Hudson public meetings in 2023

Hudson Board of Education 2023-12-18 7:00 PM

The agenda includes reviews of financial reports, personnel actions, and community donations. Proposed items include adjusting pay rates for staff earning less than $10.45 per hour and authorizing the advance of local taxes.

• Pay rate adjustment for employees earning less than Ohio minimum wage ($10.45/hr)
• $15,000 donation from Acme Fresh Market for Portrait of an Explorer
• Purchase orders for BSN Sports, Inc. ($3,448.30) and CDW Government, Inc. ($5,415.00)
• $9,222 membership renewal for the Ohio Coalition for Equity and Adequacy of School Funding
• Resolution authorizing the advance of local taxes for the 2023 tax year

Comprehensive Plan Communications Subcommittee on 12-15-23 at 11:00 AM

The Comprehensive Plan Communications Subcommittee met to discuss promotional efforts for upcoming workshops. The group also reviewed updates regarding the Let’s Talk Hudson initiative.

• Workshop promotion efforts discussion
• Let’s Talk Hudson updates discussion

The Communications Subcommittee coordinated promotion efforts for an upcoming event at the high school media center. The group decided to rename the event an open house and expand its hours to 6-9 PM.

• Renamed event from workshop to open house
• Expanded event hours to 6-9 PM
• Revised yard sign language and placement
• Scheduled Community Open House for January 31 at the high school media center

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 12-13-23 6:00 PM

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee is meeting to discuss the draft future land use map prepared by OHM and to review the plan's goals and objectives. The committee will also confirm focus area concepts to be presented at a public workshop on January 31 at Hudson High School. No final decisions or votes are scheduled; items are discussion and review only.

• Review of draft Future Land Use Map prepared by OHM (dated 11.29.23), with staff comments and possible changes
• Review of Goals & Objectives Report (11.29.23) for final comment before public presentation
• Confirmation of focus area concepts and maps for the next public workshop
• Community workshop scheduled for January 31 at Hudson High School media center
• Subcommittee(s) to meet on workshop setup and event promotion

The Steering Committee reviewed the draft future land use map and requested staff work with OHM to better align it with current zoning, incorporating discussed changes such as separating parks from open space. They also began detailed text revisions to the Goals and Objectives report, covering Goal 1 and most of Goal 2, but did not finish due to time. No formal votes were taken; actions were directives for staff.

• Requested staff align future land use map with zoning and incorporate discussed changes
• Suggested parks be a separate category or overlay in open space on the land use map
• Reviewed Goals and Objectives, revising Goal 1 and most of Goal 2
• Approved minutes as submitted

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-12-13 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing multiple property alterations, including demolitions at 1221 Barlow Road and 6598 Stone Road. The agenda also includes new construction for a clubhouse at 1101 Barlow Road and various accessory structures.

• Demolition of a 1,200sqft barn at 1221 Barlow Road
• New clubhouse construction at 1101 Barlow Road (Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course)
• Demolition of a single-family dwelling and detached garage at 6598 Stone Road
• Construction of a 1,156sqft detached garage and art studio at 30 John Clark Lane
• Construction of a 768sqft pole barn at 730 Terex Road

Planning Commission on 2023-12-11 7:30 PM

The Hudson Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four development and zoning matters. Staff will review requests for a bank with a drive-through, two new homes sharing a driveway, and a golf club clubhouse. Commissioners will also consider text amendments that would update city code regulations for specific retail businesses and temporary construction sites, which could change how these properties are used or regulated in Hudson.

• Conditional use request for a bank with drive-through at 69 W. Streetsboro Street
• Public hearing on a shared driveway for two proposed homes off Kilbourne Drive
• Site plan and conditional use review for an Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club clubhouse
• Text amendment (Ordinance 23-154) updating zoning rules for pawn shops, vape stores, tattoo parlors, and marijuana dispensaries
• Text amendment (Ordinance 23-155) regulating temporary contractor offices and construction sites

The Commission approved conditional use requests for a bank at 69 W. Streetsboro Street and a clubhouse for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club. It also recommended two text amendments to City Council regarding business regulations and temporary construction sites.

• Approved Conditional Use for Citizen Bank at 69 W. Streetsboro Street (5-0)
• Approved shared driveway for two homes at Kilbourne Drive (4-1)
• Approved clubhouse for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club (4-1)
• Recommended approval of text amendment for pawn, vape, tattoo, and marijuana shops with modifications (3-2)
• Recommended approval of text amendment for temporary contractor offices and construction sites (5-0)
• Approved October 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved November 13, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-12-4 at 7:30 PM

The Environmental Awareness Committee meets to discuss environmental education coordination with staff, continue developing a Green Certification Registry, and review proposed 2024 goals. The committee will also hear updates on holiday lights recycling and a brush pickup and mulch program. This is a Council-appointed volunteer advisory board that makes recommendations to the City; it does not pass ordinances or binding legislation.

• Communications Manager Jody Roberts to discuss coordinating EAC environmental education efforts with staff
• Continued discussion of a Green Certification Registry, including vetting certification options, workshops, and web/media promotion (draft application summary attached)
• Review of 2023 EAC goals status and a draft of proposed 2024 goals
• Old business: Holiday Lights Recycling
• New business: Brush Pickup & Mulch Program

The Environmental Awareness Committee approved a motion to ask City Council to consider adding the transport of holiday lights to City staff tasks, given increased participation in the recycling program. The committee also discussed communications strategies, green certification registry partnerships, and proposed 2024 goals, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved motion to ask Council to consider adding holiday lights transport to City staff tasks (7-0)

Military and Veterans' Commission on 11-1-23 at 7:30 PM

The Commission will discuss the Veteran's Day Ceremony and a communications plan. Members will also review commission goals to be presented to City Council and approve the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Veteran's Day Ceremony discussion
• Presentation of Commission Goals to Council
• Approval of 2024 Meeting Calendar

The Military and Veterans Commission approved the October 4, 2023 meeting minutes and the 2024 meeting calendar, with no meetings in January, July, and August. They reviewed Veterans Day ceremony logistics for November 11, 2023, and discussed a draft report to Council for January 24. No substantive policy decisions were made; actions were procedural or planning-related.

• Approved October 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Reviewed Veterans Day ceremony logistics for November 11, 2023
• Scheduled Communications Manager Q&A for December meeting
• Volunteered to draft report to Council for January 24 presentation

Park Board Meeting 11/27/2023

The Hudson Park Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear from the golf clubhouse architect and finance director, and receive reports from staff and council. Old business includes vending machines at Hudson Springs Park, the 2024-2028 financial plan, a grant application for an inclusive playground, and parking estimates for Barlow Farm Park and Hudson Springs Park. The board will also set its 2024 meeting schedule.

• Vending machines at Hudson Springs Park
• 2024-2028 Financial Plan
• Grant application for inclusive playground
• Parking estimates for Barlow Farm Park and Hudson Springs Park
• 2024 meeting schedule

The Park Board approved the 9-18-2023 meeting minutes, voted to move forward with the Ellsworth Meadows clubhouse project, and approved a modified 2024 meeting schedule. The board also noted the resignation of board member Brett Shriver, and heard reports on grants, facility updates, and upcoming conservation plans.

• Approved minutes from the 9-18-2023 meeting
• Moved forward with the Ellsworth Meadows clubhouse project (all in favor)
• Approved 2024 meeting schedule with specific date exceptions

Hudson Board of Education 2023-11-20 7:00 PM

The Board of Education is reviewing a five-year financial forecast and various fund transfers. The meeting includes discussions on student commendations, several staff retirements, and multiple personnel employment actions.

• Appropriation increase of $2,329,250.00 for Six District Educational Compact construction
• Transfer of $750,000.00 from Permanent Improvement Fund to HS HVAC Project
• Transfer of $719,000.00 to Debt Service Fund for HS HVAC debt payments
• Transfer of $1,298,000.00 for COPS 2004 debt payments
• Transfer of $100,000.00 to Athletic Complex via Building Fund

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals on 2023-11-16 7:30 PM

The Board will consider a request from Quinn Miller regarding variances for two residential lots at the end of Kilbourne Drive. The proposal includes reducing required street frontage and allowing a shared driveway with zero setback.

• Variance to reduce lot frontage from 60 feet to 25 feet per lot
• Variance to allow a zero-foot driveway setback for a shared driveway
• Public hearing for property parcel #3009982 in District 3

The Board approved variances allowing two single-family lots at the end of Kilbourne Drive to have 25-foot frontages and a shared driveway with zero setback. The board voted 5-0 to grant the requests, finding the design less impactful than a cul-de-sac alternative. The board also approved the 2024 meeting schedule and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved variances for two lots on Kilbourne Drive (5-0)
• Approved 2024 BZBA meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved October 5, 2023 minutes as amended (4-1)

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 11-15-23 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee will review OHM's recommendations for the Downtown Focus Area to select options for a public open house. Members will also consider a draft future land use map and review a draft memo intended for City Council.

• OHM presentation of Downtown Focus Area recommendations
• Review of Downtown Focus Area Concept Maps
• Review of City Costs at Downtown Acreage memo
• Consideration of a draft future land use map
• Review of draft Steering Committee Memo to City Council

The Steering Committee voted to present Option C for the downtown focus area to the public without labeled percentages, after a prior motion to present it with percentages failed. A motion to exclude residential properties from the downtown focus area failed, and a motion to prioritize public/semi-public space was withdrawn. The committee also unanimously accepted an attendance policy and 2024 meeting schedule.

• Approved presenting Option C to public without percentages (14-1)
• Motion to present Option C with percentages failed (6-6)
• Motion to exclude residential properties from downtown focus area failed (6-9)
• Motion to prioritize public/semi-public space withdrawn
• Accepted attendance policy and 2024 schedule unanimously

Planning Commission on 2023-11-13 7:30 PM

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several land use requests. These include a bank conversion on West Streetsboro Street, an automotive and storage addition on Georgetown Road, and a 13-lot subdivision at Pine Ridge.

• Conditional Use request to convert building to a bank with drive through at 69 W. Streetsboro Street
• Conditional Use and Site Plan request for vehicle self-storage and automotive repair at 1931 Georgetown Road
• Preliminary Subdivision request for Pine Ridge, a 13-lot single-family subdivision
• Second reading of updates to the Planning Commission’s Administrative Rules regarding Conflict of Interest

The Commission approved a preliminary subdivision plan for Pine Ridge with nine specific conditions. Requests to convert a building to a bank and a three-phase addition for automotive services were continued to the December meeting for further study.

• Approved Pine Ridge 13-lot single-family subdivision (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Commission Meeting Schedule (6-0)
• Approved updates to Administrative Rules regarding Conflict of Interest (5-1)
• Continued bank conversion request at 69 W. Streetsboro Street to December meeting
• Continued automotive addition request at 1931 Georgetown Road to December meeting
• Deferred vote on October 9, 2023 meeting minutes to December meeting

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-11-08 7:30 PM

The board is reviewing applications for signage, window alterations, and building additions within the Historic District. An informal review of a new clubhouse proposal for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course is also scheduled.

• New clubhouse construction at 1101 Barlow Road
• Sign application for Revival at 200 N Main Street
• Alterations and additions at 37 E. Main Street
• Sunroom addition at 362 Londonairy Circle
• Window alterations at 29 Division Street

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved four applications for signage and residential alterations. One application for a home addition was deferred pending a site visit, and a clubhouse project underwent informal review.

• Approved sign for Awaken Bake at 85 South Main Street (6-0)
• Approved window alterations at 29 Division Street (6-0)
• Approved sign for Revival at 200 N Main Street as amended with raised lettering (6-0)
• Approved sign for Favorite Sister at 150 N. Main as amended to have a matte finish (6-0)
• Deferred decision on alterations and addition at 37 E. Main Street for a site visit
• Approved sunroom addition at 362 Londonairy Circle as amended with wrapped columns and landscaping (6-0)
• Approved October 25, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-11-6 at 7:30 PM

The Environmental Awareness Committee will discuss updates to the proposed Job Creation Tax Credit (JCTC) regarding sustainable projects. Members will also review a draft Green Certification Registry and establish committee goals for 2024.

• Discussion of Job Creation Tax Credit (JCTC) updates
• Review of Green Certification Registry application summary
• Establishment of 2024 EAC goals
• Discussion of holiday lights recycling

The Environmental Awareness Committee approved its meeting minutes as revised and discussed several draft items, including the JCTC Eligible Sustainable Projects list, a Green Certification Registry application summary, and 2024 goals. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items; the committee plans to continue goal discussions on December 4. The committee also set the holiday lights recycling program to run November 20–January 20.

• Approved meeting minutes as revised (title corrected from 'Agenda' to 'Minutes')
• Discussed JCTC Eligible Sustainable Projects draft, no formal action
• Discussed Green Certification Registry application summary, no formal action
• Discussed 2024 goals, further discussion set for December 4
• Set holiday lights recycling program to run November 20–January 20
• Scheduled 2024 meetings on first Monday or Thursday when Monday is a holiday

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 11-1-23 at 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee will review summaries comparing general and statistically valid community survey results. Members will also discuss revised goals and objectives drafted by OHM and recap discussions regarding downtown acreage.

• Review of ETC Survey Results and Cross Tabular analysis
• Discussion of OHM Goals & Objectives V2 with staff recommendations
• Recap of downtown discussion including memo on City Costs at Downtown Acreage

The Steering Committee discussed and agreed to revisions to the Goals & Objectives drafted by OHM, adding emphasis on bike and pedestrian safety, traffic calming, and a separate environmental goals section. They also reviewed survey results and tabled a downtown discussion for the next meeting. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by general agreement.

• Agreed to add bike and pedestrian safety emphasis and traffic calming objectives to mobility goals
• Agreed to create a separate environmental goals section distinct from parks and open space
• Agreed to consider broadband expansion in public spaces and residential areas
• Agreed to consider expanding the vision statement into an executive summary with key community values
• Tabled downtown discussion recap for November 8 meeting
• Approved minutes as submitted

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals on 2023-10-26 7:30 PM - Special Meeting

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of a Planning Commission decision. The case involves a conditional use request for a golf cart storage barn at the Hudson Country Club.

• Public hearing for appeal BZBA 23-952 (golf cart storage barn)
• Appeal filed by Tim and Marlene Emery and Christopher and Colleen Beegle

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals affirmed the Planning Commission's decision to approve a conditional use request for a golf cart storage barn. The Board added a new 200-foot minimum setback requirement from adjacent property lines to address homeowner concerns.

• Affirmed Planning Commission approval of golf cart storage barn for Hudson Country Club (3-0)
• Added condition requiring minimum 200 ft setback from any adjacent property line
• Incorporated 10 existing Planning Commission conditions regarding lighting, landscaping, and stormwater management

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-10-25 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing several property applications including historic district alterations, new construction, and building additions. The board will consider projects involving demolition, window replacements, and structural expansions across multiple locations in Hudson.

• Pavilion & Pergola Extension at 59 Great Oak Drive
• Demo, Alteration & Re-build at 201 N. Main Street
• Ellsworth Hall Dining Expansion at 20 E. Prospect Street
• Barn demolition at 1221 Barlow Road
• Detached garage/pool house addition at 167 Hudson Street

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several additions and alterations, including a dining expansion for Western Reserve Academy. The Board continued the demolition request for a barn at 1221 Barlow Road to allow for a site visit and project modifications.

• Approved pavilion and pergola extension at 59 Great Oak Drive (4-0)
• Approved demo, alteration, and rebuild at 201 N. Main Street with specific material conditions (4-0)
• Approved Ellsworth Hall dining expansion at 20 E. Prospect Street with design conditions (4-0)
• Continued demolition application for barn at 1221 Barlow Road for site visit and staff discussion (4-0)
• Approved detached garage, pool house, and outdoor kitchen at 167 Hudson Street (4-0)
• Continued window alteration application at 29 Division Street (4-0)
• Approved 760sqft addition at 7238 Valley View Road with matching brick foundation (4-0)
• Approved 200sqft addition at 58 Owen Brown Street with three columns (4-0)

Hudson Board of Education 2023-10-23 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education met to approve financial reports, personnel changes, and various community grants. The board also approved a 15% increase in medical insurance rates for 2024. Additionally, the meeting included updates on educational focus areas and the addition of a new extracurricular club.

• Approval of a 15% medical insurance rate increase for 2024
• Acceptance of grants including $12,649 from the Ohio School Plan
• Approval of purchase orders for journalism and legal services
• Addition of F=ma Club as an extracurricular program
• Commendation of National Merit Scholars, Class of 2024

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals on 2023-10-19 7:30 PM

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two items. The board will consider a request to increase the size of an accessory structure at 2078 Ravenna St and an appeal regarding a previously approved golf cart storage barn for Hudson Country Club.

• Variance request for a 542 square foot increase to an accessory structure at 2078 Ravenna St
• Appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of a golf cart storage barn for Hudson Country Club

The Board approved a variance for a larger-than-permitted accessory structure at 2078 Ravenna St. An appeal regarding a golf cart storage barn for the Hudson Country Club was continued to a later date.

• Approved variance for 1,742 sq ft accessory structure at 2078 Ravenna St. (4-0)
• Continued appeal of Hudson Country Club golf cart storage barn to October 26, 2023 (3-0)

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 10-18-23 at 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee will review summaries from focus group calls presented by OHM. Members will also discuss revised concept maps for the downtown focus area and how to incorporate public correspondence into the Comprehensive Plan.

• Review of OHM focus group call summaries
• Discussion of revised downtown focus area concept maps
• Discussion on incorporating public emails, letters, and website comments

The Steering Committee approved a motion to have staff ask Josh Jones to formally step down due to quorum issues, with the chair delivering the request. The committee also moved its November 1 meeting to evening hours and directed staff to organize a Youth focus group. No other formal decisions were made; discussion items were informational.

• Approved motion to ask Josh Jones to step down (11-0)
• Moved November 1 meeting from daytime to evening
• Directed staff to organize and facilitate Youth focus group

Economic Growth Board

The board will discuss formalizing meeting procedures using Robert's Rules of Order and address leadership succession. Members will also discuss strategies for business outreach and building a contact list of local businesses.

• Formalizing Board Meetings via Robert's Rules
• Board Member Service & Extensions (June 2023)
• Leadership Succession planning
• Business & Business Development Entity Outreach
• Establishment of Business Development Online Resources

Economic Growth Board

The board will discuss the Hudson Business Appreciation Breakfast and review business visit cards, surveys, and a landing page. Members will also appoint a new Chair and Vice Chair and discuss the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Discussion of Hudson Business Appreciation Breakfast
• Review of business visit cards, surveys, landing page, and playbook
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of 2024 meeting schedule
• City of Hudson Economic Development updates

Economic Growth Board

The board will review the outcomes of the recent summer job fair. The meeting also includes a presentation to City Council and economic development updates from Katie Behnke.

• Summer Job Fair debrief: 24 businesses registered and over 150 students attended
• Presentation to City Council regarding June 2023
• Economic development updates from Katie Behnke

Military and Veterans' Commission on 2023-10-4 at 7:30 pm

The Military and Veterans Commission will discuss preparations for Veteran's Day, including banners, signs, and the ceremony. The commission will also discuss its meeting process.

• Veteran's Day banners
• Veteran's Day signs
• Veteran's Day ceremony
• Discussion of meeting process

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-10-11 7:30 PM

The Board will review several applications for structural changes, repairs, and signage. Key discussions include foundation replacement at 201 N. Main Street and a porch expansion at 147 Elm Street.

• Alteration and demolition at 201 N. Main Street
• Sign design update for 116 W. Streetsboro Street
• Roof overhang and gutter board repairs at 73 Division Street
• Siding replacement review at 7290 E. Firelands Drive
• 384 sq ft rear porch expansion at 147 Elm Street

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved a sign for 116 W. Streetsboro Street and alterations at 73 Division Street and 147 Elm Street. Applications for 201 N. Main Street and 7290 E. Firelands Drive were continued to future meetings.

• Approved sign application for 116 W. Streetsboro Street (5-0)
• Continued application for 201 N. Main Street pending site visit and consultant meeting (5-0)
• Approved alterations at 73 Division Street with condition that gutters be replaced like-for-like (5-0)
• Continued application for 7290 E. Firelands Drive to a future meeting
• Approved rear porch expansion at 147 Elm Street (5-0)
• Approved September 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Economic Growth Board

The board is reviewing updates for the Summer Job Fair, including business registration and advertising progress. The agenda also includes a planned presentation to City Council in June 2023 and general economic development updates.

• Summer Job Fair registration status (13 businesses registered)
• Approval of postcards for printing at Splott
• Permit application for sign on Green at 91/303 Intersection
• Planned presentation to City Council in June 2023

Economic Growth Board

The board will review the Hudson Business Appreciation Breakfast and consider approval of business visit cards, surveys, a landing page, and a playbook. Members will also prepare a presentation of 2024 goals for City Council.

• Post Event Review of the Hudson Business Appreciation Breakfast
• Review and Approval of Business Visit Cards, Surveys, Landing Page, and Playbook
• Presentation of 2024 Goals to City Council

The Hudson Economic Growth Board approved the minutes and discussed the post-event review of the Business Appreciation Breakfast. The board reviewed and approved draft business visit cards, surveys, landing page, and playbook materials, with staff directed to make requested changes and order printed cards. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters; the meeting was largely procedural and discussion-focused.

• Approved meeting minutes as submitted (5-0)
• Approved draft business visit cards, surveys, landing page, and playbook with requested changes
• Directed staff to add business database update language to the Playbook
• Agreed board members will log touchpoints and submit them one week before each meeting
• Scheduled 2024 goals presentation to City Council for February 27, 2024
• Noted upcoming ribbon cutting for Peace, Love, and Little Donuts on November 17
• Noted launch party for Favorite Sister on November 21
• Arranged staff coverage for January 25, 2024 meeting during maternity leave

Economic Growth Board

The Economic Growth Board will meet to discuss the Hudson Business Appreciation Breakfast and receive economic development updates. The agenda also includes announcements regarding board application deadlines and the recording of future meetings.

• Discussion of Hudson Business Appreciation Breakfast
• Economic Growth Board application deadline announcement
• Discussion regarding recording of future meetings
• City of Hudson Economic Development updates

Hudson Board of Education 2023-10-09 7:00 PM

The Board of Education is reviewing a variety of personnel changes, including retirements, resignations, and new employment contracts. The meeting also includes discussions on a levy update and the declaration of impracticality for certain student transportation services.

• Levy Update presented by Superintendent Dana Addis
• Purchase order for All American Sports/Riddell for $9,888.67
• Retirement of Jeanette Ef. Wade
• Resolution declaring student transportation impractical for the 2023-2024 school year
• Approval of extracurricular travel programs to Florida, Washington D.C., and Austria

Planning Commission on 2023-10-09 7:30 PM

The commission will consider a request for a 7,539 sq. ft. addition to Ellsworth Hall at Western Reserve Academy. It will also conduct a compatibility review for the 34-lot Canterbury Crossing single-family subdivision. Additionally, updates to administrative rules regarding conflict of interest text are scheduled for review.

• 7,539 sq. ft. addition to Ellsworth Hall at Western Reserve Academy
• Compatibility review for Canterbury Crossing, a 34-lot single-family subdivision
• Updates to Planning Commission Administrative Rules regarding conflict of interest text

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use and site plan for a 7,539 sq. ft. addition to Ellsworth Hall with five specific conditions. The commission also conducted a compatibility review for the proposed Canterbury Crossing subdivision, though no formal motion was made on that item.

• Approved 7,539 sq. ft. addition to Ellsworth Hall (6-0)
• Approved September 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals on 2023-10-05 7:30 PM

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding two variance requests. These include a request to create a new lot with 50 feet of frontage instead of the required 60 feet, and a request to expand a driveway by reducing its setback to zero feet.

• Variance request for 50 feet of lot frontage at parcel # 3009982
• Variance request for a zero-foot driveway setback at 1768 E. Sapphire Drive

The Hudson Board of Zoning & Building Appeals voted to deny a 3-foot driveway setback variance for 1768 E. Sapphire Drive after considering public comments regarding property encroachment and unpermitted construction. The board also voted to continue a variance request for two single-family house lots at the terminus of Kilbourne Drive to allow the applicant to revise the application.

• Continued variance request for two single-family house lots at Kilbourne Drive (4-0)
• Denied 3-foot driveway setback variance at 1768 E. Sapphire Drive (4-0)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 10-4-23 at 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee will review the history of the downtown focus area. Members will discuss specific locations including downtown, YDC, 91 Corridor, and Darrowville/Southern Gateway.

• Review of downtown focus area history
• Discussion of YDC focus area
• Discussion of 91 Corridor focus area
• Discussion of Darrowville/Southern Gateway focus area

The Steering Committee reviewed downtown focus area history and discussed potential uses, including a community center, pool, and playground. No formal decisions were made; members agreed to meet for a 3-hour session on 10/18 and declined a presence at the 10/7 farmers market.

• Approved minutes as submitted
• Agreed to meet for 3-hour session on 10/18
• Declined presence at 10/7 farmers market

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-10-2 at 7:30 PM

The Environmental Awareness Committee will discuss suggestions for tax incentive language regarding sustainable building grants. Members will also review an analysis of waste hauler data and discuss recycling education strategies.

• Discussion of tax incentive language for sustainable building improvements
• Presentation of waste hauler data analysis
• Discussion of HPP solar policy and billing
• Review of old business including water refill stations and cigarette butt collection
• Rain Barrel Workshop scheduled for October 12

The Environmental Awareness Committee approved sending recommendations to City Council to improve the HPP solar interconnection policy, with a memo and introduction letter. The committee also formally named its green certification program the Green Certification Registry. Other items were discussed but not decided, including tax incentive language for sustainable building improvements and recycling education.

• Approved submitting HPP solar policy recommendations to City Council (6-0)
• Approved naming the program Green Certification Registry (6-0)
• Approved September 7 minutes as submitted
• Tabled recycling education and communication to November agenda

Hudson Board of Education 2023-09-28 7:00 PM

The Board of Education met to discuss the Local Report Card and various personnel actions. The meeting included discussions on several policy first readings and proposed easement agreements with the City of Hudson.

• Purchase orders totaling $37,958.74
• Gifts/grants including $3,000 from Hudson LAX Association
• Access Easement Agreement for Hudson Middle School East Campus
• Electrical Easement Agreement for Central Campus
• Extracurricular Travel Study: Gannon University Model United Nations

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 9-27-23 at 11:00 AM

The committee will review public correspondence and refine proposed land uses for specific areas. Discussion will focus on the YDC and the Darrow Road commercial corridor.

• Review of public correspondence and community organization memos
• Refinement of proposed uses for YDC
• Refinement of proposed uses for Darrow Road commercial corridor
• Recap of previous downtown discussion
• Staff updates on focus groups and community workshops

The Steering Committee unanimously approved a revised schedule for a community workshop. Members discussed potential land uses for the YDC site and the 91/Darrow Road corridor, noting general agreement that YDC is better suited for conservation than its current light industrial zoning. The committee decided to meet again on October 4 to continue refining focus areas.

• Approved revised community workshop schedule (unanimous)
• Agreed YDC is better suited for conservation than current light industrial zoning
• Agreed Darrowville preferred for mixed-use commercial/residential development
• Decided to meet October 4 to continue focus area discussions

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-09-27 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing several property applications including a building demolition and various residential additions. The board will also consider requests for accessory structures such as a pavilion and an agricultural barn.

• Demolition of the 14,976 square foot former Windstream Building at 94 Owen Brown Street
• Construction of a 2,400 square foot agricultural pole barn at 5928 Stow Road
• Garage expansion at 7322 Arborwood Drive
• Addition of an 825 square foot in-law suite at 272 W. Streetsboro Street
• Accessory structure pavilion at 1812 Haymarket Way

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved multiple applications for residential additions and accessory structures. The Board also determined that a former commercial building lacks historical significance, allowing for its demolition.

• Approved 384 sq ft pavilion at 1812 Haymarket Way (5-0)
• Approved 352 sq ft garage expansion at 7322 Arborwood Drive (5-0)
• Determined former Windstream Building at 94 Owen Brown Street has no historical significance (5-0)
• Approved barn accessory structure at 5928 Stow Road (5-0)
• Approved 612 sq ft bed and bath addition at 5840 Nicholson Drive with conditions (5-0)
• Approved 825 sq ft in-law suite and porch at 272 W. Streetsboro Street with conditions (5-0)
• Approved September 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-09-13 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is considering several applications for property modifications, including a golf cart storage barn and residential additions. The board will also revisit previously tabled items regarding an awning at Brew Kettle and a covered patio on Mannheim Court.

• Golf cart storage barn proposal at 2155 Middleton Road
• Rear sunroom addition at 160 Parmalee Drive
• Awning replacement for Brew Kettle at 11 Atterbury Boulevard
• Signage application for AR Workshop at 116 W. Streetsboro Street
• Consent applications for fences and signs in the Historic District

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review denied an awning application for the Brew Kettle and approved multiple residential fences, additions, and a golf cart storage barn. One sign application for AR Workshop was tabled at the applicant's request.

• Approved wood fences at 31 Church St and 165 Elm St (6-0)
• Approved ground sign at 410 N Main St (6-0)
• Approved office addition at 5790 Hudson Dr (6-0)
• Denied awning at 11 Atterbury Blvd (4-2)
• Approved covered patio at 7679 N Mannheim Ct with material restriction (6-0)
• Approved golf cart storage barn at 2155 Middleton Rd with window condition (6-0)
• Approved rear sunroom at 160 Parmalee Dr with gable roof condition (6-0)
• Approved rear porch addition at 2376 Ebury Ln (6-0)

Park Board Meeting 09/18/20023

The Hudson Park Board will hold its regular meeting to approve the August 21, 2023 minutes, hear reports from directors and council, and discuss ongoing projects including vending machines at Hudson Springs Park and the 2024/5-year budget. Committee reports on tennis/pickleball, dog parks, ball fields, golf course, inclusivity, and conservation will also be presented.

• Approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of vending machines at Hudson Springs Park
• Review of 2024/5-year budget

The Hudson Park Board approved sending a letter to City Council to move a trail project to the city budget, freeing park funds for unfunded projects. The board also recommended Middleton Park as the future home of the inclusive playground and approved moving forward with a grant for its infrastructure. The budget was accepted with small changes, and the August 21 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved minutes from 8-21-2023 meeting
• Approved sending letter to City Council to move trail project to city budget (all in favor)
• Accepted budget with small changes (all in favor)
• Recommended Middleton Park as future home of inclusive playground (all in favor)
• Approved moving forward with grant for inclusive playground infrastructure (all in favor)

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 9-13-23 at 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee will discuss revisions to the comprehensive plan's focus areas and goals. OHM will also present a first draft of the future land use map based on public and committee feedback.

• Review of focus area revisions from the 8/31 workshop
• Discussion of revised goals and objectives
• Presentation of the first draft Future Land Use Map

The committee elected Rebecca Leiter as Chair and Jessie Obert as Vice Chair, both by unanimous 13-0 votes. Members discussed focus areas for the comprehensive plan, expressing concerns that proposals resemble past unsuccessful plans and debating downtown development options. The committee canceled its September 20 meeting and will consider a 3-hour workshop on September 27.

• Elected Rebecca Leiter as Chair (13-0)
• Elected Jessie Obert as Vice Chair (13-0)
• Approved minutes as submitted
• Canceled September 20 meeting; staff to explore September 27 workshop

Planning Commission on 2023-09-11 7:30 PM

The Planning Commission will consider a text amendment regarding density changes between proposed projects and existing neighborhoods. The body will also discuss conflict of interest language within the Administrative Rules.

• Text amendment request for Chapters 1205 and 1206 of the Land Development Code
• Discussion of conflict of interest text within the Administrative Rules

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a text amendment to Chapters 1205 and 1206 of the Land Development Code regarding density changes between projects and adjacent neighborhoods. The recommendation included three specific guidelines for City Council regarding accessory dwelling units, open space boundaries, and administration. The Commission also discussed refining conflict-of-interest language in its Administrative Rules.

• Approved August 28, 2023 meeting minutes with edits (6-0)
• Recommended approval of text amendment to Chapters 1205 and 1206 of the Land Development Code
• Recommended Council research accessory dwelling unit regulations to prevent excessive development
• Recommended applying 100-foot development boundary to the outer perimeter of Open Space Conservation Subdivisions
• Recommended providing guidance on comparing abutting portions of adjacent neighborhoods rather than a single average
• Requested inclusion of 'as defined in the Ohio Revised Code, chapter 102' in Administrative Rules conflict-of-interest text

Hudson Board of Education 2023-09-11 7:00 PM

The Board reviewed facilities updates, levy previews, and IDEA funds. Key actions included approving salary increases for top administrators and authorizing service agreements for non-public schools. The meeting also addressed new student clubs and personnel changes.

• 3.5% salary increase for Superintendent Dana Addis and Treasurer Phillip Butto
• Approval of auxiliary services funds for PSI Seton Catholic, including $81,600 for a Registered Nurse
• Addition of Creative Writing, Computer Science, and Pickleball clubs
• $1,500 donation to the High School Environmental Awareness Club
• Approval of extracurricular travel study to Montreal and Quebec City

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-9-7 at 7:30 PM

The committee will discuss microplastics, recycling by waste haulers, and environmental grants. Members will also review old business regarding HPP solar policy and rain barrel workshops.

• Microplastics presentation
• Recycling by waste haulers discussion
• Environmental grants discussion
• HPP solar policy and billing review
• Green Certification Council Workshop

The Environmental Awareness Committee approved a motion to ask staff to partner with Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners (TCWP) to reconsider recycling cigarette butts by sending them to TCWP for free recycling. The committee also approved forming two working groups to improve communication strategies and content. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational discussions.

• Approved motion to partner with TCWP to reconsider cigarette butt recycling (6-0)
• Approved motion to assign two EAC working groups for communication delivery and content (6-0)

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 9-6-23 at 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee is reviewing draft goals regarding mobility, infrastructure, parks, and city services. Members will also discuss the distribution of survey results and plan a community open house.

• Review of draft Mobility and Infrastructure Goal
• Review of draft Parks and Open Space Goal
• Review of draft City Services and Government Goal
• Discussion of statistically valid survey results
• Planning of community workshop and open house

The committee approved eight focus groups for the comprehensive plan and scheduled an open house for November 11. Members reviewed draft goals and objectives regarding transportation, parks, and city services, and agreed to post survey and workshop results publicly.

• Approved minutes as submitted
• Approved eight focus groups for the comprehensive plan
• Scheduled next open house for November 11
• Agreed to post survey and workshop results on the website

Military and Veterans' Commission on 2023-9-6 at 7:30 PM

The commission will discuss commission priorities and Veteran's Day. The meeting is for the advisory body to discuss matters related to the respect and appreciation of US Armed Forces members.

• Discussion of Commission Priorities
• Discussion of Veteran's Day
• Approval of August 2, 2023 meeting minutes

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 8-31-23 at 11:00 AM

The Steering Committee will continue discussions regarding goals and objectives for the city's comprehensive plan. The meeting includes an overview of existing conditions and proposed uses for specific areas including YDC, Downtown, 91 Corridor, and Darrowville.

• Discussion of goals and objectives facilitated by OHM
• Overview of focus areas: YDC, Downtown, 91 Corridor, and Darrowville
• Group work to refine proposed uses in focus areas
• Confirmation of focus group compositions and schedules
• Planning for public distribution of survey results and workshop memo

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee met and approved the August 16 minutes. They discussed draft goals and objectives, including contractor registration, building inspections, housing density, and retail vs. office space, but took no formal votes. The committee also reviewed focus areas (YDC, Downtown, 91 Corridor, Darrowville) and scheduled a follow-up meeting for September 6.

• Approved August 16 meeting minutes as submitted
• Scheduled additional meeting on September 6 to address unaddressed agenda items

Hudson Board of Education 2023-08-28 7:00 PM

The board is reviewing the start of the 2023-24 school year, including principals' reports and student welcomes. The agenda includes approving appropriation increases for the Building Fund and Permanent Improvement Fund. The meeting also addresses various staff hires and credentialed evaluator appointments.

• $2,680,000 increase to Building Fund appropriations
• $150,000 increase to Permanent Improvement Fund appropriations
• Purchase orders for Olympic Awards ($3,260.61) and Riddell/All American Sports ($6,150.00)
• Approval of various certified and support personnel employment actions
• Appointment of credentialed evaluators for OPES, OTES, and OSCES

Planning Commission on 2023-08-28 7:30 PM

The Hudson Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use and site plan request for a golf cart storage barn at the Country Club of Hudson. The commission will also consider approving minutes from its August 14, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public discussion.

• Public hearing on conditional use and site plan for golf cart storage barn at Country Club of Hudson (PC 2023-556)
• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2023 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use and site plan request for a golf cart storage barn, subject to specific conditions. The decision requires a legal determination on the building's classification and changes to the garage door orientation.

• Approved PC 2023-556 (golf cart storage barn) subject to conditions
• Conditioned approval on City Solicitor determining if the building is a 'principal' structure
• Conditioned approval on revising garage doors to not face south
• Conditioned approval on removing all hard surfaces from the south side of the building
• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-1)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-08-23 7:30 PM

The board will evaluate applications for property additions, fences, and patios to ensure they meet architectural design standards. Discussions include material compatibility for chimneys, roofs, and siding.

• Addition at 144 Hudson Street
• 4’ wood split rail fence at 233 Aurora Street
• Accessory structure and addition at 7555 Foxdale Circle
• 810sf covered patio at 7679 N. Mannheim Ct.
• 352sf garage expansion at 7322 Arborwood Drive

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved a home addition, a fence installation, and a covered patio. One application for a covered patio was tabled pending more detailed drawings. The Board also established a recurring schedule for site visits.

• Approved addition at 144 Hudson Street (5-0)
• Approved 4’ wood split rail fence at 233 Aurora Street (5-0)
• Approved covered patio at 7555 Foxdale Circle with roof modification (5-0)
• Tabled covered patio application for 7679 N Mannheim Court
• Established site visits for Tuesdays at 3:00 pm, with Wednesdays as backup (5-0)
• Approved August 9, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

Park Board Meeting 08/21/2023

The Hudson Park Board will meet to approve minutes, hear reports from directors and committees, and discuss vending machines at Hudson Springs Park, a 5-year capital projects plan, and parking at Barlow Farm Park for soccer. Resident input and old/new business items are also on the agenda.

• Vending machines at Hudson Springs Park
• 5-year capital projects plan
• Parking at Barlow Farm Park for soccer

The Park Board discussed but did not vote on capital project additions, including $250,000 for a dog park or off-leash trail, $90,000 for dugouts at Oak Grove, and splitting the $100,000 park improvement budget into three categories. The board approved the June 26, 2023 meeting minutes. No formal decisions were made on the capital items; they remain proposals for the budget.

• Approved minutes from 6-26-2023 meeting
• Discussed adding $250,000 for dog park or off-leash trail to budget
• Discussed adding $90,000 for dugouts at Oak Grove to budget
• Discussed splitting $100,000 park budget into conservation, accessibility, and park-by-park categories
• Discussed vending machine options for Hudson Springs Park
• Discussed tennis court lights with $500,000 initial quote
• Discussed golf course clubhouse site approved by Council
• Discussed potential parking expansion at Barlow Farm Park

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 8-16-23 at 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee will review draft goals and objectives prepared by the planning consultant, OHM. Members will also review focus group nominations and discuss refining focus areas and potential subcommittees.

• Review of draft goals and objectives prepared by OHM
• Review of revised focus group nominations
• Discussion on refining focus areas and subcommittees
• Discussion on distributing survey results to the public

The committee approved six themed focus groups (Downtown Merchants, Small Business, Large Business, Arts & Culture: Enrichment, Arts & Culture: Service, and Youth) and agreed to organize remaining nominees into additional groups. They also approved minutes from past meetings and discussed draft goals and objectives, noting revisions needed for housing goals and traffic concerns.

• Approved six themed focus groups (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 8/2, 1/11, 2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/15, 3/22
• Agreed to organize remaining nominees into additional focus groups
• Tentatively agreed to meet August 31 to discuss focus areas

Hudson Board of Education 2023-08-14 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will vote on a $95,500 contract with KidsLink School for a student's educational services, approve numerous personnel actions including new hires and stipends, and adopt revised policies on procurement, school safety, and tobacco use. The meeting also includes a strategic plan presentation and public comment period.

• Contract with KidsLink School for student services up to $95,500 for 2023-24
• Approval of financial reports for June and July 2023
• Acceptance of $2,250 in gifts/grants from PTO and Board for food trucks
• Revised policies on procurement (federal grants), school safety, and tobacco use
• New hires for special education aides at $16.88/hr and food service at $13.26/hr

Planning Commission on 2023-08-14 7:30 PM

The Hudson Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider compatibility reviews for two proposed single-family subdivisions: Canterbury Crossing (34 lots) and the Cottages at Pine Ridge (13 lots). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and routine procedural items.

• Canterbury Crossing: 34-lot single-family subdivision compatibility review/concept plan
• Cottages at Pine Ridge: 13-lot single-family subdivision compatibility review/concept plan
• Approval of minutes from July 10 and July 17, 2023 meetings

The Commission deferred a compatibility review for the Canterbury Crossing subdivision to October 9, 2023, to await an Ohio Ethics Commission opinion on a member's potential conflict of interest. The Commission also held a compatibility review and public discussion for the Cottages at Pine Ridge subdivision, though no final vote was taken.

• Approved July 10, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Approved July 17, 2023 minutes (5-1 abstain)
• Deferred Canterbury Crossing compatibility meeting to October 9, 2023 (5-0, 1 recused)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-08-09 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will review several applications for exterior alterations and new construction, including a sign replacement, a pool house renovation, a bank window/door infill, an awning, and a new single-family house. The board will also discuss informal proposals for a garage expansion and a large addition in the Historic District, plus a consultant recommendation and prior meeting minutes.

• Sign replacement at 72 Village Way, Suite 1A (Hairboss University)
• Pool house renovation and 384 sq ft accessory structure at 1306 Meadowood Lane
• Window and door infill at Citizens Bank, 3069 W. Streetsboro Street
• 1,364 sq ft awning for Brew Kettle at 11 Atterbury Blvd
• New 2,629 sq ft two-story house at 2262 Weir Drive

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-8-7 at 7:30 PM

The committee will discuss HPP solar policy and ways to engage with student environmental clubs. Members will also address waste hauling and potential environmental grants and workshops.

• Discussion of HPP Solar Policy
• Discussion of waste hauling
• Discussion of environmental grants
• Proposed workshops on microplastics and rain barrels
• Memo to the GHG Ad Hoc Committee

The committee approved a partnership with Tinker’s Creek Watershed Partners to host workshops on rain barrels and microplastics. Members also discussed HPP solar policy concerns, waste hauling data, and potential grant opportunities for residents and businesses.

• Approved partnership with Tinker’s Creek Watershed Partners for microplastics and rain barrel workshops (5-0)
• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes as submitted

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 8-2-23 at 6:00 PM

The committee will review the revised project schedule and community engagement summaries, including survey results and workshop data. Members will also discuss project themes, focus areas, and potential goals and objectives.

• Review of revised project schedule and milestone dates
• Summary of community engagement and survey results
• Discussion of project themes and focus areas
• Evaluation of goals and objectives
• Confirmation of stakeholder focus groups

The committee approved the July 19 meeting minutes and agreed to pursue five focus groups. Members discussed community feedback regarding housing affordability, sustainability, and specific focus areas including the YDC property, downtown, and the 91 corridor.

• Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Agreed on five focus groups to pursue
• Agreed that Seasons Rd would be addressed in the land use plan rather than as a separate focus area

Military and Veterans' Commission on 2023-8-2 at 7:30 PM

The commission will discuss its goals, initiatives, and priorities. Members will also discuss Veterans Day.

• Discussion of Commission Goals, Initiatives and Priorities
• Discussion of Veterans Day
• Approval of July 5, 2023 meeting minutes

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-07-26 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will hold a public meeting to review and discuss several property alteration applications, including additions, a fence, a sign, and changes to a historic landmark. The board will also receive a consultant subcommittee update. Decisions may be made on these items after public comment.

• Red Fox Trail addition (2,160 sq ft) — revised plans still show wing larger than main body
• Clinton Street ground/building sign for Laura Yeager Smith Home Design — verify materials, no internal illumination, matte finish
• Edgar Drive 4-ft split rail fence — question if front-yard fence meets design standards
• S. Main Street historic landmark — replace wood door with fiberglass, change approved windows; staff notes fiberglass not accepted for historic materials
• Callander Drive addition (528 sq ft) — revise west elevation windows for symmetry, match foundation material

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved four residential additions and one business sign. The Board denied a fiberglass door and three windows for a historic landmark property at 205 S. Main Street. One fence application was approved with specific restrictions on the use of mesh.

• Approved addition at 7563 Red Fox Trail conditioned on roof ridge break to reduce mass (5-0)
• Approved ground and building signs for 44 Clinton Street (5-0)
• Approved fence at 1746 Edgar Drive with mesh allowed only behind the front line of the house (5-0)
• Denied fiberglass door at 205 S. Main Street (5-0)
• Denied three windows on side elevation at 205 S. Main Street (3-2)
• Approved addition at 1532 Callander Drive conditioned on foundation and window alignment (5-0)
• Approved master bedroom addition at 1427 Hines Hill Road (5-0)

Hudson Board of Education 2023-07-24 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will consider placing a 5.5-mill continuing operating levy on the November 7, 2023 ballot, expected to raise $7,243,000 annually. The board will also vote on routine items including purchase orders, personnel actions, and a $20,000 donation. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Resolution to submit 5.5-mill operating levy to voters on Nov. 7, 2023, raising $7,243,000 annually
• Accept $20,000 donation from Tom and Gail Tobin Family Fund for Classroom Emergency Buckets
• Approve purchase orders totaling $52,057.50, including $14,100 to Remind and $10,912.12 to Pisanek Partners
• Approve 3.5% compensation increases for administrative and non-represented staff for 2023-24
• Approve contract with Summit Educational Service Center for auxiliary services at Walsh Jesuit High School

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals on 2023-07-20 7:30 PM

The Hudson Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One seeks to reduce the rear yard setback for a shed at 34 Clairhaven Road, and the other requests three variances to build self-storage buildings at 5300 Darrow Road. The board will also approve minutes from the June 15 meeting.

• Variance to reduce rear yard setback from 15 ft to 4 ft for a shed at 34 Clairhaven Road
• Variance to allow self-storage buildings within 500 ft of residential use at 5300 Darrow Road
• Variance to reduce stream corridor setback from 50 ft to 0 ft at 5300 Darrow Road
• Variance to allow disturbance in stream corridors and wetlands at 5300 Darrow Road
• Approval of June 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals denied a request to waive a 500-foot setback from residential lot lines for proposed self-storage buildings. The Board also approved a setback variance for a residential shed at 34 Clairhaven Road.

• Approved 11-foot rear yard setback variance for a shed at 34 Clairhaven Road (3-1)
• Denied variance from 500-foot residential lot line setback for self-storage buildings at 5300 Darrow Road (4-0)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 7-19-23 at 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee will review survey results presented by the ETC Institute. Members will also discuss organizing focus groups for specific demographics and sectors to inform the city's long-term planning.

• Presentation of survey findings by Jason Morado of ETC Institute
• Discussion to finalize focus groups including Youth, Young Professionals, Families, Non-Profit, and Business
• Selection of Steering Committee representatives for focus groups
• Planning for HudsonMART volunteer call on July 30th
• Upcoming OHM public feedback presentation on August 2nd

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee voted to close the traditional online community survey and to postpone focus groups until public engagement results are further reviewed. The committee also requested cross-tab analysis and raw survey data, and decided against a formal presence at the HudsonMart event. Minutes from June 21 were approved.

• Closed the traditional online survey (all in favor)
• Postponed focus groups until further review of public engagement results (all in favor except Giannetti)
• No formal presence at HudsonMart event (all in favor)
• Approved June 21 minutes as submitted

Planning Commission on 2023-07-17 7:30 PM

The Hudson Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on a conditional use and site plan request for an artificial turf athletic field with associated lighting at Western Reserve Academy. The commission will take public testimony and may vote on the request.

• Conditional use and site plan for artificial turf athletic field and lighting (PC 2023-543)
• Public hearing on the Western Reserve Academy project
• Staff report and site development plans attached

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use and Site Plan request for an artificial turf athletic field and lighting at Western Reserve Academy. The approval includes specific conditions regarding lighting hours and engineering reviews.

• Approved Conditional Use and Site Plan for WRA turf athletic field at 115 College Street (5-1)
• Conditioned WRA field approval: lighting shall not exceed 10:00 pm
• Conditioned WRA field approval: must address Assistant City Engineer David Rapp's July 5, 2023 comments regarding the chemical mixing area on sheet C-6

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-07-12 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will review six applications for fences, signs, garages, windows, siding, and additions in Hudson's historic district. Staff recommendations and design standard concerns are noted for each project. The board will also appoint a subcommittee to review consultant submissions and approve the June 28 meeting minutes.

• Fence (6ft wood) at 204 Aurora Street, recommended approval
• Projecting sign for Miavana at 5 Aurora Street, recommended approval
• Detached garage (660sf) at 988 Westhaven Drive, staff requests revisions
• Window and siding alterations at 301 Brentwood Drive, staff questions consistency
• Sunroom addition (224sf) at 94 E. Case Drive, chimney material mismatch noted

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved multiple applications for home additions, garages, and signage. The board also established a subcommittee to review consultant proposals and approved the June 28, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved 6ft wood fence at 204 Aurora Street (5-0)
• Approved projecting sign for Miavana at 5 Aurora Street (5-0)
• Approved 660sf detached garage at 988 Westhaven Drive (5-0)
• Approved windows and siding alterations at 301 Brentwood Drive with stone termination condition (4-1)
• Approved 224sf sunroom addition at 94 E. Case Drive (5-0)
• Approved garage expansion and porch roof at 43 Wellgate Drive with window modification condition (5-0)
• Appointed Caputo, Marzulla, and Workley to the Consultant Subcommittee
• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

Planning Commission on 2023-07-10 7:30 PM

The Hudson Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use and site plan request for an artificial turf athletic field with lighting at Western Reserve Academy. The commission will also consider amendments to its administrative rules and discuss the 2024 Land Development Code update.

• Conditional use and site plan for artificial turf field and lighting at Western Reserve Academy (PC 2023-543)
• Amendments to Planning Commission Administrative Rules (second and final reading)
• Discussion of 2024 Land Development Code update

The Planning Commission approved the second reading of its Administrative Rules. A request for a conditional use and site plan for an artificial turf field at Western Reserve Academy was tabled due to missing documentation. The commission also scheduled a Land Development Code update workshop for September 25, 2023.

• Approved second reading of Planning Commission Administrative Rules (7-0)
• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Tabled PC 2023-543 Conditional Use and Site Plan request for Western Reserve Academy athletic field
• Scheduled LDC update workshop for September 25, 2023

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-7-6 at 7:30 PM

The committee will discuss sustainable economic development with a presentation from Economic Development Manager Katie Behnke. Members will also discuss the Community Appearance Index, emissions data, and the Hudson High School Environmental Awareness Club.

• Discussion of Sustainable Economic Development
• Introduction of Hudson High School Environmental Awareness Club
• Discussion of Community Appearance Index
• Discussion of Emissions Data
• Review of Green Certification Council Workshop

The Hudson Environmental Awareness Committee approved previous meeting minutes, heard presentations from the Hudson High School Environmental Awareness Club and Economic Development Manager Katie Behnke, and discussed community appearance data and emissions data. The committee voted to submit memos regarding greenhouse gas emissions to a Council ad hoc committee and regarding revisions to the comprehensive plan steering committee.

• Approved meeting minutes as submitted
• Approved submitting memo on greenhouse gas emissions to Council ad hoc committee (5-0)
• Approved submitting memo to the comprehensive plan steering committee with revisions (5-0)

Military and Veterans' Commission on 2023-07-05 7:30 PM

The Commission will review the script and protocol for the Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony. Members will also discuss commission priorities and the potential for veterans signs on the greens or memorial banners.

• Approval of May 15, 2023, meeting minutes
• Memorial Day Parade/Ceremony script and protocol
• Discussion of commission priorities and community resources
• Proposal for veterans signs on the greens or memorial banners

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-06-28 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will review several applications for alterations, additions, and new construction, mostly in historic districts. Staff recommendations include approvals for three consent items (two roof replacements and a pavilion) and detailed comments on new business items, including a proposed 6-foot fence at a historic landmark and a large addition on Red Fox Trail. The board will also hold an informal discussion about demolition and alterations at 201 N. Main Street.

• Consent: 288sf pavilion at 5634 Brookshire Dr, roof replacements at 120 and 302 Aurora St — staff recommends approval
• New: 6ft wood fence at 248 Ravenna St (historic landmark) — staff recommends reducing arbor height to 6ft
• New: 1,074sf accessory structure at 197 Aurora St — staff questions height (20ft vs 18ft max), window placement, and requests floor plan
• New: 384sf addition at 142 Sunset Dr — staff requests elevation, floorplan, roof plan, and photos
• New: 2,160sf addition at 7563 Red Fox Tr — staff suggests breaking into multiple wings; proposed wing 1,818sf vs main body 1,221sf

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several residential projects, including a new home construction and various additions. One application for a large addition was tabled at the homeowner's request, and a demolition project at 201 N. Main Street was discussed informally.

• Approved 288sf pavilion at 5634 Brookshire Drive (4-0)
• Approved roof replacement at 120 Aurora Street (4-0)
• Approved roof replacement at 302 Aurora Street (4-0)
• Approved 8ft arbor and 6ft fence at 248 Ravenna Street (4-0)
• Approved 1,074 SF accessory structure at 197 Aurora Street (4-0)
• Approved 384sf addition at 142 Sunset Drive conditioned on roof plan approval (4-0)
• Tabled addition at 7563 Red Fox Trail
• Approved new two-story home at 5650 Brookshire Drive with specific orientation and trim conditions (4-0)

Park Board 06/26/2023

The Hudson Park Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear reports from staff and council, and discuss ongoing projects including an inclusive playground, a remembrance fence, pickleball court lighting, and scoreboard naming rights. The board will also set budget priorities for 2024.

• Approval of 5-15-2023 meeting minutes
• Update on inclusive playground project
• Discussion of Locks of Remembrance Fence
• Fundraising for lights at pickleball courts
• Scoreboard and naming rights at Barlow Farm Park

The Hudson Park Board unanimously approved two proposals from Davey Resource Group: finishing invasive species removal at Darrow Road Park ($9,630) and preparing a 5-year Land Management Plan ($12,850). The board also approved the minutes from the May 15, 2023 meeting. Other items, including 2024 budget priorities and pickleball court lighting fundraising, were discussed but not decided.

• Approved Davey proposal to finish Darrow Road Park invasive removal ($9,630) (unanimous)
• Approved Davey proposal for 5-year Land Management Plan ($12,850) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 5-15-2023 meeting

Hudson Board of Education 2023-06-26 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will consider approving a resolution declaring it necessary to levy an additional 5.5-mill property tax for current expenses, to be placed on the November 7, 2023 ballot. The board will also vote on consent agenda items including purchase orders, fund transfers, appropriation modifications, and the final appropriations for FY 2022-23 and new appropriations for FY 2023-24. Personnel actions for the 2023-24 school year are also on the agenda.

• Resolution to levy additional 5.5-mill tax for current expenses, ballot Nov 7, 2023
• Approve final appropriations for FY 2022-23 and new appropriations for FY 2023-24
• Purchase order to Curt's Trees, LLC for $4,506.25
• Fund transfers: $74,000 from general fund to athletics ($13,500 middle school, $60,500 high school)
• Approve May 2023 financial report and establish petty cash funds totaling $600

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 6-21-23 at 6:00 PM

The committee will review subcommittee updates regarding communication and outreach. Members will also discuss the identification and meeting formats for upcoming focus groups.

• Approval of May 3, 2023, meeting minutes
• Focus group identification and format discussion
• Review of OHM Open House Summary Report

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee approved the minutes from their May 3rd meeting. Members also discussed the structure, timeline, and participant categories for upcoming focus groups intended to gather community feedback for the city's comprehensive plan.

• Approved May 3rd, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals on 2023-06-15 7:30 PM

The Hudson Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a lot split at 33 E. Streetsboro Street, which would result in a six-foot side yard setback instead of the required eight feet. The board will also consider a request to continue a variance case for an accessory structure in the front yard at 2715 Hudson Aurora Road. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approval of minutes and swearing in of staff and audience.

• Public hearing on variance for lot split at 33 E. Streetsboro Street (BZBA 23-462)
• Requested two-foot side yard setback variance (from 8 ft to 6 ft)
• Applicant Allan Sveda, property owner, 13 E. Main Street #1, Hudson
• Continuance request for accessory structure variance at 2715 Hudson Aurora Road (BZBA 23-275)
• Applicants Philip and Jennifer Lopez, 2715 Hudson Aurora Road

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals approved the minutes from May 18, 2023. Two variance requests were continued to future dates for further review or by applicant request.

• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Continued lot split and side yard setback variance for 33 E. Streetsboro to July 20, 2023 (3-2)
• Continued accessory structure variance for 2715 Hudson Aurora Road to August 17, 2023 (5-0)

Hudson Board of Education 2023-06-15 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will vote on a consent agenda including purchase orders, personnel actions (retirements, resignations, new hires, stipends), textbook adoptions for 2023-2024, and extracurricular travel. The board will also hear an educational focus on Middle School AI Exploration Day and a state testing update, and take public comments.

• Approval of purchase order to Brightly Software, Inc. for $8,945.89
• Retirement of Jacqueline Dukes and Joanne Gleixner
• Employment of Cara Crawford (FCS Teacher, $60,237) and Ji Xia (Mandarin Teacher, $68,093)
• Textbook adoptions for high school courses including AP Physics I and Spanish 1-3
• Service agreement with ESC of the Western Reserve for 3 students, NTE $39,000 each

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-06-14 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider several applications for alterations, additions, and accessory structures, including consent items for shingle replacements and signs, and new business items for sheds and historic district changes. Staff recommendations and design standard compliance are key discussion points.

• Consent: shingle replacement at 13 E. Main St. and 37 College St., ground sign at 53 Milford Dr., building signs at 116 W. Streetsboro St.
• Old business: window replacement at 127 E. Streetsboro St. (historic landmark) and addition at 1887 Norton Rd.
• New business: sheds at 6592 Westpoint Dr., 7712 Lexington Dr., and 1664 Groton Dr. (built without permit)
• Historic district: entry door replacement at 144 N. Main St. and 520 SF addition at 290 N. Main St.
• Additions: 1128 SF at 15 Stokes Ln. and 300 SF at 5446 Port Chester Dr. (open code enforcement case)

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several residential additions, accessory structures, and historic district alterations. One application for a door replacement at 144 N. Main Street was continued, and the board approved the May 24, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved shingle replacements at 13 E. Main St and 37 College St (4-0)
• Approved ground sign at 53 Milford Drive and building signs at 116 W. Streetsboro St (4-0)
• Approved alteration and addition at 1887 Norton Road (4-0)
• Approved replacement of 1988 rear windows at 127 E. Streetsboro St (4-0)
• Approved 336 SF shed at 6592 Westpoint Drive with window relocation (4-0)
• Approved 320 SF shed at 7712 Lexington Drive (4-0)
• Approved 240 SF shed at 1664 Groton Drive (3-1)
• Approved 520 SF addition at 290 N. Main St with exterior window grid conditions (4-0)

Planning Commission on 2023-06-12 7:30 PM

The Hudson Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and compatibility review for Canterbury Crossing, a proposed 36-lot single-family subdivision. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes staff reports, site plans, and public comments for the subdivision proposal.

• Compatibility review/concept plan for Canterbury Crossing, a 36-lot single-family subdivision
• Public hearing for Canterbury Crossing with staff report, site plans, and renderings
• Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2023 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission held a preliminary compatibility review for Canterbury Crossing, a proposed 36-lot single-family subdivision. No formal decision was made as the Commission determined it lacked sufficient information regarding density, wetlands, and stormwater to decide on compatibility.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-1)

Comprehensive Plan Community Workshop on 2023-6-7 from 7-9 PM

The community is invited to an open-house style workshop to provide input on the Comprehensive Plan. There will be no formal presentation during this event.

• Open discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-6-5 at 7:30 PM

The committee will discuss the Community Appearance Index and provide input for the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee. Members will also address a new greenhouse gas emissions inventory and upcoming workshops.

• Discussion of Community Appearance Index
• Memo to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Community Workshop on June 7
• League of Women Voters Workshop on June 8

The Environmental Awareness Committee voted 4-0 to recommend that City Council move forward with a greenhouse gas emissions inventory. The committee also discussed the Community Appearance Index, a memo to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee, and economic development incentives. No other formal decisions were made.

• Recommended greenhouse gas emissions inventory to City Council (4-0)
• Scheduled Community Appearance Index completion for June with ward assignments
• Deferred memo to Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee to July agenda
• Scheduled Economic Development Manager to attend July 6 meeting

Comprehensive Plan Facilitation Subcommittee on 5-25-23 at 1:30 PM

The Facilitators Subcommittee will meet to discuss the Hudson Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes a staff update and a review of community workshop materials.

• Review of community workshop materials
• Finalization of roles and staffing

The Facilitation Subcommittee met to prepare for the upcoming Community Workshop, finalizing materials and staffing roles. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, covering survey mailing, workshop signage, and table assignments.

• Finalized workshop materials with updated aerial mapping and landmarks (unanimous)
• Assigned one Steering Committee member per table with floaters (unanimous)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-05-24 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several applications for business signs and residential additions or accessory structures. Two applications were continued for further review or revision, including one historic landmark window replacement and a residential alteration.

• Approved building sign at 49 Village Way with conditions on tabs and paint (4-0)
• Approved sign replacement at 5929 Darrow Road with plastic material condition (4-0)
• Approved building sign at 116 W. Streetsboro Street with matt finish (4-0)
• Approved detached garage at 7279 Darien Drive with window and siding conditions (4-0)
• Approved 1200 SF barn at 669 Barlow Road with gable roof change (4-0)
• Continued window replacement at 127 E. Streetsboro Street pending site visit
• Continued alteration at 1887 Norton Road for revised symmetrical window design (4-0)
• Approved 660 SF second story addition at 7959 Valley View Road with conditions (4-0)

Hudson Board of Education 2023-05-22 5:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will hold a public hearing on re-employing maintenance worker Joseph Gray during his SERS service retirement. The board will also vote on $79,395 in fund appropriation increases for scholarships and grants, approve PreK-8 student fees for 2023-2024, and set new school lunch prices with increases of up to $0.25 per meal. Numerous personnel actions, including contract renewals and new hires, are on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on re-employment of Joseph Gray during SERS service retirement
• Appropriation increases: $40,000 (Trust Fund), $14,000 (Local Grants), $25,395 (State Grants)
• Approval of 2023-2024 PreK-8 student fees
• Lunch price increases: McDowell/Ellsworth/East Woods to $3.00, Middle/High School to $3.25-$3.75
• Approval of 2023 graduate list and numerous personnel contract renewals

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals on 2023-05-18 7:30 PM

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One seeks to allow an accessory structure in the front yard at 2715 Hudson Aurora Road, and the other seeks a height variance for a barn at 669 Barlow Road. The board will also approve minutes from the April 20 meeting.

• Variance request to place accessory structure in front yard at 2715 Hudson Aurora Road (applicant: Philip Lopez)
• Variance request for 3-foot height increase (to 21 feet) for a barn at 669 Barlow Road (applicant: Chris Brown)
• Approval of draft minutes from April 20, 2023 meeting

The Board approved a height variance for an accessory barn and continued a request for a front-yard accessory structure to allow for further professional documentation.

• Approved variance for 21-foot barn height at 669 Barlow Road (5-0)
• Tabled variance request for front-yard accessory structure at 2715 Hudson Aurora Road (5-0)
• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)

Comprehensive Plan Facilitation Subcommittee on 5-17-23 at 11:00 AM

The Facilitators Subcommittee is meeting to coordinate upcoming workshop roles and logistics. The session includes staff updates regarding the marketing plan and discussions on station topics and facilitator roles.

• Staff update on Communications Subcommittee marketing plan
• Discussion of workshop roles for Steering Committee, Staff, and Consultant Team
• Planning for workshop station topics and logistics
• Coordination of station facilitators, greeters, and introductions

The Facilitation Subcommittee met to finalize logistics for the upcoming Community Workshop, including station topics, staffing roles, and materials. The survey has passed validity testing and will be sent out next week, with printed flyers ready. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on planning and coordination.

• Confirmed survey will be sent out next week after validity testing
• Assigned Steering Committee members to manage workshop stations
• Set station topics: Questions Board, Issues & Opportunities, Housing Type, Focus Areas, Type of Development, Kids Station
• Scheduled next subcommittee meeting for May 25 at 1:30 p.m.

Military and Veterans' Commission on 2023-05-15 7:30 PM

The Military and Veterans Commission will meet to discuss the Memorial Day parade and ceremony. The commission serves in an advisory capacity to City Council and the City Manager regarding the recognition of military members.

• Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

Park Board Meeting 05/15/2023

The Hudson Park Board is meeting to approve minutes, swear in members, hear resident input on a pump track and pickleball, and discuss old business including an inclusive playground, a concession stand at Hudson Springs Park, and charging for pavilions. The board will also set goals and objectives for 2023 and discuss budget priorities for 2024.

• Resident input on pump track (Ben Petitti, 6617 Wildwood Ct) and pickleball (Shelley Frew, 6697 St. Regis Blvd.)
• Old business: inclusive playground, concession stand at Hudson Springs Park, charging for pavilions
• 2023 goals include supporting an inclusive playground, invasive plant removals, and land swaps with Summit Metro Parks
• Budget priorities for 2024 to be discussed

The Hudson Park Board met on May 15, 2023, and approved the March 20, 2023 meeting minutes. The board discussed resident input on a pump track and pickleball, and reviewed the Director's and Assistant Superintendent's reports. The board considered old business items including the inclusive playground, concession stand at Hudson Springs Park, and charging for pavilions. The board reviewed and discussed the 2023 Goals and Objectives and 2024 Budget Priorities, but no formal votes were recorded on these items.

• Approved 3-20-2023 meeting minutes
• Discussed inclusive playground planning and fundraising
• Discussed concession stand at Hudson Springs Park
• Discussed charging for pavilions
• Reviewed 2023 Goals and Objectives
• Reviewed 2024 Budget Priorities

Military and Veterans' Commission on 2023-05-10 7:30 PM

The commission will conduct swearing-in ceremonies and elect its Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also discuss the Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony and establish commission priorities.

• Swearing in of members
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony discussion
• Discussion of commission purpose and priorities

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-05-10 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider three proposed home additions and one shingle replacement in Hudson's historic district. Staff recommends approval for the Division Street shingle replacement, the Prescott Drive breezeway/sunroom addition, and the Sussex Road second-floor addition, with a noted revision for the latter. The board will also hold an informal discussion on a large Stokes Lane addition that may not meet design standards.

• 29 Division St: shingle replacement, staff recommends approval
• 54 Prescott Dr: 822 SF breezeway and sunroom addition, staff recommends approval
• 121 Sussex Rd: 780 SF second-floor addition, staff recommends approval with revision to left elevation
• 15 Stokes Ln: informal discussion of 1,128 SF addition, staff notes potential design standard conflicts
• Approval of April 26, 2023 meeting minutes

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved shingle replacement at 29 Division Street and additions at 54 Prescott Drive and 121 Sussex Road. An informal review for a large addition at 15 Stokes Lane was discussed but not decided. The board also approved the minutes from the April 26, 2023 meeting.

• Approved shingle replacement at 29 Division Street (5-0, 2 recused)
• Approved breezeway and sunroom addition at 54 Prescott Drive (6-0, 1 recused)
• Approved second floor addition at 121 Sussex Road with conditions to match existing house and window detailing (7-0)
• Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (6-0, 1 abstain)

Comprehensive Plan Communications Subcommittee on 5-10-23 at 11:00 AM

The Communications Subcommittee met to discuss outreach for the June 7th community workshop. The meeting included staff updates and a review of upcoming engagement opportunities at local events.

• Communications planning for June 7th Community Workshop
• Review of engagement opportunities at Farmers Market, Screen on the Green, Ice Cream Social, and HUDSONmART

The subcommittee discussed promotional materials and engagement strategies for the upcoming Community Workshop. No formal votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Planned distribution of Save the Date cards and signage for the June 7 Community Workshop
• Proposed steering committee presence at the Farmers Market and Screen on the Green
• Planned creation of an introductory video and distribution of flyers for the Comprehensive Plan

Planning Commission on 2023-05-08 7:30 PM

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use and site plan request for a Western Reserve Academy parking lot. The meeting also includes discussion on amendments to the Planning Commission Administrative Rules and draft topics for 2023 Land Development Code updates.

• Conditional Use and Site Plan request for a Western Reserve Academy parking lot at N. Main Street and E. Prospect Street
• Amendments to the Planning Commission Administrative Rules
• Discussion of draft topics for 2023 LDC updates

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use and site plan for a parking lot for Western Reserve Academy at N. Main and E. Prospect Streets, subject to conditions including removal of a curb cut, specific landscaping, and no sidewalk requirement pending solicitor review. The vote was 5-1. The commission also held first readings on administrative rules and discussed LDC updates.

• Approved conditional use and site plan for WRA parking lot (5-1)
• Required removal of curb cut along College Street
• Mandated specific landscaping per City Arborist recommendations
• No sidewalk required along N. Main Street, subject to City Solicitor concurrence
• Held first reading of proposed Administrative Rules amendments
• Discussed LDC update topics for 2023

Hudson Board of Education 2023-05-08 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will vote on the five-year forecast, approve personnel actions including summer school and extended learning staff, and accept donations totaling over $44,000. The board will also consider a service agreement with Summit County ESC and a new Fishing Club extracurricular program.

• Vote on the Five-Year Forecast (May Update) to be filed with the Ohio Department of Education
• Approval of a $111,160 Summit County Education Service Center Service Agreement for 2023-2024
• Acceptance of donations: $26,230 for tennis facility shed and sun shelter, $10,000 for benches, and $1,400 for benches at East Woods Intermediate School
• Approval of a new Fishing Club extracurricular program
• Employment of numerous summer school and extended learning teachers and aides, with hourly rates up to $38.17

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 5-03-23 at 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee will review the project schedule and stakeholder focus group plans. The meeting includes a final vote on survey questions and preparations for a community workshop scheduled for June 7, 2023.

• Final vote on survey questions
• Community workshop scheduled for June 7, 2023, at Hudson High School
• Review of revised project schedule
• Planning for May survey launch

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee approved the survey questions as adjusted during the meeting and approved the April 26, 2023 minutes. The committee also discussed plans for a community workshop on June 7th and focus area selection, with residents to provide input on locations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved survey questions as adjusted (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 26, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-5-1 at 7:30 PM

The committee will debrief the Earth Day Celebration and discuss the Community Appearance Index. Members will also discuss a community workshop scheduled for June 7 and economic development input.

• Earth Day Celebration debrief
• Community Appearance Index discussion
• June 7 community workshop
• Economic Development Input

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 4-26-2023 at 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee met to discuss updates regarding the Hudson Comprehensive Plan. The meeting included updates from the Council Liaison and the Communication and Outreach Subcommittee regarding the Earth Day Celebration.

• Review of meeting minutes from April 19, 2023
• Communication and Outreach Subcommittee update
• Continued review of survey results

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee met and discussed updates, including the inclusive park project, water rate changes, and zoning review. No formal decisions were made; the only action was approving the April 19 minutes with a spelling correction.

• Approved April 19, 2023 minutes with spelling correction (unanimous)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-04-26 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider consent applications for a shingle replacement at 187 Elm St and a sign face replacement at 122 W Streetsboro St, both recommended for approval. New business includes a proposal to alter a historic landmark at 205 S Main St (removing a door and window, adding new windows) with staff conditions, and an informal presentation on a 7,500 sq ft addition to Ellsworth Hall at Western Reserve Academy. The board will also approve minutes and receive updates on AHBR enhancements and a consultant architect RFQ.

• Consent: shingle replacement at 187 Elm St (staff recommends approval)
• Consent: ground sign face replacement at 122 W Streetsboro St (Fifth-Third Bank)
• Alteration of historic landmark at 205 S Main St: remove kitchen door and east elevation window, add two new windows
• Informal presentation: 7,500 sq ft addition to Ellsworth Hall (circa 1922) at Western Reserve Academy
• Staff updates: AHBR enhancements and consultant architect RFQ

The Board approved shingle replacement at 187 Elm Street and a sign face replacement for Fifth-Third Bank. It also approved alterations to a historic landmark at 205 S. Main Street with specific conditions regarding windows and siding. An expansion project for Western Reserve Academy was discussed but not decided.

• Approved shingle replacement at 187 Elm Street (4-0)
• Approved sign face replacement at 122 W. Streetsboro Street (4-0)
• Approved alterations at 205 S. Main Street with conditions for wood windows and matching siding (4-1)
• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Hudson Board of Education 2023-04-24 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $1,575,000 appropriation increase to the Self Insurance Fund for insurance payments, along with other fund increases and a purchase order. The board will also consider personnel actions including retirements, new hires, and non-renewal of long-term substitutes, as well as accept donations for schools.

• $1,575,000 appropriation increase to Self Insurance Fund for insurance payments
• Retirement of Virginia Iammarino, effective May 31, 2023
• Non-renewal of 27 long-term substitute teachers effective end of 2022-23 school year
• Donations: $2,800 for benches at McDowell Early Learning School from Tobin Family Fund
• Employment of Daniel Quallich as HCER Program Coordinator at $44,250 annually

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals on 2023-04-20 7:30 PM

The Hudson Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests. One seeks a 10-foot front-yard setback reduction to build self-storage units at 5689 & 5682 Hudson Drive. Another requests two variances for a lot split and single-family home at 33 E. Streetsboro Street in the Historic District. The third asks for a 13-foot rear-yard setback reduction for an addition at 54 Prescott Drive. The board will also approve minutes from its February 16, 2023 meeting.

• Variance for 10-foot front-yard setback reduction (50 to 40 feet) for self-storage units at 5689 & 5682 Hudson Drive
• Two variances for lot split and single-family home at 33 E. Streetsboro Street: 6-foot lot width reduction (60 to 54 feet) and relief from 60-foot street frontage requirement
• Variance for 13-foot rear-yard setback reduction (50 to 37 feet) for addition at 54 Prescott Drive
• Approval of draft minutes from February 16, 2023 BZBA meeting

The Board approved a front yard setback variance for an industrial business park on Hudson Drive. It denied two variance requests for a lot split and single-family home construction on E. Streetsboro Street. The meeting also included the approval of February 16, 2023, minutes.

• Approved February 16, 2023, meeting minutes (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved 10-foot front yard setback variance for 5689 & 5682 Hudson Drive (3-0) with condition to install Landscape Bufferyard D
• Denied 6-foot lot width variance for 33 E. Streetsboro Street (3-0)
• Denied public street frontage variance for 33 E. Streetsboro Street (3-0)

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 4-19-23 at 6:00 PM

The committee is meeting to review progress on the Hudson Comprehensive Plan. Discussion topics include subcommittee updates, remote attendance, and a review of a suggested survey draft.

• Communication and Outreach Subcommittee update
• Review of suggested survey draft from ETC
• Discussion regarding remote attendance
• Planning for June 7th Community Workshop

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee voted to maintain the use of Zoom with notification features to improve meeting workflow. The committee also reviewed survey questions and discussed audio quality improvements.

• Approved continued use of Zoom with notification features (13-3)

Hudson Board of Education 2023-04-13 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will hold a regular meeting to vote on several resolutions, including continuing the School Resource Officer program with the City of Hudson, accepting a donation from the John and Alison Quagliata Family Charitable Foundation for the 1927 Building property, and approving numerous personnel actions such as retirements, resignations, and new hires. The board will also hear public comments and receive reports from the treasurer and superintendent.

• Approve MOU with City of Hudson for School Resource Officer program
• Authorize donation agreement with John and Alison Quagliata Family Charitable Foundation for 1927 Building at 77 N. Oviatt Street
• Approve purchase orders totaling $11,029.46 (Graph-Tex $7,060.96, University of Akron $3,968.50)
• Approve retirements of Joan Knapp, Theresa Stump, and Kim MacKeown
• Approve addition of Environmental Awareness Club as extracurricular program

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-04-12 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will hold a public meeting to review and vote on 13 applications, including a demolition recommendation for a 100-year-old house, a historic landmark porch addition, and multiple signs, fences, and accessory structures. The board will also discuss potential enhancements to its own review process.

• Demolition recommendation for 802 W Streetsboro St, a house built circa 1923, not in historic district
• Covered porch addition and window alteration at 94 Ravenna St, an Individual Historic Landmark (circa 1852)
• 6-foot chainlink fence at 7041 Darrow Rd (American Fireworks) with possible waiver request
• Sign applications: 89 First St (Foundation Title), 89 First St Unit 202 (Ohio Personal Trainers), 34 Ravenna St (EXP Realty)
• Detached garages at 23 N Oviatt St (historic district) and 305 Simon Rd

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved the demolition of a non-designated historic house at 802 West Streetsboro Street. The Board also approved several applications for signage, fences, and residential additions across the city.

• Approved demolition of 1923 house at 802 West Streetsboro Street (6-0)
• Approved signs at 89 First Street, Unit 202, subject to raised lettering and trademark requirements (6-0)
• Approved ground sign at 34 Ravenna Street, Suite 1, with raised matte lettering (6-0)
• Approved 400 SF covered deck at 6395 Ridgeline Drive (6-0)
• Approved 256 SF screened porch at 7769 Hudson Park Drive (6-0)
• Approved 352 SF pavilion at 6087 Independence Drive (6-0)
• Approved 744 SF detached garage at 23 N. Oviatt Street with matching windows and corner boards (6-0)
• Approved 6' chainlink fence at 7041 Darrow Road with condition to plant five additional trees (6-0)

Planning Commission on 2023-04-10 7:30 PM

The Hudson Planning Commission is meeting to discuss amendments to its administrative rules and the 2023 Land Development Code (LDC) update. The agenda includes public discussion, approval of the March 13, 2023 minutes, and staff updates. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion of amendments to Planning Commission Administrative Rules
• 2023 Land Development Code (LDC) update discussion
• Approval of March 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the March 13, 2023 meeting. Members discussed potential amendments to administrative rules and the 2023 Land Development Code update. The Commission voted to include a discussion of the Land Development Code review on the May agenda.

• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-2)
• Approved adding Land Development Code review to May agenda (7-0)

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-4-3 at 7:30 PM

The Environmental Awareness Committee will hear a presentation from Ben Bunker of Pearl Certification regarding green home certification. The committee will also discuss Earth Week 2023 and the Keep America Beautiful Community Appearance Index.

• Presentation on Green Home Certification by Ben Bunker
• Discussion regarding Earth Week 2023
• Discussion regarding EAC Priorities
• Discussion regarding Keep America Beautiful Community Appearance Index

The Environmental Awareness Committee voted to revise and submit a draft green certification program proposal to City staff for review. The committee also discussed Earth Week 2023 planning and the Keep America Beautiful Community Appearance Index.

• Approved revisions to the green certification program proposal for submission to City staff (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes as submitted
• Designated Mrs. Harris as primary manager of the Community Appearance Index

Comprehensive Plan Communications Subcommittee on 3-29-23 at 2:00 PM

The Comprehensive Plan Communications Subcommittee is meeting to discuss strategic communications and review a video script. The meeting includes a staff update and a discussion of next steps for the plan's outreach.

• Strategic Communications Plan review
• Video script review

The Communications Subcommittee met to discuss outreach for the Comprehensive Plan. They reviewed a strategic communications plan and a video script, and scheduled an open house for the first week of June. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion and feedback.

• Scheduled open house for first week of June
• Reviewed strategic communications plan
• Reviewed video script for Q&A format

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 3-22-23 at 6:00 PM

The Steering Committee is meeting to continue discussions regarding the community survey. Members will work to develop draft survey questions for the plan.

• Development of draft survey questions
• Council Liaison update

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee met and discussed the draft survey for the statistically valid survey to be conducted by ETC. Members agreed on questions that needed no further revision and discussed revisions for the remaining questions. No formal decisions were made; the committee will review another draft in mid-April.

• Agreed on survey questions not requiring further revision
• Discussed revisions for remaining survey questions

Park Board Meeting 03/20/2023

The Hudson Park Board will discuss routine approvals, committee reports on tennis/pickleball, dog parks, and conservation, plus updates on park infrastructure and future projects. Residents may speak during the public input period.

• Approval of January 16 and February 27 meeting minutes
• Review of Inclusive Playground location options (attachments)
• Pickleball/Tennis Complex upgrades discussion
• Playground in the NW quadrant of Hudson proposed
• Review of Parks Master Plan communication and orientation

The Park Board unanimously approved submitting YDC Plan A to Council as the preferred location for the inclusive playground. The board also approved minutes from January and February 2023.

• Approved submitting YDC Plan A to Council for inclusive playground location (Unanimous)
• Approved 1-16-2023 meeting minutes as revised
• Approved 2-27-2023 meeting minutes

Comprehensive Plan Communications Subcommittee on 3-15-23

The Communication and Outreach Subcommittee and the Steering Committee will discuss methods for announcing the Comprehensive Plan. Discussions include video and mail announcements, a publicity plan for a survey, and the development of draft survey questions.

• Comprehensive Plan video announcement discussion
• Comprehensive Plan mail announcement discussion
• Survey publicity plan discussion
• Development of draft survey questions

The Communications Subcommittee discussed outreach for the comprehensive plan, including a proposed introduction video featuring steering committee members, a half-sheet mailer with a QR code linking to the city website, and a survey publicity plan. No formal votes or decisions were taken; items were discussed and next steps identified, such as creating a 'Meet the Committee' webpage section.

• Discussed proposed format for comprehensive plan introduction video
• Agreed to create half-sheet mailer with QR code to city website
• Suggested steering committee members reach out to city organizations for survey publicity
• Identified next step: create 'Meet the Committee' website section with headshots and bios

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 3-15-2023

The Steering Committee and Communication and Outreach Subcommittee are meeting to plan public engagement for the Comprehensive Plan. Discussions include video and mail announcements, a publicity plan for surveys, and the development of draft survey questions.

• Comprehensive Plan Video Announcement discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Mail Announcement discussion
• Survey Publicity Plan discussion
• Development of draft survey questions

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee met and discussed draft survey questions created by OHM, categorizing questions 1-14 as Keep, Revise, or Remove. No formal decisions were made; the survey discussion will continue at a meeting on March 22. The committee also received updates on school capacity outreach and public communications tools.

• Reviewed draft survey questions 1-14 and categorized them as Keep, Revise, or Remove
• Scheduled March 22 meeting to finish survey question discussion

Hudson Board of Education 2023-03-13 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will vote on two resolutions for a major HVAC project at Hudson High School: a $6,810,444 purchase from CCG Automation Inc. via a state cooperative contract, and a lease-purchase agreement with Webster Bank for up to $5,300,000 at 4.75% interest over 11 years. The board will also consider routine items including financial reports, grants, personnel actions, and a middle school curriculum guide.

• Resolution to acquire cooling system upgrades at Hudson High School from CCG Automation Inc. for up to $6,810,444
• Equipment lease-purchase agreement with Webster Bank for HVAC equipment, principal up to $5,300,000, interest not over 4.75%, term up to 11 years
• Approval of grants: $4,721 for McDowell Sensory Garden and $882 for German Honor Society trip
• Retirements of Michelle Chiudioni (effective 06-01-23) and Valerie Moga (effective 06-24-23)
• Approval of extracurricular travel for lacrosse, jazz band, marine biology, Science Olympiad, soccer camp, band camp, and 8th grade DC trip

Planning Commission on 2023-03-13 7:30 PM

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use and site plan request for additional fireworks storage containers for American Fireworks. A proposed 33-unit townhome development on Darrow Road was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved Conditional Use and Site Plan for American Fireworks storage expansion (3-1)
• Continued site plan review for 33-unit townhome development at parcel 3003001
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes as edited (3-0, 1 abstain)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-03-08 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider several applications for new homes, additions, and alterations, including a window removal that may violate design standards. They will also revisit a previously discussed proposal for Hudson Community Living at 35 South Oviatt Street, with staff recommending approval of an exception to garage orientation requirements. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• AHBR 23-1306178: Accessory building (645 SF) at 6178 Burr Oak Way, staff recommends approval
• AHBR 22-1166: Addition and alterations at 180 Aurora Street (Historic District), revised plans for garage and rear elevation
• AHBR 23-1121975: Window removal at 1975 W. Highgate Ct. may create blank wall over 12 feet, staff suggests false window
• AHBR 23-1232199: Three-car garage (704 SF) at 2199 East Streetsboro Street needs more windows and consistent siding
• AHBR 23-6: Hudson Community Living at 35 South Oviatt Street, staff recommends exception to garage orientation

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved a new construction project for Hudson Community Living with specific design conditions. The Board also approved several residential applications for new homes, additions, and accessory structures.

• Approved accessory structure at 6178 Burr Oak Way (5-0)
• Approved addition and pergola at 6180 Aurora Street (5-0)
• Approved window removal at 1975 W. Highgate Ct. with faux window or shutters (5-0)
• Approved detached garage at 2199 East Streetsboro Street with siding and fenestration conditions (5-0)
• Approved new home at 25 John Clark Lane with window modifications (5-0)
• Approved new home at 1924 Christine Drive with window modifications (5-0)
• Approved Hudson Community Living construction with conditions on shutters, unit projections, and door styles (5-0)
• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-3-6 at 7:30 PM

The committee will hold elections for the Chair and Vice Chair positions. Members will also discuss Earth Week 2023 and review the committee's goals for the year.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Earth Week 2023 discussion
• 2023 EAC Goals review

The Environmental Awareness Committee approved its minutes and unanimously re-elected Joseph Ortiz as Chair and Karen Farkas as Vice Chair, both by 5-0 votes. The committee also discussed Earth Week 2023, agreeing to shorten the event to 12-4 PM and planning various activities. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Re-elected Joseph Ortiz as Chair (5-0)
• Re-elected Karen Farkas as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes as submitted
• Agreed to shorten Earth Week 2023 to 12-4 PM

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 3-1-2023

The committee is reviewing project schedules, focus areas, and technical analysis results. Members will work to confirm focus areas and develop questions for a forthcoming survey.

• Review of Steering Committee 1 results and technical analysis
• Development of survey questions
• Planning for a statistically valid survey launch in mid-April
• Discussion of marketing, outreach, and public engagement strategies

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee met to continue work on Hudson's comprehensive plan. Members divided into groups to draft survey questions, which OHM will use to prepare an initial survey for review at the next meeting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Divided into groups to draft survey questions for the comprehensive plan
• OHM to draft an initial survey for review at the next meeting

Hudson Board of Education 2023-02-27 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will vote on accepting the county-certified tax amounts and rates for the next fiscal year, totaling $62,591,788 across three funds. The board will also consider routine items including purchase orders, financial reports, personnel actions, and a new middle school speech and debate club.

• Tax levy resolution: General Fund $55,821,043, Debt Fund $5,201,575, Permanent Improvement Fund $1,569,170
• Purchase order: $3,842 to Associated College Press
• Grant: $1,015 from Hudson Preschool Parents for HCER Safety Town
• New extracurricular: Speech and Debate Club at Hudson Middle School
• Summer camp employment contracts totaling up to $33,000 for 12 coaches

Special Meeting of the Park Board 2/27/2023 7PM

The Hudson Park Board will hold a special meeting to address old business on the Inclusive Playground project and enter an executive session to discuss land acquisition. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session for land acquisition discussion
• Inclusive Playground project listed under old business

The Park Board unanimously approved a motion to have engineering study the former YDC property, City Hall, and Middleton Park as potential homes for an inclusive playground. The board reviewed a comparison matrix of 14 potential sites before voting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned to executive session.

• Approved engineering study of former YDC property, City Hall, and Middleton Park for inclusive playground (all in favor)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-02-22 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider several applications, including a demolition request for a circa 1940 house and garage at 25 John Clark Lane, and various additions, alterations, and accessory structures in the historic district. The board will also review consent applications and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Demolition of house and detached garage at 25 John Clark Lane (AHBR 23-10525)
• Fence at 39 Roslyn Avenue (AHBR 23-12139) - staff recommends approval
• Accessory structure (288 SF shed) at 2950 Woodbridge Road (AHBR 23-96)
• Detached garage revision at 110 E. Streetsboro (AHBR 22-1150)
• Addition (502 SF rec room) and pergola at 180 Aurora Street (AHBR 22-1166)

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several residential projects, including a demolition permit and various additions. One application for a rec room and pergola was deferred for a site visit. The Board also approved the amended minutes from February 8, 2023.

• Approved 4’ black aluminum fence at 39 Roslyn Avenue (7-0)
• Approved demolition at 25 John Clark Lane after finding no historic significance (7-0)
• Approved 288 SF shed at 2950 Woodbridge Road (7-0)
• Approved revised attached garage and breezeway at 110 E. Streetsboro (7-0)
• Approved alterations at 233 Aurora Street requiring a wood door instead of fiberglass (7-0)
• Approved garage addition at 897 Ridgewood Blvd with required step back and updated drawings (7-0)
• Approved covered patio and alterations at 7501 S. Mannheim Ct subject to staff approval (7-0)
• Approved attached garage at 2511 Cedarwood Ct with 8-foot or 10-foot door (7-0)

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals on 2023-02-16 7:30 PM

The Hudson Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. The first seeks to fill about 0.2 acres of wetlands to build Hudson Community Living, an institutional residential use, requiring a setback variance and a variance from prohibited activities. The second requests a side-yard setback variance for a pavilion at 180 Aurora Street. The board will also approve minutes from its January 19 meeting.

• Variance to fill ~0.2 acres of wetlands for Hudson Community Living (BZBA 2022-1194)
• Variance for zero-foot wetland setback (required 50 feet) under Section 1207.03(e)(2)
• Variance from prohibited activities in stream corridors/wetlands under Section 1207.03(c)
• Variance for side-yard pavilion at 180 Aurora Street (BZBA 2023-45)
• Approval of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals approved two variance requests: one for the Hudson Community Living project to fill wetlands and another for a residential pavilion in a side yard. The board also approved the minutes from the January 19, 2023, meeting.

• Approved January 19, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved variance to fill 0.2 acres of wetlands and reduce setback to zero feet for Hudson Community Living, contingent on Army Corps of Engineers and Ohio EPA approvals (4-0)
• Approved variance to permit a pavilion structure in the side yard at 180 Aurora Street (3-1)

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 2-15-2023

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee is meeting to discuss survey types and goals for the new plan. Members will also review the existing comprehensive plan to identify key takeaways and desired characteristics for the new version.

• Discussion of traditional and statistically valid survey methods
• Subcommittee discussion regarding types and goals
• Review of existing Comprehensive Plan takeaways and observations
• Discussion of new plan organization, formatting, and branding

The committee agreed to establish Communications & Outreach and Public Engagement subcommittees. Members discussed the use of a statistically valid survey and reviewed the 2015 Comprehensive Plan for potential improvements to format and content.

• Agreed to establish Communications & Outreach and Public Engagement subcommittees

Planning Commission on 2023-02-13 7:30 PM

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use and site plan request for a parking lot expansion at 5939 Darrow Road. The meeting also includes the election of officers and a discussion regarding application procedures within administrative rules.

• Conditional use and site plan request for parking lot expansion at 5939 Darrow Road
• Election of Vice Chair and Design Subcommittee members for Districts 6 and 8
• Discussion of application procedures within the Administrative Rules

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use and site plan request for a parking lot expansion at 5939 Darrow Road. The approval is subject to specific revisions regarding landscaping, lighting, and engineering comments. The commission also elected officers and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved parking lot expansion for Hudson Veterinary Hospital at 5939 Darrow Road (5-1)
• Elected David Nystrom as Vice-Chair (5-1)
• Appointed Melissa Jones as Chair of the District 8 and 9 Design Subcommittee
• Appointed Erik Vaughan as alternate of the District 6 and 8 Design Subcommittee
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-1)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-1)

Hudson Board of Education 2023-02-13 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will vote on a $27,000 services agreement with Experience Management Institute for strategic plan development, plus multiple personnel actions including retirements, new hires, and coaching appointments. The board will also hear updates on the chiller project and a bullying report, and receive public comments.

• Approve $27,000 contract with Experience Management Institute for strategic plan
• Approve appropriation increases: $100,000 to Six District Compact, $50,000 to Student Activity fund
• Approve retirement of Alane Malerick effective 08-28-23
• Approve numerous spring sports coaching appointments (baseball, lacrosse, softball, track, etc.)
• Approve Science Olympiad trip to Columbus, OH on Apr. 28-29, 2023

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-02-08 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider several alteration requests in the Historic District, including a roof replacement at 190 North Main Street that staff recommends denying because asphalt shingles would not match the historic tile roof. The board will also review siding changes at 2425 Hudson Aurora Road that were done without approval, and discuss a proposed residential development at 35 South Oviatt Street.

• 190 North Main Street: roof replacement with black dimensional shingles; staff recommends denial, citing historic tile roof
• 2425 Hudson Aurora Road: siding, metal roof, and stone foundation changes done without approval; staff notes noncompliance
• 64 Aurora Street: revised garage door, rear patio, and window changes to previously approved plans
• 11 South Main Street: window, door, and roof alterations; historic preservation consultant recommends approval with conditions
• 35 South Oviatt Street: informal discussion of new residential development (Hudson Community Living)

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several property alterations in the Historic District, including roof and window changes. The board also approved a siding replacement project with specific conditions for the facade and porch. A new construction proposal for Hudson Community Living was discussed informally without a final decision.

• Approved 2nd floor balcony railing alterations at 119 Hudson Street (5-0)
• Approved roof, window, and door alterations at 64 Aurora Street with window style conditions (5-0)
• Approved log cabin repairs and window/gutter replacements at 11 South Main Street with conditions (5-0)
• Approved siding replacement at 2425 Hudson Aurora Road with five specific conditions (5-0)
• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (4-0, 1 abstain)

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-2-6 at 7:30 PM

The committee will discuss Green Certification, Earth Week 2023, and priorities for the Comprehensive Plan. Members will also review 2023 EAC goals and discuss subscription-based composting.

• Discussion of Green Certification
• Discussion of Earth Week 2023
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Priorities
• Review of 2023 EAC Goals
• Old business regarding subscription-based composting

The Environmental Awareness Committee approved meeting minutes, discussed green certification options, planned Earth Week events, and voted to send memos to the Comprehensive Plan steering committee and City Council regarding environmental priorities and committee goals.

• Approved meeting minutes as submitted (6-0 implied)
• Approved submitting a memo to the Comprehensive Plan steering committee recommending sustainable development, renewable energy expansion, and wetlands preservation (6-0)
• Approved submitting a list of EAC priorities to City Council, with the memo written by the Chair and reviewed by members (6-0)

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 2-1-2023

The committee is conducting group visioning exercises to identify critical issues and opportunities for the city's future. Members will also review focus areas for potential revitalization or redevelopment and discuss upcoming survey methods.

• Group visioning exercises regarding city opportunities and issues
• Mapping exercise to review and confirm plan focus areas
• Discussion of survey methods and project scope

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee met and discussed the project's five phases, existing city conditions, and visioning exercises. No formal decisions were made; the committee will develop a statistically valid community survey and analyze existing conditions as next steps.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational and discussion-based

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-01-25 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several alteration applications within the Historic District, including window and siding work at 64 Aurora Street and roof and deck updates at 27 Owen Brown Street. One application for 132 Franklin Street was approved pending the submission of corrected drawings.

• Approved porch floor replacement at 19 East Main Street (6-0)
• Approved windows, garage, and patio doors at 64 Aurora Street with siding to be blended (6-0)
• Approved roof, deck railings, and flooring at 27 Owen Brown Street (6-0)
• Approved addition and alterations at 132 Franklin Street pending corrected drawings (6-0)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

Environmental Awareness Committee on 2023-1-23 at 7:30 PM (rescheduled from 1-5)

The committee will discuss subscription-based composting and planning for Earth Week 2023. Members will also review green certification topics and comprehensive plan priorities.

• Discussion of subscription-based composting
• Earth Week 2023 planning including Key Club Pollinator Garden
• Green Certification discussion regarding the Inflation Reduction Act
• Review of holiday lights and merchant recycling programs
• Climate Action Workshop announcement

The Environmental Awareness Committee discussed a potential city-managed registry of green-certified homes, a subscription-based composting program with Rubber City Reuse, and plans for Earth Week 2023. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussion only. The committee approved the previous meeting minutes as submitted.

• Approved meeting minutes as submitted
• Discussed green home certification registry (no action taken)
• Discussed subscription-based composting with Rubber City Reuse (no action taken)
• Discussed Earth Week 2023 events including pollinator garden, rain barrel raffle, and EV show (no action taken)

Hudson Board of Education 2023-01-23 7:00 PM

The Hudson Board of Education will consider accepting two alternates for the Hudson High School turf replacement, increasing the contract with FieldTurf USA Inc. from $587,728.67 to $662,767.52. The board will also vote on the consent agenda, financial reports, personnel actions, the high school curriculum guide and student fees for 2023-24, and a policy change for the Ohio Schools Council.

• Acceptance of turf alternates A1 ($38,624.85) and A2 ($36,414), raising total contract to $662,767.52
• Appropriation increase of $400,000 to fund 013 (HCER)
• Purchase order to Connect for $6,930
• Adoption of High School Curriculum Guide with honors weighted grades for highest-level music classes and student fees for 2023-24
• Donation of a Kohler & Campbell baby grand piano valued at $8,500 to the Middle School

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals on 2023-01-19 7:30 PM

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will elect officers and approve minutes from the December 15, 2022 meeting. The board will hold public hearings on two new items: an appeal regarding a proposed Institutional Residential Use by Hudson Community Living LLC and a variance request for a detached garage at 897 Ridgewood Blvd.

• Hearing on appeal of Planning Commission decision for Hudson Community Living LLC Institutional Residential Use (Case No. 2022-822)
• Variance request for 3-foot side yard setback for detached garage at 897 Ridgewood Blvd
• Approval of minutes from December 15, 2022 meeting
• Election of Board officers

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals denied a request to reduce a side yard setback for a detached garage. The Board also elected new officers and tabled an appeal regarding Hudson Community Living LLC pending City Council action.

• Elected Ms. Keller as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Mr. Wagner as Vice-Chair (5-0)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Tabled appeal BZBA 2023-3 regarding Hudson Community Living LLC to February 7, 2023 (5-0)
• Denied variance request for 12-foot side yard setback reduction at 897 Ridgewood Blvd (5-0)

Park Board Meeting 01/16/2023

The Hudson Park Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will approve the minutes from its November 21, 2022 meeting, hear reports from staff and council, and discuss old business including the inclusive playground and parking at Hudson Springs Park. Committee reports will cover topics like tennis/pickleball, dog park, ball fields, golf course, and inclusivity. The board will also consider rescheduling its November 2023 meeting due to a conflict with the Board of Zoning and Building Appeals.

• Discussion of Inclusive Playground
• Discussion of Parking at Hudson Springs Park
• Reschedule November 2023 meeting due to BZBA conflict on November 16
• Approval of 11-21-2022 meeting minutes

The Park Board discussed potential locations for an inclusive playground and directed staff to assess four specific parks. Staff will identify the two best locations and provide infrastructure cost estimates for a February meeting.

• Approved November 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Directed staff to evaluate Highpoint, Robinson Field, Hudson Springs Park, and Colony Park for inclusive playground suitability

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee on 1-11-2023

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will hold a meeting to discuss roles and elect leadership. The committee will also discuss a potential city tour.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of roles for Council Liaison
• Discussion of City Tour

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee held an organizational meeting, electing Doston Jones as chair and Rebecca Leiter as vice-chair. The committee discussed upcoming steps, including a city tour and a dedicated section on Let's Talk Hudson, but made no substantive policy decisions.

• Elected Doston Jones as chair
• Elected Rebecca Leiter as vice-chair

Architectural & Historic Board of Review on 2023-01-11 7:30 PM

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several home additions and alterations, including projects at Laurel Lake Drive and Valley View Road. One application for 64 Aurora Street was partially approved, with the west elevation required for resubmission. The Board also elected its 2023 officers.

• Approved 754 SF garage addition at 37 Laurel Lake Drive (6-0)
• Approved dormer and window replacements at 80 N. Oviatt Street (5-1)
• Approved North, East, and South sides of 64 Aurora Street; West side must be resubmitted (6-0)
• Approved detached garage alterations at 12 Owen Brown Street with a faux window (4-2)
• Approved 950 SF addition at 70 York Drive with amended roofing and siding (6-0)
• Approved deck awning at 77 Keswick Drive with 6x6 posts (5-1)
• Approved residential conversion and additions at 7200 Valley View Road (6-0)
• Elected John Caputo (Chair), Allyn Marzulla (Vice Chair), and John Workley (Secretary)

Hudson Board of Education 2023-01-10 7:00 PM

The Hudson City School District Board of Education will hold its organizational meeting to elect a president and vice president, set the 2023 regular meeting schedule, and make appointments to areas of responsibility. The board will also consider consent agenda items including annual resolutions, a tax budget hearing, personnel actions, and acceptance of gifts and grants.

• Election of Board President and Vice President for 2023
• Set 2023 regular meeting dates, time, and location
• Approve Summit County Tax Budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024
• Accept Kiwanis grants totaling $15,708.55 for school equipment and programs
• Approve pay rate adjustment to Ohio minimum wage of $10.10/hr for employees below that rate

Planning Commission on 2023-01-09 7:30 PM

The Hudson Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on a request by American Fireworks to add storage containers for its fireworks facility. The agenda also includes the swearing-in of new members and the election of officers, including the Chair and Vice Chair. No other specific business items or dollar amounts are listed in the provided text.

• Public hearing for PC 2022-1041: Conditional Use and Site Plan review for additional fireworks storage containers for American Fireworks
• Election of Planning Commission officers (Chair, Vice Chair) and Design Subcommittee for Districts 6 and 8

The Planning Commission elected its officers and reviewed a request for additional fireworks storage containers. The commission voted to continue the application to the next meeting pending the submission of detailed landscaping, grading, and revised site plans.

• Elected Ronald Stolle as Planning Commission Chair (7-0)
• Denied election of David Nystrom as Vice-Chair (3-4)
• Elected David Lehman as Vice-Chair of Planning Commission (4-3)
• Appointed David Lehman as chair of the Design Subcommittee for District 6
• Appointed Melissa Jones as alternate chair of the Design Subcommittee for District 6
• Continued American Fireworks conditional use and site plan request for seven storage containers (7-0)