolution to award a concrete repairs contract to Joseph A. Jeffries Co. (2024-R46). The committee also reviewed liquor license renewals and a TREX transfer for Fresh Food Deli, and discussed ordinances to terminate and replace a TIF for Sheetz and rezone 728 Moore Road. No final votes were taken on these items; they are scheduled for the regular meeting.

• Approved July 9, 2024 committee meeting minutes (5-2)
• Held executive session on real estate sale (unanimous)
• Advanced 2024-R47 EV lease resolution to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R50 telecom equipment purchase to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R52 NatureWorks grant application to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R46 concrete repairs contract to regular meeting
• Moved to not request hearing on liquor license renewals
• Moved to not request hearing on Fresh Food Deli TREX transfer

Design Review Board

The Green Design Review Board will decide on signage and site plans for two commercial projects at its August 7 meeting. One proposal is for a monument sign at a relocation and logistics business on Brookline Road, and the other is for a site plan review at a mulch supplier on Massillon Road.

• TMP-4672: Monument sign review for relocation and logistics business at 3060 Brookline Road (zoning I-1)
• TMP-4673: Site plan review for Akron’s Finest Mulch at 4590 Massillon Road (zoning B-3)
• Staff reports and plans attached for both items

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three requests for variances to the Planning & Development Code. These requests involve the placement of accessory structures and fence height. The board will also review meeting minutes from May and June 2024.

• Request by Joseph Natko for an above ground pool at 2711 Graybill Rd.
• Request by Matthew & Laura Howell for a 3’ fence height variance at 4788 Christman Dr.
• Request by Mock Property Services for a shed at 7007 Pine Knoll Dr.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all three variance requests on the agenda. Joseph Natko received approval to place an above-ground pool in the side yard at 2711 Graybill Rd. Matthew and Laura Howell were granted a 3-foot fence height variance for a 6-foot fence at 4788 Christman Dr. Mock Property Services obtained a variance for a shed in the side yard at 7007 Pine Knoll Dr., with one board member abstaining.

• Approved pool placement variance for Joseph Natko at 2711 Graybill Rd (5-0)
• Approved 3-foot fence height variance for Matthew & Laura Howell at 4788 Christman Dr (5-0)
• Approved shed variance for Mock Property Services at 7007 Pine Knoll Dr (4-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including a zoning change for Moore Road and various construction contracts. Discussion includes cemetery updates, park improvements, and adjustments to non-bargaining employee compensation.

• Rezoning of 1.17 acres at 728 Moore Road from B-2 to Planned Development
• Contract for 2024 Miscellaneous Concrete Repairs with Joseph A. Jeffries Co. Inc.
• Lease agreement for two 2024 Equinox EV RS electric vehicles from Serra Chevrolet
• Sanitary sewer force main installation at Massillon Road and Boettler Road up to $316,738.90
• Construction of an adaptive multi-sports field at Kleckner Park

Committee Meetings

Multiple city committees will review various resolutions, ordinances, and contracts. Topics include cemetery construction, park improvements, road projects, and employee compensation adjustments.

• Contract for Willadale Trail Project with Eclipse Company LLC
• Contract for South Main Street Pedestrian Crossing Project with Perram Electric Inc.
• Construction of Phase 1 columbaria at Greensburg Cemetery with North Hill Marble & Granite Co
• Adaptive and ADA compliant multi-sports field construction at Kleckner Park
• Sanitary sewer force main installation for Massillon Road/Boettler Road project up to $316,738.90

Various committees reviewed and recommended for adoption several resolutions including contracts for the Willadale Trail and South Main Street pedestrian crossing. The council also advanced plans for a new ADA-compliant sports field at Kleckner Park and updates to cemetery columbarium facilities.

• Approved June 25, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Advanced contract for Willadale Trail Project to regular meeting
• Advanced contract for South Main Street Pedestrian Crossing to regular meeting
• Advanced columbarium construction and pricing resolutions to regular meeting
• Advanced ADA-compliant multi-sports field at Kleckner Park to regular meeting
• Advanced H2Ohio Wetland Grant application for Crouse Pond to regular meeting
• Advanced non-bargaining employee salary range updates and 3% raises to regular meeting
• Advanced final plats for Spring Hill Phase VI and Spring Hill Villas to regular meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review the Greensburg Cemetery Columbaria Project. The discussion includes a phased layout, proposed parking, and landscaping plans.

• COA 24-02 Greensburg Cemetery Columbaria Project

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several new legislative items including emergency management plans and salary adjustments. The agenda also includes contract awards for local trail, pedestrian, and cemetery projects.

• Sanitary sewer installation at Massillon Road and Boettler Road up to $316,738.90
• Construction of an ADA compliant multi-sports field at Kleckner Park
• Sign replacement on SR-241
• Contract for the Willadale Trail project with Eclipse Company LLC
• Repeal of a TIF agreement for 1651 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road (Sheetz)

Council approved the June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0) and adjourned at 7:35 p.m. With only four of seven members present, council held the third-reading vote on the Willadale Trail contract (2024-R28) until the next meeting. Several items had first readings and were referred to committees, including hazard mitigation, 9-1-1, sign replacement, pay ranges, legal services, an ADA field, and two Sheetz TIF ordinances. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved June 11, 2024 Council meeting minutes (4-0)
• Held third-reading vote on 2024-R28 Willadale Trail contract (Eclipse Company LLC) until next meeting due to low attendance
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 p.m. (4-0)

Committee Meetings

The City of Green committees are reviewing resolutions and ordinances across finance, planning, and public safety. Key items include approving final plats for Spring Hill Phase VI and Spring Hill Villas, awarding contracts for the Willadale Trail and South Main Street pedestrian crossing, and authorizing a cooperative funding agreement with Summit County for a sanitary sewer project. The agenda also covers cemetery regulations, a columbarium niche price reduction until January 31, 2025, and a grant application for the Crouse Pond project. These items cover local infrastructure funding, residential development approvals, and cemetery fee adjustments.

• Contract to Eclipse Company LLC for the Willadale Trail Project
• Contract to Perram Electric Inc. for the South Main Street Pedestrian Crossing Project
• Approval of final plats and performance bonds for Spring Hill Phase VI and Spring Hill Villas
• Cooperative funding agreement with Summit County for a sanitary sewer force main (not to exceed $316,738.90)
• Amendment to Chapter 91 adding columbaria and temporarily reducing niche prices until January 31, 2025

The June 25, 2024 committee meetings were mostly discussion and referral: no substantive resolutions were passed at committee level. Members reviewed legislation for the Willadale Trail contract, the South Main Street pedestrian crossing, columbaria at Greensburg Cemetery, a Crouse Pond wetland grant application, a Summit County hazard mitigation plan, Spring Hill plats, and a sanitary sewer agreement, with time to be requested at the regular meeting. The only recorded vote was approval of the June 11, 2024 committee meeting minutes (4-0, three members absent).

• Approved June 11, 2024 committee meeting minutes (4-0; DeVitis, Speight, Miller absent)
• Willadale Trail contract (2024-R28) held on third reading; time to be requested at regular meeting
• South Main Street pedestrian crossing contract (2024-R34) held on second reading; time to be requested
• Greensburg Cemetery columbaria contract (2024-R36) held on second reading; time to be requested
• Columbarium niche price reduction (2024-R37) and Chapter 91 amendment (2024-08) discussed together; time to be requested
• Roetzel & Andress legal services (2024-R44) on first reading; second reading passage requested
• Crouse Pond H2Ohio wetland grant application (2024-R35) held on second reading; time to be requested
• Summit County hazard mitigation plan (2024-R29) on first reading; second reading passage requested

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request from Ana V. Bettis to construct a detached garage in the front yard of her property. This requires a variance because the proposed accessory structure location does not comply with GCO Chapter 157, Planning and Development Code.

• Variance request for a detached garage at 4658 Pinecrest Dr.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request to build a detached garage in a location not compliant with the Planning and Development Code. The applicant stated the garage would be located in the side yard due to land slope and septic tank placement.

• Approved variance for detached garage at 4658 Pinecrest Dr. (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review a conceptual site plan and rezoning request for 728 Moore Road. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Belknap Dog Grooming at 3912 Cottage Grove Road.

• Rezoning request: 1.170 acres from B-2 to PD at 728 Moore Road
• Conceptual site plan review for Green Village Planned Development
• Discussion item regarding Belknap Dog Grooming at 3912 Cottage Grove Road

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several new resolutions including a sanitary sewer agreement and various construction contracts. The agenda also includes third readings for irrigation upgrades at Raintree Golf and Event Center and a bi-annual update to the city's codified ordinances.

• Contract for South Main Street Pedestrian Crossing project with Perram Electric Inc.
• Sanitary sewer force main installation agreement not to exceed $316,738.90
• Construction contract for Phase 1 columbaria at Greensburg Cemetery with North Hill Marble & Granite Co.
• H2Ohio wetland grant application for the Crouse Pond project
• Final plat and performance bond approvals for Spring Hill Phase VI and Spring Hill Villas

Green City Council approved two lease agreements with Financial Partners Group for irrigation controls and grounds equipment at the Raintree Golf and Event Center, and approved a purchase of telecommunications equipment and installation from MediaNet AV, LLC for the Council Chambers video production studio. Council also amended and adopted 2024-R32, modifying appropriations within certain funds and adding $70,000 for a new fire department vehicle, and adopted the bi-annual codified ordinance update (2024-07). Eight new items were introduced on first reading and referred to committee, including a South Main Street pedestrian crossing contract, a Crouse Pond wetland grant application, cemetery columbaria construction and pricing, two Spring Hill final plats, and a sanitary sewer force main agreement with Summit County not to exceed $316,738.90. Council also approved the May 28, 2024 meeting minutes 5-0, with Babbitt abstaining.

• Approved May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, Babbitt abstained)
• Adopted 2024-R26: lease for central control and satellite irrigation upgrade at Raintree Golf and Event Center (6-0)
• Adopted 2024-R27: lease for miscellaneous grounds and maintenance equipment at Raintree (6-0)
• Adopted 2024-R31: purchase of telecommunications equipment and installation from MediaNet AV, LLC for Council Chambers video production studio, bypassing three-reading rule (6-0)
• Adopted 2024-R32 as amended: modified appropriations within certain funds, adding $70,000 for a new fire department vehicle, bypassing three-reading rule (6-0)
• Adopted 2024-07: bi-annual codified ordinance update (6-0)
• Introduced 2024-R34 through 2024-R40 and 2024-08 on first reading; referred to committee
• Adjourned at 8:00 p.m. (6-0)

Committee Meetings

The Finance Committee will review several resolutions, including lease agreements for Raintree Golf and Event Center equipment. The committee is also reviewing a contract for the Willadale Trail project and telecommunications equipment for the City Council chambers.

• Lease agreement for central control and satellite irrigation upgrade at Raintree Golf and Event Center
• Lease agreement for miscellaneous grounds and maintenance equipment at Raintree Golf and Event Center
• Contract award to Eclipse Company LLC for the Willadale Trail project
• Purchase of telecommunications equipment and installation from MediaNet AV, LLC for City Council chambers
• Ordinance approving bi-annual updates to the codified ordinances

The Finance Committee reviewed lease agreements for irrigation and mowing equipment for the Raintree Golf and Event Center. Members discussed a contract for the Willadale Trail project, specifically debating the use of pipeline settlement funds and the use of asphalt. Several items were moved forward for adoption at the regular meeting.

• Approved May 28, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Moved 2024-R26 (Raintree irrigation upgrade lease) to regular meeting for adoption
• Moved 2024-R27 (Raintree grounds equipment lease) to regular meeting for adoption
• Moved 2024-R31 (Council Chambers video equipment purchase) to regular meeting for adoption
• Moved 2024-R32A ($485,310 modified appropriations) to regular meeting for adoption
• Moved 2024-07 (Bi-annual Codified Ordinance update) to regular meeting for adoption

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider two variance requests regarding accessory use and yard setbacks for residential properties. Additionally, the Board will hear an appeal concerning a dangerous building violation at 4977 Massillon Rd.

• Variance request for a 60’ by 30’ detached garage at 43 Hue Dr.
• Variance request for a garage addition with a 29’2” front yard setback at 3747 Chesterfield Dr.
• Appeal of a dangerous building violation issued for 4977 Massillon Rd.

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied an appeal regarding a dangerous building violation and approved two residential variance requests. One variance for a detached garage was approved conditional upon parcel consolidation.

• Approved variance for 60’x30’ detached garage at 43 Hue Dr. conditional on parcel consolidation (4-0)
• Approved 10’10” front yard setback variance for garage addition at 3747 Chesterfield Dr. (4-0)
• Denied appeal of dangerous building violation and demolition order for 4977 Massillon Rd. (4-0)
• Approved April 18, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several new legislative items including a contract for the Willadale Trail project and telecommunications equipment for the council chambers. Additionally, the body will consider lease agreements for irrigation and maintenance equipment at the Raintree Golf and Event Center.

• Contract award to Eclipse Company LLC for the Willadale Trail project
• Purchase of telecommunications equipment from MediaNet AV, LLC for Council Chambers
• Application for funds for Fire Division worker retention bonuses via the Ohio Ambulance Impacted Industry Program
• Lease agreements with Financial Partners Group for irrigation and maintenance equipment at Raintree Golf and Event Center
• Contract award to Aero-Mark Company LLC for the 2024 Pavement Marking Project

The Green City Council approved a contract for the 2024 pavement marking project and established a street lighting district for Spring Hill Business Park. They also authorized a grant application for fire division retention bonuses and approved previous meeting minutes and financial reports. Several other resolutions regarding trail contracts, equipment purchases, and ordinance updates were introduced or referred to committees for future action.

• Approved 2024 Pavement Marking Project contract with Aero-Mark Company LLC (6-0)
• Established Street Lighting District for Spring Hill Business Park Phases 1-3 (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to apply for Ohio Ambulance Impacted Industry grant for fire retention bonuses (6-0)
• Approved May 14, 2024 Council Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 2024 Electronic Financial Report subject to audit (6-0)
• Referred Willadale Trail Project contract resolution to committee
• Referred Telecommunications Equipment purchase resolution to committee
• Referred Supplemental Appropriations resolution to committee

Committee Meetings

The Finance Committee will review lease agreements for Raintree Golf and Event Center equipment. Other committees will consider a fire division retention bonus, a bi-annual code update, and a pavement marking contract.

• Lease agreement for central control and satellite irrigation upgrade at Raintree Golf and Event Center
• Lease agreement for miscellaneous grounds and maintenance equipment at Raintree Golf and Event Center
• Application for funds to provide retention bonuses to eligible Fire Division workers
• Bi-annual update to the codified ordinances
• Contract award to Aero-Mark Company LLC for the 2024 pavement marking project

Committees reviewed several resolutions and ordinances for final adoption at a regular meeting. These include equipment leases for Raintree Golf and Event Center, a pavement marking contract, and a new street lighting district.

• Approved May 14, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Advanced lease for Raintree Golf irrigation upgrade to regular meeting
• Advanced lease for four Raintree Golf mowers to regular meeting
• Advanced first reading for Fire Division retention bonus grant application
• Advanced bi-annual codified ordinance update to regular meeting
• Advanced contract for Aero-Mark Company 2024 pavement marking project
• Advanced resolution for Spring Hill Business Park street lighting district

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will conduct a site plan review and consider a conditional use certificate for a Verizon Wireless tower. The agenda also includes the approval of April meeting minutes and updates from the Director's Report.

• Site plan review for Verizon Wireless Tower at 6227 S. Main Street
• Conditional Use Certificate for a wireless telecommunications tower
• Approval of the April 17, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

Green City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the establishment of a street lighting district for Spring Hill Business Park Phases 1-3. The agenda also includes first readings for park mowing services and pavement marking contracts, as well as several liquor license applications.

• Public hearing for a street lighting district at Spring Hill Business Park Phases 1-3
• Contract for the 2024 pavement marking project with Aero-Mark Company LLC
• South Main Street resurfacing contract with Northstar Asphalt, Inc.
• Lease agreements for irrigation and maintenance equipment at Raintree Golf and Event Center
• Liquor license applications for The Industry Group LLC and Mama Lupe LLC

Council approved contracts for South Main Street resurfacing and park mowing services. The board also authorized grants for hazardous materials training and energy community funds, and declined hearings for four liquor license requests.

• Approved contract to Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for South Main Street resurfacing (6-0)
• Approved contract to Ground Pro, LLC for park and facility mowing (6-0)
• Approved PUCO hazardous materials training grant for Fire Department (6-0)
• Approved NOPEC 2024 Energized Community grant funds (6-0)
• Declined hearings for liquor license requests from The Industry Group LLC, The Bistro of Green, Mama Lupe LLC, and Hilton Garden Inn (6-0 each)
• Approved March 2024 Electronic Financial Report subject to audit (6-0)
• Approved April 23, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)

Committee Meetings

The Finance Committee will review a hazardous materials training grant and a mowing services agreement. Other committees will address liquor license applications, a street lighting district for Spring Hill Business Park, and the South Main Street resurfacing project.

• South Main Street resurfacing contract award to Northstar Asphalt, Inc.
• Street lighting district establishment for Spring Hill Business Park Phases 1-3
• Hazardous materials training grant application from PUCO
• Mowing services agreement with Ground Pro, LLC
• Liquor license items for The Industry Group LLC, The Bistro of Green, Mama Lupe LLC, and Hilton Garden Inn Canton Akron

The Finance Committee recommended approving a contract with Ground Pro, LLC for park mowing due to seasonal staffing shortages. The Transportation Committee moved to award a resurfacing contract for South Main Street to Northstar Asphalt, Inc. Several liquor license requests were reviewed with no hearings requested.

• Approved April 23, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Recommended second reading passage for PUCO hazardous materials training grant (2024-R22)
• Recommended first reading passage for Ground Pro, LLC mowing services contract (2024-R24)
• Recommended adoption of South Main Street resurfacing contract for Northstar Asphalt, Inc. (2024-R19)
• Recommended second reading passage for NOPEC Energized Community Grant funds (2024-R21)
• Determined no hearings are requested for liquor licenses: The Industry Group LLC, The Bistro of Green, Mama Lupe LLC, and Hilton Garden Inn Canton Akron

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will conduct a Certificate of Appropriateness review for the Greensburg Cemetery Columbarium Project. The meeting also includes electing officers and approving rules and procedures.

• Greensburg Cemetery Columbarium Project Certificate of Appropriateness Review 24-02
• Election of Officers
• Approval of Rules & Procedures
• Green Historical Society Report

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including a contract for South Main Street resurfacing and an amendment to the policing contract to include Flock safety cameras. Additionally, the council will consider various grant applications for energy, hazardous materials training, and regional recovery funds.

• Contract award to Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for South Main Street resurfacing
• Amendment to Summit County Sheriff policing contract to include Flock safety cameras
• Resolution to establish a street lighting district for Spring Hill Business Park Phases 1-3
• Resolution for NOPEC 2024 Energized Community Grant funds
• Resolution for PUCO hazardous materials training grant for fire department personnel

Green City Council approved a first amendment to its policing contract with the Summit County Sheriff to add Flock safety cameras, voting 6-0. Council also adopted a resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for a OneOhio Recovery Foundation grant, and adopted an ordinance creating a City Veterans' Advisory Commission, both 6-0. Several other items were introduced or given second readings, including a South Main Street resurfacing contract and a Spring Hill Business Park street lighting district; a public hearing on the lighting district is set for May 14. Council Member Neugebauer was absent.

• Approved first amendment to Summit County Sheriff policing contract adding Flock safety cameras (6-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Mayor to apply for OneOhio Recovery Foundation grant (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing City Veterans' Advisory Commission (6-0, Neugebauer absent)
• Approved April 9, 2024 council meeting minutes (6-0)
• Bypassed committee and three-reading rules for OneOhio grant resolution (6-0 each)
• Bypassed three-reading rule for Veterans Advisory Commission ordinance (6-0)
• Introduced 2024-R21 NOPEC Energized Community Grant resolution (first reading)
• Introduced 2024-R22 PUCO hazardous materials training grant resolution (first reading, second reading passage requested)

Committee Meetings

City of Green committees will meet to discuss several legislative items, including adding Flock safety cameras to the Summit County Sheriff policing contract. The agenda also includes a South Main Street resurfacing contract and the creation of a Veterans’ Advisory Commission.

• Amendment to policing contract with Summit County Sheriff for Flock safety cameras
• Contract award to Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for South Main Street resurfacing
• Application for a hazardous materials training grant from PUCO
• Establishment of a City Veterans’ Advisory Commission
• Creation of a street lighting district for Spring Hill Business Park Phases 1-3

Several committees reviewed legislation for upcoming council votes, including a policing contract amendment for Flock safety cameras and the creation of a City Veterans’ Advisory Commission. The council also reviewed grant applications for hazardous materials training and overdose recovery services.

• Approved April 9, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Advanced policing contract amendment for Flock safety cameras to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R23 OneOhio Recovery Foundation grant application to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-06 ordinance to establish City Veterans’ Advisory Commission to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R19 South Main Street resurfacing contract to Northstar Asphalt, Inc. to regular meeting
• Advanced 2024-R22 PUCO hazardous materials training grant application to regular meeting
• Tabled 2024-R20 Spring Hill Business Park street lighting district until May 14 public hearing

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review several requests for property variances. These include a proposed lot split on Christman Road and setback adjustments for residential additions and business structures.

• Lot split variance of 2,442 sq ft at 6956 Christman Rd.
• Front setback variance for Sgt Clean Car Wash at 3673 Massillon Rd.
• Fence height variance for 840 Lancelot Ln.
• Detached garage size and height variances for 229 E. Comet Rd.
• Side yard setback variance for a deck at 1680 Greensburg Rd.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved seven separate variance requests for residential and business properties. Decisions included approvals for fence heights, shed placement, lot splits, building additions, and commercial setbacks.

• Approved 3’ fence height variance for 840 Lancelot Ln. (3-0)
• Approved amended variance for shed placement at 165 Deer Valley Dr. (3-0)
• Approved 2,442 sq ft lot size variance for 6956 Christman Rd. (3-0)
• Approved amended setback variance for addition at 4599 Wildflower Dr. (3-0)
• Approved front setback and accessory use variances for Sgt Clean Car Wash (3-0)
• Approved 7’ side setback variance for deck at 1680 Greensburg Rd. (3-0)
• Approved lot coverage and height variances for garage at 229 E. Comet Rd. (3-0)
• Approved February 15, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review several property requests including a riparian setback variance and final plat reviews. Items include residential lot developments and an agricultural barn site plan.

• Riparian setback variance for 4774 Mayfair Road
• Final Plat Review for 10 lots at Kenway Blvd (Spring Hill Phase 6)
• Final Plat Review for Spring Hill Villas at Southwood & Great Oxford Lane
• Site Plan Review for Hall Agricultural Barn on Mayfair Road

City Council

The council will review several legislative items, including a contract for South Main Street resurfacing and amendments to the policing contract to include Flock safety cameras. Additionally, members will consider establishing street lighting districts for Spring Hill Business Park and creating a City Veterans’ Advisory Commission.

• Contract award to Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for South Main Street resurfacing
• Amendment to the Summit County Sheriff policing contract to include Flock safety cameras
• Establishment of a street lighting district for Spring Hill Business Park Phases 1-3
• Ordinance establishing a City Veterans’ Advisory Commission
• Lease agreement for a John Deere rough mower for Raintree Golf and Event Center

The Green City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including contracts for road resurfacing projects and a lease for a golf course mower. They also passed an ordinance amending dog control rules and authorized a grant to hire an urban forester. A resolution to add Flock safety cameras to the police contract was tabled for further review.

• Approved March 26 meeting minutes (5-1-1)
• Approved John Deere mower lease for Raintree Golf Center (6-0)
• Approved Urban Sustainability grant for urban forester salary (6-0)
• Adopted amended dog control ordinance (6-0)
• Tabled Flock safety cameras police contract amendment for review
• Adopted alarm system permit duration ordinance (6-0)
• Awarded 2024 resurfacing contract to Karvo Companies, Inc. (6-0)
• Established street lighting district for Spring Hill Phase V (6-0)

Committee Meetings

The Finance, Environment, Public Safety, Planning, Transportation, and Intergovernmental committees will meet to review several legislative items. These include a contract for road resurfacing, an agreement for Flock safety cameras, and amendments to city ordinances regarding dogs and alarm systems.

• Contract award to Karvo Companies, Inc. for 2024 resurfacing project
• First amendment to policing contract with Summit County Sheriff to include Flock safety cameras
• Lease agreement for a John Deere rough mower for Raintree Golf and Event Center
• Grant agreement with Urban Sustainability Directors Network for an urban forester salary
• Ordinance to amend Section 92.03 regarding alarm system permit duration and renewals

Several resolutions and ordinances were moved forward for adoption at the regular meeting, including a $66,000 mower lease and a $263,425 grant for an urban forester. A proposal for Flock safety cameras was delayed due to concerns over contract language and data privacy. Other items advanced include a dog ordinance for parks and a street lighting district for Spring Hill Phase V.

• Approved March 26, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Moved to adopt $66,000 John Deere mower lease for Raintree Golf and Event Center
• Moved to adopt $263,425 grant for Urban Forester salary and benefits
• Moved to adopt ordinance allowing dogs in most city parks (excluding Raintree, Veterans Park, Torok, and sports fields/courts)
• Tabled resolution for 14 Flock safety cameras ($92,000 implementation; $42,000 annually) for further contract review
• Moved to adopt housekeeping amendment to alarm system permit duration code
• Moved to adopt 2024 resurfacing project contract awarded to Karvo Companies, Inc.
• Moved to adopt resolution establishing a street lighting district for Spring Hill, Phase V

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will elect officers and approve rules and procedures. The meeting includes a review of a Certificate of Appropriateness for the E. Liberty Schoolhouse at 3492 S. Arlington Road.

• Certificate of Appropriateness review for E. Liberty Schoolhouse
• Election of officers
• Approval of rules and procedures
• Approval of December 28, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including a public hearing for the Spring Hill Phase V street lighting district. The agenda includes discussions on creating an urban forester position, amending dog control ordinances, and approving various city contracts and appropriations.

• Public hearing for Spring Hill, Phase V street lighting district (2024-R12)
• Resolution to accept a grant for an Urban Forester salary and benefits (2024-R18)
• Lease agreement for a John Deere rough mower for Raintree Golf and Event Center (2024-R16)
• Amendment to the policing contract with Summit County Sheriff to include Flock safety cameras (2024-R17)
• Contract award to Karvo Companies, Inc. for a 2024 resurfacing project (2024-R11)

City Council adopted ordinances for a sidewalk repair and replacement program and a tax exemption for Vista Storage of Green. The council also created a non-bargaining Urban Forester position and modified fund appropriations.

• Approved sidewalk repair and replacement program ordinance (5-0)
• Approved 30-year 100% real property tax exemption for Vista Storage of Green (5-0)
• Created non-bargaining Urban Forester position (5-0)
• Approved modification of appropriations within certain funds (5-0)
• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 2024 Electronic Financial Report subject to audit (5-0)
• Withdrew resolution 2023-R33A regarding sidewalk repair district
• Tabled resolution 2024-R12 for Spring Hill Phase V street lighting district

Committee Meetings

City committees are meeting to discuss several legislative items regarding public safety and infrastructure. The agenda includes amending dog control ordinances and establishing a street lighting district for Spring Hill.

• Amendment to policing contract with Summit County Sheriff to include Flock safety cameras
• 30-year tax exemption for improvements at Vista Storage of Green, LLC
• Creation of a sidewalk repair or replacement district and special assessment method
• Contract award to Karvo Companies, Inc. for the 2024 resurfacing project
• Lease agreement for a John Deere rough mower for Raintree Golf and Event Center

Several committees reviewed legislation to be moved for adoption at the regular meeting, including appropriations for sidewalk repairs and a TIF for Vista Storage of Green. The Rules and Personnel Committee advanced the creation of a non-bargaining Urban Forester position. One resolution regarding a sidewalk repair district was withdrawn.

• Approved March 12, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Advanced resolution to modify appropriations, including $150,000 for sidewalk repair/replacement
• Advanced ordinance for 100% real property tax exemption for 30 years for Vista Storage of Green (Phase II)
• Advanced resolution to create a non-bargaining Urban Forester position
• Withdrew resolution 2023-R33A regarding a 2024 sidewalk repair or replacement district
• Advanced amended ordinance 2024-02 regarding sidewalk repair and replacement assessments
• Tabled resolution for Flock Safety Cameras policing contract amendment
• Tabled lease agreement for John Deere rough mower for Raintree Golf and Event Center

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review several site plans for commercial additions, remodeling, and parking. The agenda also includes a project recommendation for Willadale Trail and a discussion regarding storage units.

• Minor Subdivision Variance for 6966 Christman Road
• Site Plan Review for Neuro-Behavioral Clinical Research Bldg Addition at 5080 Aultman Road
• Site Plan Review for Sgt. Clean Car Wash Remodel at 3673 Massillon Road
• Site Plan Review for Interior Supply Parking/Storage at 801 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road
• Project Recommendation for Willadale Trail from Koons Road to Boettler Park

City Council

The City Council is considering several legislative items including a sidewalk repair and replacement program. Discussions include contracts for road resurfacing, equipment leasing for Raintree Golf and Event Center, and a policing contract amendment for Flock safety cameras.

• Public hearing for sidewalk repair and replacement program legislation
• Contract award to Karvo Companies, Inc. for 2024 resurfacing project
• Lease agreement for a John Deere rough mower at Raintree Golf and Event Center
• Policing contract amendment with Summit County Sheriff to include Flock safety cameras
• Agricultural permit renewals for 2873 Wise Road and 500 Aquadale Drive

Council approved two agricultural permit renewals and several lease and service agreements. A public hearing was held regarding a proposed sidewalk repair and replacement program, though the ordinance was not voted on during this session.

• Approved agricultural permit renewal for David P. Jacobs (7-0)
• Approved agricultural permit renewal for Mary Lou & Jeffrey Williams Co Trustees (7-0)
• Adopted contract with Ellet Sign Company for parks wayfinding signs (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted agreement with Oriana House, Inc. for community correctional services (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted tax exemption for Liberty Green Storage Phase III improvements (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted lease agreement with Spok Inc. for radio tower equipment (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted lease agreement with B & C Communications for radio tower equipment (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved February 27, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 absent)

Committee Meetings

The City of Green committees are reviewing multiple resolutions and ordinances for second or third readings. A public hearing on March 12 will address a proposed sidewalk repair district that levies special assessments on abutting properties. Other items include property tax exemptions for two local storage facility expansions, the creation of an Urban Forester position, and equipment leases for the city radio tower.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-02 establishing a sidewalk repair district and special assessments
• Third reading on tax exemptions for Liberty Green Storage Phase III and Vista Storage of Green Phase II improvements
• Second reading creating an Urban Forester position with an established pay range
• Third readings approving equipment leases with Spok Inc. and B&C Communications at 3670 Tabs Drive radio tower
• Second reading on modifying fund appropriations to cover current city expenses

Green City Council committees reviewed several ordinances and resolutions during their March 12 meeting. Key items included tax exemptions for storage facilities, a new Urban Forester position, and sidewalk repair districts. No final votes were taken on these items; they were advanced for adoption or public hearings at the regular council meeting.

• Approved February 27, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Advanced Liberty Green Storage Phase III TIF ordinance for adoption
• Advanced Vista Storage Phase II TIF ordinance for time at regular meeting
• Advanced Urban Forester position creation resolution for time at regular meeting
• Advanced 2024 Sidewalk Repair District resolutions for public hearing/adoption
• Advanced Spok Inc. and B&C Communications radio tower lease renewals for adoption
• Advanced Spring Hill Phase V Street Lighting District resolution for time at regular meeting
• Advanced Community Corrections agreement with Oriana House for adoption

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct site plan reviews for two projects. These include an addition to the Neuro-Behavioral Clinical Research Building on Aultman Road and a remodel of Sgt. Clean Car Wash on Massillon Road.

• Site plan review for Neuro-Behavioral Clinical Research Bldg Addition at 5080 Aultman Road
• Site plan review for Sgt. Clean Car Wash Remodel at 3673 Massillon Road
• Approval of the February 7, 2024 Meeting Minutes

City Council

The Green City Council will review multiple resolutions and ordinances during its February 27 meeting. Discussions include a proposed 12-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis zoning certificates, which would pause new business permits in the city, and approvals for the Jacobs Ridge Planned Development phases III and IV. The council will also hold public hearings on sidewalk repair special assessments that apply to abutting property owners, an agricultural permit renewal at 856 E. Caston Road, and federal grant applications for firefighter equipment.

• Public hearing on an agricultural permit renewal for a 22.2-acre parcel at 856 E. Caston Road
• First reading of a resolution creating a street lighting district for Spring Hill, Phase V
• Second and third readings of ordinances exempting Vista Storage of Green LLC and Liberty Green Storage improvements from real property taxation for 30 years
• First reading of a resolution imposing a 12-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis zoning certificates
• Public hearing scheduled for March 12 on sidewalk repair special assessments under the new Sidewalk Repair or Replacement District

Green City Council adopted a resolution imposing a moratorium of up to twelve months on applications and zoning certificates for adult-use cannabis cultivation, processing, distribution or sale, to allow the city to review state and local laws and plan regulations. Council also adopted two resolutions authorizing the Mayor to apply for federal Assistance to Firefighters Grants for firefighter protective equipment and firefighting equipment, and approved final plats and performance bonds for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phases III and IV. Several items were introduced on first reading and referred to committee, including a Spring Hill Phase V street lighting district, first-quarter appropriation modifications, creation of an Urban Forester position, a community corrections agreement with Oriana House, Inc., and a 30-year tax exemption for Vista Storage of Green (Phase II).

• Adopted 12-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis zoning applications (6-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Mayor to apply for FY2023 AFG grant for firefighter particulate hoods and gloves (6-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Mayor to apply for FY2023 AFG grant for air monitors, thermal imaging cameras and firecom system (6-0)
• Approved final plat and performance bond for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phase III (6-0)
• Approved final plat and performance bond for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phase IV (6-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer for The Industry Group, LLC at 3492 S. Arlington Road (6-0)
• Approved agricultural permit renewal for Brian Coy, 856 E. Caston Road, 22.2065 acres (6-0)
• Adopted resolution creating Digital Media Specialist position (6-0)

Committee Meetings

City committees will review several legislative items including a proposed moratorium on adult-use cannabis zoning. Other discussions involve sidewalk repair assessments, fire department equipment grants, and various lease and contract agreements.

• Moratorium on zoning certificates for adult-use cannabis cultivation or sale
• Sidewalk repair or replacement district and special assessments
• Grant applications for firefighter protective gear and equipment
• Contract with Ellet Sign Company for Parks Wayfinding Sign Project
• Final plats and performance bonds for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phases III and IV

The committee approved the February 13 meeting minutes. Several resolutions regarding fire department grants, liquor license transfers, and development plats were moved forward for adoption at the regular meeting. A proposed sidewalk repair program and a cannabis zoning moratorium were discussed for further action.

• Approved February 13, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Moved to approve liquor license transfer for The Industry restaurant
• Moved to adopt AFG grant for firefighter PPE (61 hoods and 61 pairs of gloves)
• Moved to adopt AFG grant for air monitors, thermal cameras, and communications system
• Moved to adopt final plats and bonds for Jacobs Ridge Phases III and IV
• Moved to adopt 12-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis zoning certificates
• Moved to adopt creation of Digital Media Specialist position
• Moved to adopt radio tower lease agreements with Spok Inc. and B & C Communications

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a site plan review for a proposed Dollar General. The project is located at the northeast corner of Mayfair Road and E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road.

• Site plan review for Dollar General (J. Wojtila, Zaremba Group, LLC)
• Review of site plans, elevations, and landscape plans

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review requests for variances regarding a self-storage facility at 755 Liberty Green Dr. The board will also consider a request to increase the allowed width of a driveway at 5995 Mayfair Rd.

• Variance for self-storage height up to 27'6" and door widths up to 16' at 755 Liberty Green Dr.
• Request to orient four self-storage doors toward Liberty Green Drive
• Variance for a 60' wide driveway at 5995 Mayfair Rd.

City Council

The council will review several new legislative items, including grant applications for firefighter equipment and a contract for park wayfinding signs. Members are also considering a temporary pause on zoning for adult-use cannabis businesses and approving final plats for Jacobs Ridge development.

• 12-month moratorium on zoning certificates for adult-use cannabis cultivation and sale (2024-R10)
• Grant applications for firefighter protective equipment and monitoring tools (2024-R06, 2024-R07)
• Contract with Ellet Sign Company for the Parks Wayfinding Sign Project (2024-R05)
• Final plats and performance bonds for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phases III and IV (2024-R01, 2024-R02)
• New liquor license application for First Watch Restaurant at 3926 Massillon Rd.

Green City Council approved an ordinance rezoning about 1.27 acres on Southwood Drive from single-family residential and professional office to planned development. Council also adopted a resolution approving an agreement with the Summit County Public Defender's Commission and a resolution consenting to ODOT sign replacement on SR-241. Several items were introduced on first reading, including a 12-month moratorium on zoning certificates for adult-use cannabis, and were referred to committee rather than decided.

• Adopted rezoning of ~1.27 acres on Southwood Drive from R-1 and B-2 to PD (6-0)
• Adopted agreement with Summit County Public Defender's Commission (6-0)
• Adopted resolution consenting to ODOT sign replacement on SR-241 (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending council rules of procedure (6-0)
• Approved January 9, 2024 council meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved January 4, 2024 organizational meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved January 2024 financial report subject to audit (6-0)
• Decided not to request a hearing on a new liquor license for First Watch Restaurant, 3926 Massillon Rd. (6-0)

Committee Meetings

City committees will meet to discuss several legislative items, including new firefighter equipment grants and a liquor license for First Watch Restaurant. The agenda also includes reviews of rezoning requests for Southwood Drive and Jacobs Ridge developments. A proposed 12-month moratorium on zoning for adult-use cannabis is scheduled for its first reading.

• New liquor license for First Watch Restaurant at 3926 Massillon Rd.
• Proposed 12-month moratorium on zoning for adult-use cannabis
• Grants for firefighter protective equipment and monitoring tools
• Rezoning of 1.27 acres on Southwood Drive to Planned Development
• Final plat and bond approvals for Jacobs Ridge Phases III and IV

Committee members reviewed several resolutions and ordinances for upcoming regular meeting votes, including fire department grants and a new digital media position. The committee decided to forego a first-reading passage of a proposed cannabis moratorium to allow for resident input.

• Approved January 9, 2024 Committee Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Moved to adopt 1-year contract renewal with Summit County Public Defender’s Commission
• Moved to adopt rezoning of 1.27 acres at Southwood Drive to Planned Development
• Moved to adopt ODOT sign replacement on SR-241
• Forewent first reading passage of 12-month adult-use cannabis moratorium for public vetting
• Requested time at regular meeting for two AFG grants for fire department PPE and equipment
• Requested time at regular meeting for Jacobs Ridge PD Phase III and IV final plats
• Requested time at regular meeting for creation of Digital Media Specialist position ($55,000-$82,680)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct a site plan review for a proposed Dollar General located at the northeast corner of Mayfair Road and E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road. The review includes assessments of building elevations, landscape plans, and an aerial map.

• Site Plan Review: Dollar General (NE Corner of Mayfair Road & E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct business regarding personnel matters and the appointment of a new Ward 3 Councilmember. An executive session is scheduled to discuss hiring and interviews.

• Appointment of new Ward 3 Councilmember
• Executive Session: Personnel Matter RE: Hiring/Interviews

City Council held a special meeting to fill a vacancy in the Ward 3 council seat. After conducting interviews in executive session, the council voted to appoint Rick Miller to the position.

• Appointed Rick Miller as Ward 3 Council Member (5-0)

City Council

The meeting features a State of the City presentation by Mayor Yeargin. Aside from this presentation, the agenda consists only of standard procedural items.

• State of the City Presentation

The meeting consisted of a State of the City presentation by Mayor Yeargin titled "OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND." No substantive legislative decisions or votes were recorded.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson before reviewing several business items. These items include requests for setbacks, parking adjustments, and parcel splits at various locations in Green.

• Five variances requested for 3492 S. Arlington Rd. regarding parking width, setbacks, curb cuts, and signage
• Residential addition setback variance requested for 6965 Pine Knoll Dr.
• Parcel split proposal for four parcels on Arlington Road and one parcel on Pinecrest Drive by Green Real Estate Dev.
• Three variances requested for White Donuts at 3651 Massillon Rd. regarding side setbacks, parking space counts, and impervious coverage

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will conduct an organizational meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Business items include site plan reviews for Liberty Green Storage Phase III, PLCC Dental & Welding additions, and a Dunkin Donuts drive-thru, as well as a minor subdivision lot split.

• Site Plan Review: Liberty Green Storage Phase III at 755 Liberty Green Drive
• Site Plan Review: PLCC Dental & Welding Additions at 4401 Shriver Road
• Minor Subdivision: Ellis Lot Split at 4720 S. Arlington Road
• Site Plan Review: Dunkin Donuts Drive Thru at 3651 Massillon Road

Committee Meetings

City of Green committee members will review several legislative items including annual capital appropriations, sidewalk repair districts, and sign replacements. The Planning Committee is also scheduled for a public hearing regarding land rezoning at Southwood Drive.

• 2024 Annual Capital Appropriations (Resolution 2023-R57A)
• Rezoning of 1.27 acres at Southwood Drive to Planned Development (Ordinance 2023-15)
• Dedication plat for Greensburg Road and South Arlington Road (Resolution 2023-R62)
• Creation of a 2024 Sidewalk Repair or Replacement District (Resolution 2023-R33A)
• Sign replacement on SR-241 (Resolution 2023-R63)

Green City Council's committee meetings on January 9, 2024 were largely procedural: members approved the December 12, 2023 committee minutes and held a 28-minute executive session on pending litigation. Committees reviewed several items and agreed to move them to the regular meeting, including the amended 2024 annual capital appropriations, a public defender agreement, a dedication plat for Greensburg Road and South Arlington Road, a Southwood Drive rezoning, council rules amendments, a 2024 sidewalk repair/replacement district, and an ODOT sign replacement on SR-241. No final votes on these items were recorded at the committee stage.

• Approved December 12, 2023 committee meeting minutes (3 aye, 1 absent, 2 abstain)
• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation (all in favor)
• Adjourned executive session and resumed regular committee meetings (all in favor)
• 2023-R57A amended 2024 capital appropriations: moved to adopt at regular meeting
• 2023-R66 Summit County public defender agreement: requested time at regular meeting
• 2023-R62 Greensburg Road/South Arlington Road dedication plat: moved to adopt at regular meeting
• 2023-15 Southwood Drive rezoning: public hearing set for 7 p.m. regular meeting, discussion deferred
• 2023-R33A sidewalk repair/replacement district and 2023-R63 ODOT SR-241 sign replacement: time to be requested at regular meeting

City Council

The Green City Council will review a rezoning request for approximately 1.27 acres on Southwood Drive to create a planned development business park, changing the site from single-family residential and professional office use. Members will also consider resolutions to approve final plats for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development phases III and IV, adopt the amended 2024 annual capital appropriations, and establish a sidewalk repair district that authorizes special assessments on affected properties. Several items are referred to committees or scheduled for second readings before final action.

• Public hearing and third reading on Ordinance 2023-15 to rezone ~1.27 acres at Southwood Drive from R-1/B-2 to PD (Planned Development) for the Spring Hill Business Park
• First readings of Resolutions 2024-R01 and 2024-R02 approving final plats and performance bonds for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phases III and IV
• Second reading of Resolution 2023-R57A adopting the amended 2024 annual capital appropriations for the city
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-16A amending City Council rules of procedure
• First reading of Resolution 2023-R33A creating a 2024 sidewalk repair district and authorizing special assessments, plus cooperation with ODOT for SR-241 sign replacement

City Council approved the 2024 annual capital appropriations and a dedication plat for Greensburg and South Arlington Roads. The council also adopted the Council Rules of Procedure and approved the December 12, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved 2024 annual capital appropriations (5-0)
• Approved dedication plat for Greensburg Road and South Arlington Road (5-0)
• Adopted Council Rules of Procedure (5-0)
• Approved December 12, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)

City Council

This is an organizational meeting for the Green City Council. The agenda consists of procedural items, including a roll call and the election of the President and Vice President of Council.

• Election of President of Council
• Election of Vice President of Council

The Green City Council held its 2024 organizational meeting to elect officers. Members voted to appoint CJ Meager as Council President and Jeff Noble as Vice President.

• Elected CJ Meager as Council President (4-1)
• Elected Jeff Noble as Council Vice President (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct an organizational meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also perform site plan reviews for Liberty Green Storage Phase 3 and additions at PLCC Dental & Welding.

• Site Plan Review: Liberty Green Storage Phase 3 at 755 Liberty Green Drive
• Site Plan Review: PLCC Dental & Welding Additions at 4401 Shriver Road
• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair