Powell, Alabama

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review financial reports from June 2026. The body will also receive updates on investments and debt financing.

• Monthly Financial Reports for June 2026
• Investment update from Jim McCourt of Meeder Investment Management
• Debt financing update from Baker Tilly Municipal Advisors and FBT Gibbons LLP

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Powell Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a comprehensive update of the city's Zoning Code (Chapter 11). The commission will review the proposed changes and vote on a recommendation to City Council. Other agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a hearing for public comments on non-agenda items.

• Administrative Review – Zoning Code Update (Case 2025-12ADM): Commission to review and recommend approval of a comprehensive update to Powell's Zoning Code.

Powell Development Corporation

The Powell Development Corporation will consider a facade grant update for 55 East Olentangy Street and a revised scoring matrix for future grants. The board also receives reports from the treasurer, city manager, economic development, and various committees.

• 55 East Olentangy Street - Vincent Margello Facade Grant Update
• Facade Grant Scoring Matrix discussion
• Retreat Recommendations from prior board retreat
• Monthly Financial Report for May 2026
• Reports from Economic Development, School Board, and Chamber committees

City Council

The Powell City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing a $67,000 professional services agreement with Pavement Management Group for condition rating analysis of streets, shared-use paths, and sidewalks. They will also hold first readings on three ordinances: two to join the NOPEC electric aggregation program and one to grant final acceptance of public improvements for the Redwood development. The consent agenda includes monthly reports and a resolution confirming the appointment of the finance director as delegate to the Regional Income Tax Agency.

• Resolution 2026-33: Authorizes $67,000 contract with Pavement Management Group for condition rating of streets, paths, and sidewalks
• Ordinance 2026-11 & 2026-12 (first reading): Authorizes city to enter NOPEC electric aggregation program and approve its plan of governance
• Ordinance 2026-13 (first reading): Grants final acceptance of public improvements for the Redwood development
• Resolution 2026-32: Confirms appointment of Finance Director Samantha Borchers as delegate to RITA

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss police procedures regarding a massage parlor raid and Upper Arlington's e-bike legislation.

• Approval of May 19, 2026, committee minutes
• Police Chief Ron Sallows to introduce massage parlor raid
• Discussion on Upper Arlington's e-bike legislation
• Review of mobility device registration and safety survey

Records Commission

The Powell Records Commission will consider updates to the municipal public records retention schedule. A summary memo of requested changes will be reviewed, followed by department-specific documents showing redlined and final versions. Most departments report no requested changes, while several have proposed revisions.

• Civil Service retention schedule – redlined and final documents
• Finance retention schedule – redlined and final documents
• General retention schedule – redlined and final documents
• Human Resources: Personnel retention schedule – redlined and final documents
• Public Service, Parks, Recreation retention schedule – redlined and final documents

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a hearing on an amended sign plan for Mount Carmel Health Systems at 10330 Sawmill Parkway. They will also consider recommending a comprehensive update of the City of Powell Zoning Code to City Council. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approval of minutes and visitor comments.

• Mount Carmel – amended final development plan for sign plan with enhanced wayfinding at 10330 Sawmill Parkway (Case 2026-13AFDP)
• Comprehensive update of City of Powell Zoning Code (Chapter 11) – review and recommendation to City Council (Case 2025-12ADM)
• Review of draft official zoning map and planned district development texts
• Consideration of Powell Design Guidelines draft

Finance Committee

The Powell Finance Committee will discuss the monthly financial reports for May, the proposed 2027 Estimated Resources (Revenue) Budget, and a reconciliation of 2025 RITA refunds and retainers. The committee may also enter executive session to consider purchasing property for public purposes. No final decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion and review.

• Monthly Financial Reports for May 2026
• 2027 Estimated Resources (Revenue) Budget
• 2025 RITA Refund and Retainer Reconciliation
• Executive session to consider property purchase per Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G)(2)

Powell Development Corporation

The Powell Development Corporation will discuss a facade grant application for 55 E. Olentangy submitted by Vince Margello. The board will also consider a funding request for shirts from the Delaware Community Band.

• Facade grant application for 55 E. Olentangy (Vince Margello)
• Funding request for shirts from the Delaware Community Band
• Review of the Commercial Powell Downtown Facade Improvement Program
• Goal setting session retreat discussion

The board approved a façade grant for 55 E. Olentangy and funding for the Powell Community Band. Additionally, the board authorized budget line additions for band shirts and valet services.

• Approved April 28, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda amendment to discuss Community Band early (5-0)
• Approved 55 E. Olentangy Façade Grant (5-2)
• Approved payment for Powell Community Band shirts (6-0)
• Approved $350 budget modification for the Powell Band (7-0)
• Approved $26,000 budget line for valet services (7-0)

City Council

The council will vote on a resolution authorizing an agreement with NOPEC for electric aggregation supply and program administration for the city's governmental aggregation program. Other resolutions include appointments to the Tree Board and purchases of a Kubota skid steer and Kubota RTVX2C for the Public Service Department. The consent agenda includes a liquor license transfer for Chapala at 240 North Liberty Street. Council will also enter executive session for property purchase and legal discussions.

• Resolution 2026-31 authorizing NOPEC electric aggregation agreement
• Resolution 2026-28 appointing members to the Tree Board
• Resolution 2026-29 authorizing purchase of Kubota track skid steer from CEC Turf & Tractor to replace 2008 Bobcat
• Resolution 2026-30 authorizing purchase of Kubota RTVX2C and related equipment
• Consent agenda: Transfer of liquor permit from Gallops Powell LLC to La Sosa LLC (DBA Chapala) at 240 North Liberty Street

The City Council approved several resolutions including new appointments to the Tree Board and equipment purchases for the Public Service Department. Additionally, the council authorized a relationship with NOPEC to begin an electric aggregation program.

• Approved May 19, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including liquor control transfer for Chapala (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-28 appointing members to the Tree Board (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-29 for a Kubota track skid steer purchase (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-30 for a Kubota RTV and snow removal equipment (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-31 to authorize an agreement with NOPEC for electric aggregation (6-0)

Development Committee

The Development Committee will receive an informational briefing on e-bikes and safety from Sergeant Jon Weirich of the Powell Police Department. No decisions or votes are scheduled on this item. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Presentation on e-bike safety and incidents by Powell Police Department sergeant
• Approval of minutes from May 6, 2026 Development Committee meeting

Tree Board

The Powell Tree Board will hold a discussion on possible future topics for the board. It will also consider appointments to boards and commissions as required by Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22 (G)(1). No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on future topics for consideration
• Consideration of board and commission appointments under Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22 (G)(1)

City Council

The council will vote on renewing the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), appoint members to the new City Tree Board, and hold first reading of an emergency ordinance to modify 2026 appropriations. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, property acquisition, legal strategy, and economic development negotiations.

• Resolution 2026-26 to continue the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)
• Resolution 2026-27 appointing members to the City Tree Board
• Ordinance 2026-10 (emergency) modifying appropriations for calendar year 2026
• Executive session for personnel, property purchase, attorney conference, and economic development assistance discussions
• Village Green Master Plan Open House on May 27, 2026

The council unanimously approved the May 6 meeting minutes and the consent agenda. It adopted Resolution 2026-26 to expand the designated outdoor refreshment area to daily hours 11 a.m.‑midnight, and Resolution 2026-27 to appoint members to the City Tree Board. The council also passed Ordinance 2026-10, modifying the 2026 appropriations and declaring an emergency. All motions passed with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved May 6 minutes (Y-7 N-0 AB-0)
• Approved consent agenda (Y-0 N-O AB-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-26 expanding outdoor refreshment area (Y-7 N-0 AB-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-27 appointing Tree Board members (Y-7 N-0 AB-0)
• Suspended rules for Ordinance 2026-10 (Y-7 N-O AB-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-10 modifying appropriations (Y-7 N-0 AB-0)

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will consider approving minutes from April 21, 2026, then discuss deer management strategies, including a presentation on Worthington's program. Members will also receive an update from the Tree Board. No votes on these items are listed; the agenda is for discussion and information.

• Discussion of deer management with attached Worthington Deer Management Plan (2025) and Program Report (2026)
• Tree Board update
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2026 Operations Committee meeting

The Operations Committee approved the minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting (vote 5-0). The City Council approved the Tree Board ordinance, making the board effective in May 2026. The meeting was then adjourned by motion.

• Approved April 21, 2026 Operations Committee minutes (vote 5-0)
• Approved creation of Tree Board; ordinance effective May 2026
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and make a recommendation on a zoning map amendment and combined preliminary and final development plan for the Powell Gateway project, a 21,600-square-foot commercial building on 1.93 acres at 120 East Olentangy Street. They will also consider a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish a 1,630-square-foot residential structure at 62 Scioto Street to make way for a new single-family home. The meeting includes election of chair and vice-chair.

• Powell Gateway – Zoning Map Amendment & Combined Preliminary/Final Development Plan (Case 2026-06Z/PDP/FDP) for 1.93 acres at 120 East Olentangy Street; applicants Sarah Freiheit and Max Hartings, Equity.
• Certificate of Appropriateness Review – Demolition of a 1,630-square-foot residential structure at 62 Scioto Street (Case 2026-10CA); applicant Mikayla Holub.
• Election of chair and vice-chair for the commission.
• Approval of minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting.

Finance Committee

The Powell Finance Committee will discuss and potentially approve zoning code changes and related fee schedule updates, as well as Q2 2026 supplemental appropriations. The committee will also review monthly financial reports and receive a treasury management presentation. No dollar amounts or specific zoning changes are detailed in the agenda.

• Review of zoning code changes and fee schedule updates (memo provided)
• Q2 2026 supplemental appropriations (document attached)
• Treasury management presentation by Alex DeRosa of three+one
• Monthly financial reports for March and April 2026
• Approval of minutes from March 10, 2026 meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the March 10, 2026 Finance Committee meeting by consensus. No other motions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded; the remainder of the meeting was spent reviewing financial reports and discussing revenue, expenditures, staffing, and treasury management.

• Approved March 10, 2026 Finance Committee minutes (consensus)

City Council

The council will consider Resolution 2026-25, which would authorize the city manager to develop a shared‑use downtown parking policy. The meeting also includes approval of the April 21 minutes, a valet‑parking update, and an executive‑session discussion of property purchase and economic‑development matters. Committee report dates are announced.

• Resolution 2026-25: authorize shared‑use downtown parking policy
• Approve minutes from the April 21, 2026 council meeting
• Valet parking update from the city manager
• Executive session: consider purchase of property for public purposes
• Executive session: discuss confidential economic‑development assistance matters

The City Council voted to amend the meeting agenda to include a report on the Village Green. The motion was moved by Vice‑Mayor Tom Counts, seconded by Councilmember Tyler Herrmann, and passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Amended agenda to include Report on Village Green (7-0)

Development Committee

The Powell Development Committee will consider the zoning code review process, including a code rewrite review and a draft permitting toolkit for homeowners. No other substantive business is listed.

• Zoning Code Review Process discussion
• Draft Permitting Toolkit for Homeowners

The Development Committee approved the April 7 minutes (5-0). The meeting was used to brief members on the ongoing zoning code rewrite, proposed changes to the development review process, and a new permitting toolkit. No resolutions, approvals, or votes on the proposed changes were made.

• Approved minutes from April 7, 2026 (5-0)

Powell Development Corporation

The Powell Development Corporation will hold elections for Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Treasurer, and Secretary. The body will also install an Executive Director and discuss a valet parking agreement and a goal-setting retreat.

• Election of officers (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary)
• Installation of Executive Director
• Powell Festival Sponsorship Agreement
• Valet Parking Agreement
• Review of Business Attraction Grant 2024

The board unanimously appointed Shawn Keller as Real Estate Committee Chair, elected Steve Flaherty as Chairman, Mark Goodwin as Vice‑Chair, Shawn Keller as Treasurer, and Andrew White as Secretary. Mayor Heather Karr moved to confirm Sean Hughes as Executive Director, and the motion passed 8‑0. The board also approved a $120 increase to the State of the City line item (total $1,320) and a $1,800 budget line for board meeting luncheons, each with an 8‑0 vote. Minutes from the February 24 and March 24 meetings were approved unanimously.

• Appointed Shawn Keller as Real Estate Committee Chair (Y‑8 N‑0)
• Elected Steve Flaherty as Chairman (Y‑8 N‑0)
• Elected Mark Goodwin as Vice‑Chair (Y‑8 N‑0)
• Elected Shawn Keller as Treasurer (Y‑8 N‑0)
• Elected Andrew White as Secretary (Y‑8 N‑0)
• Confirmed Sean Hughes as Executive Director (Y‑8 N‑0)
• Approved $120 increase to State of the City line item (total $1,320) (Y‑8 N‑0)
• Approved $1,800 budget line for board meeting luncheons (Y‑8 N‑0)

Operations Committee

The Powell Operations Committee will hear a presentation on the city's leash laws and the role of the Delaware County Dog Warden, followed by a review and recommendation to expand the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) operating days and hours. The committee is also administering the oath of office for a new official, Amy Gestosani, and approving prior meeting minutes.

• Presentation on leash laws and dog warden role by Police Chief Ron Sallows and Delaware County Chief Dog Warden Mitchell Garrett
• Review of DORA operations with a recommendation to expand its days and hours
• Oath of office for Amy Gestosani
• Approval of March 17, 2026 Operations Committee minutes

The committee approved the minutes of the Operations Committee meeting held on March 17, 2026 with a vote of Y‑4 N‑0. The meeting also included a review of city leash laws and the new state Avery’s Law, but no formal actions or votes were taken on those topics. No other motions were adopted.

• Approved March 17, 2026 minutes (Y-4 N-0)

City Council

The council will consider a resolution authorizing a contract for the Lechler Building Addition Project. A first reading of an emergency ordinance modifying 2026 appropriations will be held. A discussion on a shared downtown parking policy is also scheduled. The agenda includes a new liquor license for Locker Soccer Academy and routine consent items.

• Resolution 2026-24 authorizes a contract with 2K General Company for the Lechler Building Addition Project
• Ordinance 2026-09 (first reading) modifies appropriations for 2026 and declares an emergency
• New D-1 liquor permit for Locker Soccer Academy LLC at 330 W. Case Street
• Shared downtown parking policy discussion with multiple attachments
• Proclamation recognizing Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The council approved Resolution 2026-24, authorizing the city manager to contract with 2K General Company for the Lechler Building addition. The council also approved Ordinance 2026-09 modifying the 2026 appropriations and declared an emergency, and adopted the consent agenda items. Minutes from the April 7 meeting were approved.

• Approved Resolution 2026-24 to contract with 2K General Company (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-09 modifying appropriations and declaring emergency (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including monthly report and liquor control notice (6-0)
• Approved minutes from the April 7, 2026 council meeting (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Powell Planning & Zoning Commission will consider an amended final development plan for Liberty Green, revising previously approved architectural elevations on the east side of Liberty Street south of Olentangy Street. The site is zoned Downtown Business District. The commission will also elect a chair and vice-chair and review its rules and regulations.

• Amendment to final development plan for Liberty Green (Case 2026-04AFDP) to revise architectural elevations
• Property located east of Liberty Street, south of Olentangy Street, zoned DB (Downtown Business District)
• Applicant: Kevin Koch, Corinthian Fine Homes
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the commission
• Overview of Planning and Zoning Commission rules and regulations

Development Committee

The Powell Development Committee will convene to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss updates regarding the Bennett Farm Path and a Downtown Parking Strategy. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 6:30 PM.

• Approval of minutes from March 3, 2026
• Bennett Farm Path update
• Downtown Parking Strategy update

The Development Committee approved the minutes from the March 3, 2026 meeting. The motion passed with two votes in favor and none against. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the agenda consisted of project updates and discussion.

• Approved March 3, 2026 minutes (2-0)

City Council

The Powell City Council will hold first readings on three ordinances that would abolish the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, create a new Tree Board, and establish regulations for public tree care. The consent agenda includes a liquor license application for Hawk's Board Room LLC. Resolutions authorize purchasing a mower and a pickup truck for the Public Service Department. The council also plans an executive session to discuss property purchase, legal matters, and economic development.

• First reading of Ordinance 2026-06 abolishing Chapter 153 (Parks and Recreation Advisory Board) and establishing Arbor Advisory Subcommittee
• First reading of Ordinance 2026-07 creating a Tree Board and Ordinance 2026-08 enacting tree care regulations
• Liquor license TREX application for Hawk's Board Room LLC at 50 W. Olentangy Street (D-1, D-2, D-3 permits)
• Resolution 2026-22 to purchase a 2025 Lazer Z X-Series 38 HP mower from Voss Brothers Power Equipment
• Resolution 2026-23 to purchase a 2026 Ford F-250 Super Cab 4x4 from Byers Automotive Fleet Services

The council approved three ordinances establishing a Tree Board, tree‑care regulations, and abolishing the old Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, each by a 5‑0 vote. Two resolutions to purchase a 38‑hp mower and a Ford F‑250 pickup for Public Services were also approved unanimously. All items passed without opposition.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-06 abolishing Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-07 establishing a Tree Board (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-08 enacting tree‑care regulations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-22 to purchase a 38‑hp mower (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-23 to purchase a Ford F‑250 pickup (5-0)

Powell Development Corporation

The Powell Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting with new business including the creation of a nominating committee, nomination of four committee-based directors, and scheduling future meetings. The treasurer and economic development administrator will each present their February monthly reports. The agenda is largely procedural with no major votes or financial decisions listed.

• Creation of a nominating committee
• Nomination of 4 committee-based directors
• Scheduling future meeting dates and times
• Treasurer's February monthly report (financial packet attached)
• Economic Development Administrator's February monthly report

The board entered an executive session on personnel matters and then returned to open session. It approved the appointment of Megan Canavan, Steve Flaherty, and Tim Wilson to three committee director positions. The board set the next meeting for April 28, 2026 at CoHatch and adjourned the meeting.

• Entered executive session for personnel (vote Y-5 N-0)
• Approved Megan Canavan as Downtown Powell Committee Director (vote Y-5 N-0)
• Approved Steve Flaherty as Entrepreneurship Committee Director (vote Y-5 N-0)
• Approved Tim Wilson as Convention and Visitors Committee Director (vote Y-5 N-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for April 28, 2026 at CoHatch
• Adjourned meeting (vote Y-5 N-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider Resolution 2026-21 accepting the Tax Incentive Review Council's annual findings on the Community Reinvestment Area, Enterprise Zone, and Tax Increment Financing programs. The agenda also includes a first reading of Ordinance 2026-05, an emergency measure modifying 2026 appropriations, and a resolution appointing members to the Powell Development Corporation. A presentation on the Village Green Master Plan update is scheduled, and the Council plans to enter executive session for property purchase, legal consultation, and economic development discussions.

• Village Green Master Plan Update presented by Sophia Lanza of Pizzuti Solutions
• Resolution 2026-20 appointing board members to the Powell Development Corporation
• Resolution 2026-21 accepting Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations on CRA, Enterprise Zone, and TIF programs
• Ordinance 2026-05 modifying appropriations for calendar year 2026 and declaring an emergency
• Executive session under ORC 121.22 for property purchase, attorney conference, and economic development assistance

The council adopted Resolution 2026-20 appointing board members to the Powell Development Corporation. It accepted the Tax Incentive Review Council's recommendations for the 2025 Community Reinvestment Area, Enterprise Zone, and Tax Increment Financing programs. Ordinance 2026-05 was approved, modifying 2026 appropriations with a $102,000 General Fund transfer to Capital and a $56,000 camera purchase. All actions passed with unanimous affirmative votes.

• Approved Resolution 2026-20 appointing Powell Development Corporation board members (Y-7 N-0 AB-0)
• Accepted Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations for 2025 programs (Y-7 N-O AB-O)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-05 modifying appropriations, including $102,000 transfer to Capital (Y-7 N-0 AB-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-05 after suspending rules (Y-7 N-0 AB-O)
• Approved minutes from March 3, 2026 meeting (Y-7 N-O AB-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (Y-7 N-0 AB-0)

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will administer the oath of office to Amy Gestosani and Matthew Harvey, approve minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting, and discuss requirements for the Tree City USA program.

• Oath of office for Amy Gestosani and Matthew Harvey
• Approval of minutes from February 17, 2026 Operations Committee meeting
• Discussion of Tree City USA requirements (presentation attached)

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the February 17, 2026 Operations Committee meeting. The motion passed unanimously with a vote of Y-4 N-0 AB-0. Later, the committee moved to adjourn, and that motion also passed unanimously with a vote of Y-4 N-0O AB-0.

• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (Y-4 N-0 AB-0)
• Adjourned meeting (Y-4 N-0O AB-0)

JOINT MEETING - Powell Planning & Zoning Commission and Powell City Council

The Powell Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council will hold a joint meeting. New commission members Greg Spires, Mitchell Blackford, and Shaun Greer will take their oath of office. The main agenda item is an overview of ongoing efforts to update the zoning code (Case 2025-12ADM). No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Oath of office for new Planning & Zoning Commission members Greg Spires, Mitchell Blackford, and Shaun Greer
• Overview of ongoing efforts to update the zoning code (Case 2025-12ADM)

JOINT MEETING - Powell Planning & Zoning Commission and Powell City Council

The Powell City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint meeting to administer the oath of office to three new Planning Commission members (Greg Spires, Mitchell Blackford, Shaun Greer) and receive an overview of ongoing efforts to update the zoning code under Case 2025-12ADM. No other business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Oath of office for new Planning & Zoning Commission members Greg Spires, Mitchell Blackford, and Shaun Greer
• Overview of ongoing efforts to update the Zoning Code (Case 2025-12ADM)

Finance Committee

The Powell (Ohio) Finance Committee will review monthly financial reports for December 2025 through February 2026, discuss Q1 2026 supplemental appropriations, and engage in revenue forecasting. The committee will also set an upcoming schedule for financial reporting, debt planning, and the 2027 budget. Approval of minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting is also on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the November 10, 2025 Finance Committee meeting
• Review of monthly financial reports for December 2025, January 2026, and February 2026
• Discussion and possible action on Q1 2026 supplemental appropriations
• Revenue forecasting discussion
• Upcoming schedule for financial reporting, debt planning, and 2027 budget preparation

The committee approved the minutes from the Finance Committee meeting held on November 10, 2025 by consensus. No other substantive actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the March 10, 2026 meeting.

• Approved November 2025 Finance Committee minutes (consensus)

Development Committee

The Powell Development Committee will hold a regular meeting including roll call, approval of minutes from December 2, 2025, and a discussion of the Bennett Farm Master Plan. No other substantive business is listed.

• Discussion of the Bennett Farm Master Plan (draft 2.0 dated 2026-02-27)

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the Development Committee meeting held on December 2, 2025. The motion passed with five votes in favor and none against. Other agenda items, including the Bennett Farm Master Plan and bike‑path update, were discussed but no formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved minutes from Dec 2 2025 (Y‑5 N‑0 AB‑0)

City Council

The Powell City Council will consider several items, including approval of the February 17 minutes and a consent agenda with a liquor license transfer and board appointments. A resolution will authorize the city manager to execute an addendum extending the retirement and reappointment agreement with the Chief of Police. The council will also take first‑reading votes on three ordinances covering the CoHatch commercial development, traffic offenses, and general offenses. Additional topics will be discussed in an executive session.

• Transfer of liquor license ownership to Mavi E&E Restaurant LLC, 230 West Olentangy Street
• Resolution appointing board, committee, and commission members
• Resolution authorizing addendum to the Chief of Police retirement and reappointment agreement
• Ordinance 2026-02: final acceptance of public improvements for CoHatch commercial development
• Ordinance 2026-03: amendments to multiple traffic offense sections of the city code

Tax Incentive Review Council

The Powell Tax Incentive Review Council will consider the 2025 CRA and EZ tax abatement reports and the 2025 TIF abatement reports. They will discuss residential CRA activity at 70 Case Avenue, note the absence of active EZ agreements, and review existing commercial/industrial CRA agreements for Downtown and Powell Northern areas. The council will also examine reports for several TIF districts, including Downtown, Sawmill Commercial, and Seldom Seen.

• Residential CRA report for 70 Case Avenue
• No active EZ agreements reported
• No active commercial/industrial CRA agreements for Downtown CRA and Powell Northern CRA
• TIF district reports: Downtown, Sawmill Commercial, Seldom Seen

Powell Development Corporation

The Powell Development Corporation will discuss updates to the Delaware Entrepreneurial Center, consider adjustments to its 2026 operational budget, and review a proposed amended and restated Code of Regulations. New business includes sponsorship opportunities for the State of the City and Powell Festival. Public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Delaware Entrepreneurial Center update from President vandenBerg and Ohio Wesleyan University
• PDC Budget Adjustments – 2026 Operational Budget proposal
• Amended and Restated Code of Regulations (final draft 2-20-26)
• Sponsorships for State of the City and Powell Festival

The board adopted the amended and restated Powell Development Corporation Code of Regulations effective March 1, 2026. It also increased the Powell Festival sponsorship to $25,000 and the State of the City sponsorship to $1,200, and approved payment for those amounts. The minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting were approved by consensus.

• Adopt amended Code of Regulations effective March 1, 2026 (Y-4 N-0 AB-0)
• Increase Powell Festival sponsorship to $25,000 (Y-4 N-0 AB-0)
• Increase State of the City sponsorship to $1,200 (Y-4 N-0 AB-0)
• Approve payment for the increased sponsorship amounts (Y-4 N-0 AB-0)
• Approve minutes from Jan 27, 2026 meeting by consensus

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will meet to review objectives and comparative data regarding electric aggregation. The session includes a review of the minutes from the January 20, 2026, meeting.

• Electric Aggregation Objectives

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda including monthly reports, a liquor license transfer to KDLC Ohio LLC at 24-26 Grace Drive, Resolution 2026-14 authorizing a retention bonus agreement with the city manager, and Resolution 2026-15 appointing board/committee members. Two separate resolutions authorize an agreement with CivicServe, Inc. (2026-16) and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Delaware-Morrow Mental Health and Recovery Services Board for crisis intervention referrals (2026-17). An executive session is scheduled for property purchase, attorney conference, and economic development discussions.

• Resolution 2026-14 authorizing a retention bonus agreement with the city manager
• Resolution 2026-15 appointing board, committee, and commission members
• Resolution 2026-16 authorizing an agreement with CivicServe, Inc.
• Resolution 2026-17 authorizing MOU for crisis intervention referrals with Delaware-Morrow Mental Health and Recovery Services Board
• Liquor license transfer from Powell Bar and Grill LLC to KDLC Ohio LLC at 24-26 Grace Drive

The council approved the minutes from recent meetings and the consent agenda items. It authorized a $5,250 purchase of CivicServe software and approved a memorandum of understanding with the Delaware‑Morrow Mental Health and Recovery Services Board for crisis‑intervention referrals. The council also moved into executive session to discuss property purchase, legal matters, and economic‑development assistance.

• Approved Jan 31 and Feb 3 meeting minutes (Y‑6)
• Approved consent agenda items including liquor‑control transfer, retention‑bonus agreement, and board appointments (Y‑6)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑16 to spend $5,250 for CivicServe software (Y‑6)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑17 MOU with Delaware‑Morrow Mental Health Board for crisis‑intervention referrals (Y‑6)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for property, legal, and economic‑development discussions (Y‑6)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Powell Planning & Zoning Commission will review an amendment to a final development plan for a fuel station on Sawmill Parkway to allow canopy signs. The body will also approve previous meeting minutes and discuss rental registration feedback.

• Review amendment for fuel station canopy signs on Sawmill Parkway
• Approval of January 14, 2026 P&Z minutes
• Approval of October 16, 2025 HDAC minutes
• Staff presentation on rental registration feedback

City Council - Special Meeting

The Powell City Council is holding a special meeting with the primary purpose of entering an executive session under Ohio law to discuss personnel matters related to appointments for boards and commissions. No other business is scheduled; the meeting will adjourn after the closed session.

• Executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(1) to consider appointments for boards and commissions

The council voted unanimously to enter an executive session to consider board and commission appointments. After returning to open session, the council voted to adjourn. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Entered executive session (vote 7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will meet to vote on resolutions regarding equipment replacement and personnel policy. The body will also hold an executive session to discuss personnel, legal disputes, and economic development assistance.

• Resolution 2026-12: Purchase of a bucket truck from Environmental Equipment to replace a 2013 Ford F-550
• Resolution 2026-13: Adoption of the updated City of Powell employee handbook

The council voted to approve Resolution 2026-12, authorizing the city manager to buy a bucket truck from Environmental Equipment. It also approved Resolution 2026-13, adopting an updated employee handbook. The minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting were approved, and the council entered executive session under Ohio Revised Code 121.22 (G). All votes were unanimous.

• Approved purchase of bucket truck (Resolution 2026-12) – vote Y-7 N-0 AB-0
• Approved updated employee handbook (Resolution 2026-13) – vote Y-7 N-0 AB-0
• Approved minutes from Jan 20, 2026 meeting – vote Y-7 N-0 AB-0
• Entered executive session per Ohio Rev Code 121.22 (G) – vote Y-7 N-0 AB-0

City Council - Work Session

The Powell City Council work session will review the 2024-2025 goals and accomplishments, discuss top priorities and projects for 2026, and then establish the final council goals and priorities for 2026-2027. The meeting includes a welcome by Mayor Heather Karr and City Manager Andrew White, and a review of a department achievements document. No other items or decisions are listed.

• Review of 2024-2025 goals, accomplishments, and 2026 top priorities
• Discussion on city council top priorities, projects, and goals
• Establishing final council goals/priorities for 2026-2027

The Powell City Council held a work session to review the 2024‑2025 goals, public‑safety updates, capital‑improvement projects, snow‑removal efforts, and staffing plans. Council members and staff discussed ongoing initiatives such as the pickleball courts, pool parking expansion, Bennett Farm path, and upcoming bridge analysis. No votes, approvals, denials, or tabling of measures were recorded in the minutes.

Powell Development Corporation

The meeting will approve minutes from the November 25, 2025 Powell Development Corporation meeting and receive reports from the president, treasurer, and economic development administrator. Old business includes PDC budget adjustments, a grant adjustment request for the Espresso 22/Huli Huli facade, and a board transition plan. New business items are a facade grant for Local Roots LLC and a professional services agreement with Visit Powell, which the council will discuss and may adopt.

• Approval of minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting
• PDC operational budget adjustments
• Espresso 22/Huli Huli facade grant adjustment request
• Local Roots LLC facade grant
• Visit Powell professional services agreement

The Powell Development Corporation approved the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting. The board approved the revised 2026 operational budget and reallocated $12,500 from a terminated Huli Huli façade grant to a new grant for Espresso 22. The request to terminate the Huli Huli façade grant was also approved, and the adoption of the new Code of Regulations was tabled until the February meeting.

• Approved November 25, 2025 minutes (vote Y-5 N-0 AB-0)
• Approved revised 2026 operational budget (vote Y-5 N-0 AB-0)
• Terminated Huli Huli façade grant request (vote Y-5 N-0 AB-0)
• Reallocated $12,500 from Huli Huli grant to new Espresso 22 façade grant (vote Y-5 N-0 AB-0)
• Tabled adoption of the Code of Regulations until February (vote Y-5 N-0 AB-0)

Operations Committee

The Powell Operations Committee will consider two policy items: a new street sign policy and updates to the employee handbook for 2026. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. No votes or financial amounts are listed; these are discussion items.

• Discussion of a new street sign policy
• Employee handbook updates for 2026
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2025 meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 Operations Committee meeting by consensus. The members discussed a new street‑sign policy and three sign options, but no vote or formal decision was taken. The discussion will continue with a possible consultant audit before any policy is recommended to City Council.

• Approved minutes from the November 18, 2025 Operations Committee meeting (consensus)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including accepting a final Facilities Master Plan as a guiding policy document for future capital and facility planning, purchasing three police cruisers, authorizing demolition of the city-owned structure at 44 North Liberty Street, and entering into agreements with Placer Labs Inc. and ESRI for data and mapping services. The consent agenda includes final acceptance of public improvements for Smith Farm at Carpenter’s Mill, Section 4 (Parts A and B), and authorization to dispose of unneeded municipally owned property via internet auction. The council also will go into executive session on personnel, legal matters, and economic development.

• Resolution 2026-11 accepting the final Facilities Master Plan as a guiding policy document
• Resolution 2026-09 authorizing purchase of three police cruisers
• Resolution 2026-10 authorizing demolition of city-owned structure at 44 North Liberty Street
• Resolution 2026-06 authorizing agreement with Placer Labs Inc. for data services
• Resolution 2026-07 authorizing renewal of ArcGIS services with ESRI Inc.

The council approved the minutes from the Jan. 6, 2026 meeting and the consent agenda, which included monthly reports and Ordinance 2026‑01. It also approved three resolutions: a $15,000 two‑year Placer Labs data‑analytics agreement, a three‑year renewal of ESRI ArcGIS services, and an increased contract with SSOE Group to update downtown design guidelines. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Jan 6, 2026 meeting minutes (Y‑6 N‑0 AB‑0)
• Approved consent agenda including monthly reports and Ordinance 2026‑01 (Y‑6 N‑0 AB‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑06 authorizing $15,000 two‑year agreement with Placer Labs (Y‑6 N‑0 AB‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑07 authorizing three‑year ESRI ArcGIS services renewal (Y‑6 N‑0 AB‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑08 authorizing increased services with SSOE Group for downtown design guidelines (Y‑6 N‑0 AB‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Powell Planning & Zoning Commission will review a sketch plan for a new commercial building at 120 East Olentangy Street, proposed to house up to six tenant spaces. The site is currently zoned Downtown Business District and Planned Commercial District and will require a rezoning. The project, known as Powell Gateway, will tie into the future Susan Lane extension. The applicant is Equity Development. No final decisions are made at this stage; the commission provides feedback.

• 2025-34SP – Sketch Plan for 120 East Olentangy Street – Powell Gateway: review of a new commercial building with up to six tenant spaces, requiring rezoning
• Proposal ties into the future Susan Lane extension connecting west to Grace Drive
• Applicant is Equity Development
• Hearing of visitors for items not on the agenda
• Approval of minutes from November 12, 2025 meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request for a commercial business located on the east side of Grace Drive South. The applicant seeks to place a joint identification sign 12 feet from the right-of-way instead of the required 25 feet.

• Variance request (2025-37V) for a joint identification sign at 60 Grace Drive South

City Council

The City Council will elect a mayor and vice mayor for a term ending in 2027 and authorize a fringe benefit pick-up plan for the city manager. The agenda also includes authorizing an agreement with the Delaware Prosecutor's Office and an executive session for personnel and economic development matters.

• Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor for 2027 term
• Authorization of OPERS fringe benefit pick-up plan for city manager
• Agreement with Delaware Prosecutor's Office
• Executive session for personnel and economic development
• Approval of December 2, 2025, council minutes