Groveport, OH

Committee of the Whole

The Groveport Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive department reports and discuss unfinished business, including a Front Street parking discussion. The agenda includes an exit conference packet from Julian & Grube Inc. and a monthly report from the Madison Township Fire Department. Most of the meeting consists of routine reports from city departments.

• Julian & Grube Inc. exit conference packet (item #180-2026)
• Madison Township Fire Department monthly report (item #181-2026)
• Front Street parking discussion (unfinished business)
• Financial report (item #182-2026)
• Police, economic development, public services, and other department reports

City Council

Groveport City Council meets to consider several ordinances, including final readings on employee retirement contributions, administrative code changes, and creating a full-time assistant finance director position. First readings cover street/utility code amendments and participation in ODOT's winter road salt contract. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and reports from city officials.

• Ord. 2026-029: 3rd reading to amend retirement system contribution pickup for city employees
• Ord. 2026-030: 3rd reading to amend administrative code Chapter 143 on employees
• Ord. 2026-031: 3rd reading to create full-time assistant finance director position with emergency declaration
• Ord. 2026-035: 1st reading to amend streets, utilities and public services code
• Ord. 2026-036: 1st reading to authorize participation in ODOT winter road salt contract

City Council

City Council will hold first reading of an ordinance authorizing the widening of US 33 from two to three lanes each direction between I-270 and Gender Rd. Other business includes second readings on codification, OPERS contribution changes, and creation of a full-time Assistant Finance Director. Two zoning map amendments are also up for first reading, affecting parcels at 0 and 5610 Groveport Road.

• First reading of ordinance for widening US 33 from I-270 to Gender Rd (Ord. 2026-032)
• First reading to rezone 16.78 acres at 0 Groveport Road from Planned Industrial Park to Limited Industrial (Ord. 2026-033)
• First reading to rezone 1.86 acres at 5610 Groveport Road from Planned Industrial Park to Community Commercial (Ord. 2026-034)
• Second reading to create full-time Assistant Finance Director position (Ord. 2026-031)
• Third reading to amend Personnel Practices and Policies Handbook (Ord. 2026-027)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several ordinances, including updates to personnel policies and the city's codified ordinances. The body is also considering the creation of a full-time Assistant Finance Director position.

• Ord. 2026-031: Creating the position of full time Assistant Finance Director
• Ord. 2026-027: Amending the Personnel Practices and Policies Handbook
• Ord. 2026-028: Recodification and editing of codified ordinances
• Ord. 2026-029: Amending contributions to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
• Ord. 2026-030: Amending Administrative Code Chapter 143 regarding employees

City Council

City Council will consider a final reading for a zoning variance at 4601 Homer Ohio Lane. The body is also reviewing updates to the personnel handbook and the creation of a full-time Assistant Finance Director position.

• Ord. 2026-022: Zoning variance for permitted uses at 4601 Homer Ohio Lane (Ardent Environmental Services)
• Ord. 2026-027: Amendments to the Personnel Practices and Policies Handbook
• Ord. 2026-031: Creation of a full-time Assistant Finance Director position
• Ord. 2026-028: Recodification and editing of codified ordinances
• Ord. 2026-029: Amendment regarding contributions to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

Public Hearing

The City of Groveport is holding a public hearing to consider a zoning ordinance. The body will review a request for a variance regarding permitted uses for a specific property.

• Ord. 2026-022: Variance for permitted uses at 4601 Homer Ohio Lane (Parcel No. 185-001429), currently zoned Community Commercial (CC), requested by Ardent Environmental Services

Public Hearing

The city council holds a public hearing on a resolution to adopt the tax budget for calendar year 2027. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes, a notice of public hearing, and certification. The main action is the third reading of Resolution 2026-003 adopting the 2027 tax budget.

• Resolution 2026-003 adopting 2027 tax budget
• 2027 Tax Budget Memo (attachment #148-2026)
• Approval of June 8, 2026 public hearing minutes
• Notice of public hearing (attachment #146-2026)
• Certification of public hearing (attachment #147-2026)

The public hearing was held to present the 2027 tax budget resolution (Res. 2026-003), required by Ohio law and to be adopted by July 1, 2026. No vote was taken during the hearing; the resolution was read by title and will be considered at a future meeting. The meeting adjourned after the presentation and discussion.

• Approved June 8, 2026 Public Hearing Minutes as submitted
• Heard presentation on 2027 Tax Budget (Res. 2026-003), no vote taken
• Adjourned at 6:19 p.m. (motion passed unanimously)

City Council

The City Council will vote on purchasing a new sewer jetter and a zoning variance for Ardent Environmental Services. They are also reviewing the proposed 2027 tax budget and updates to city personnel policies.

• Purchase of a Vac-Con sewer jetter via state term schedule
• Zoning variance for 4601 Homer Ohio Lane (Ardent Environmental Services)
• Adoption of the 2027 tax budget
• Amendments to the City Personnel Practices and Policies Handbook
• Discussion regarding data centers

Council voted unanimously to adopt a sewer jetter purchase and the 2027 tax budget, and to amend council rules. No moratorium on data centers was enacted; instead, staff was directed to prepare proposed zoning language for data centers, with an estimated timeline of about two months. A variance for 4601 Homer Ohio Lane was read by title only, and a personnel handbook amendment was referred to committee.

• Adopted Ord. 2026-023 authorizing purchase of a Vac-Con sewer jetter (6-0)
• Adopted Res. 2026-003 adopting the 2027 tax budget (6-0)
• Adopted Res. 2026-004 amending the rules of council (6-0)
• Referred Ord. 2026-027 (personnel handbook amendment) to Committee of the Whole
• Directed staff to draft data center zoning code language (consensus, no formal vote)
• No moratorium on data centers pursued (consensus)

Committee of the Whole

The Groveport City Council will discuss Front Street parking arrangements and consider final passage of an ordinance to buy a sewer jetter for the Public Service Department. The meeting also covers proposed updates to the Rules of Council, a financial report, and standard departmental updates from city staff.

• Ord. 2026-023: Purchase of a VAC-CON sewer jetter for Public Services
• Discussion on Front Street parking arrangements
• Proposed changes to City Council Rules of Council
• Monthly financial report review

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval for the purchase of a Vac-Con sewer jetter to replace a 1986 model. Council also directed staff to research the cost and legality of painting yellow curbs at intersections citywide. No changes were made to the permit parking system on Front Street.

• Recommended approval of $99,884.35 purchase of Vac-con sewer jetter (6-0)
• Approved May 18, 2026 meeting minutes
• Directed staff to research citywide intersection curb painting for August meeting
• Decided against striping parking stalls on Front Street

Public Hearing

Groveport is holding a public hearing on a zoning variance for 6027 Groveport Road (parcel 185-000916), currently zoned Community Commercial. Solutions Staffing is the applicant. The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval with conditions on May 4, and this is the third reading of the ordinance by City Council.

• Ord. 2026-016: Variance for permitted uses at 6027 Groveport Road, parcel 185-000916, Community Commercial district, applicant Solutions Staffing
• Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval with conditions on 5/4/26
• Council referred the item 4/27/26; third reading scheduled for this hearing

The City Council held a public hearing regarding a requested use variance for Solution Staffing. The applicant seeks to operate a staffing agency within a Community Commercial zoning district, which currently does not permit such uses. No final vote or decision was recorded in these minutes.

• Approved April 13, 2026 City Council Minutes

City Council

Council will swear in Mark McDonough as the new Chief of Police and hold final votes on four ordinances, including a zoning variance for Solutions Staffing at 6027 Groveport Road and changes to permit fee rules. Two annexation petitions totaling about 4.25 acres in Madison Township are up for first reading. Council will also consider authorizing a sewer jetter purchase and a health services contract with Franklin County.

• Swearing in of Chief of Police Mark McDonough
• Ord. 2026-016: Zoning variance for 6027 Groveport Road (Solutions Staffing applicant), third and final reading
• Ord. 2026-019: Rescinds double permit fee for unpermitted work and modifies reinspection fee
• Ord. 2026-023: Authorizes purchase of Vac-Con sewer jetter for Public Service Dept via state cooperative purchase plan, second reading
• Ord. 2026-024 & 2026-025: Annexation of 1.07 and 3.18 acres in Madison Township (Jackson B. Reynolds III, petitioner), first readings

The City Council approved multiple ordinances regarding zoning, cemetery rules, and health services. They also approved a water tap fee refund for a property owner on Main Street and postponed two annexation petitions indefinitely.

• Approved May 26, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved refund of $2,170 water tap fees (5-0)
• Adopted amended zoning variance ordinance for 6027 Groveport Road (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending permit and reinspection fees (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Board of Cemetery Trustees rules (5-0)
• Adopted emergency ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 2002-010 (5-0)
• Postponed annexation of 1.07 acres at Madison Township indefinitely (5-0)
• Postponed annexation of 3.18 acres at Madison Township indefinitely (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold third readings on ordinances setting credit card convenience fees for payments to Community Affairs, Recreation Center, and Building/Zoning. Second readings include a zoning variance for 6027 Groveport Road (Solutions Staffing) and amendments to permit fees and cemetery board rules. First readings include a zoning variance for 4601 Homer Ohio Lane and authorization to purchase a sewer jetter.

• Ord. 2026-017: sets credit card convenience fees for city payments
• Ord. 2026-016: zoning variance for 6027 Groveport Road (Solutions Staffing)
• Ord. 2026-019: rescinds double permit fee, modifies reinspection fee
• Ord. 2026-022: zoning variance for 4601 Homer Ohio Lane (Ardent Environmental)
• Ord. 2026-023: purchase of Vac-Con sewer jetter via cooperative plan

Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2026-017 setting credit card convenience fees for three city departments. Two annexation ordinances (2026-024, 2026-025) were postponed to June 8. Several other ordinances were moved to second reading or referred to committee. Traffic concerns from the Main Street construction closure were discussed, with signage expected the next day.

• Adopted credit card convenience fee ordinance (6-0)
• Postponed annexation for 1.07 acres (Ord. 2026-024) to June 8
• Postponed annexation for 3.18 acres (Ord. 2026-025) to June 8
• Referred sewer jetter purchase (Ord. 2026-023) to Committee of the Whole
• Referred use variance for 4601 Homer Ohio Lane to Planning & Zoning Commission

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially advance ordinances setting credit card convenience fees for payments to Community Affairs, Recreation Center, and Building & Zoning, and rescinding the double permit fee for work done without permits. They will also hear a property value update from the Franklin County Auditor and consider a proclamation for the Groveport Madison Cheer Team. Various department heads will provide reports on finances, police, economic development, and other services.

• Third reading of Ord. 2026-017 to set credit card convenience fees for three city departments.
• Second reading of Ord. 2026-019 to remove double permit fee and modify reinspection fee.
• Second reading of Ord. 2026-020 to amend Cemetery Board rules and regulations.
• Second reading of Ord. 2026-021 to repeal an outdated 2002 ordinance.
• Presentation from Franklin County Auditor on 2026 property value updates.

The Committee of the Whole unanimously recommended approval of four ordinances. One ordinance rescinds the double permit fee for work without a permit, aiming to encourage compliance over penalty. Other ordinances amend cemetery regulations, correct credit card fee placement in code, and transfer fire inspection fee collection to Madison Township. All recommendations go to the City Council for final action.

• Approved Ord. 2026-017 (credit card fee reorganization) 6-0
• Approved Ord. 2026-019 (rescind double permit fee) 6-0
• Approved Ord. 2026-020 (cemetery rules & fees) 6-0
• Approved Ord. 2026-021 (repeal fire fee pass-through) 6-0
• Approved April 20, 2026 committee minutes
• Received Franklin County property value update (no action)

City Council

The council will hold a second reading on an ordinance establishing credit card convenience fees for payments to community affairs, the recreation center, and the building and zoning department. A first reading will consider an employment agreement for Mark McDonough as chief of police. Other proposals include rescinding the double permit fee for unpermitted work and modifying reinspection fees.

• Second reading of ordinance setting credit card convenience fees for payments to Community Affairs, Recreation Center, and Building & Zoning
• First reading of ordinance to approve employment agreement with Mark McDonough as Chief of Police
• First reading to rescind double permit fee for work started without permits and modify reinspection fee
• First reading to amend rules of the Board of Cemetery Trustees
• Repeal of 2002 ordinance

Council approved previous meeting minutes and amended the agenda to move a police chief employment agreement to Other Business. No ordinances received final passage. Council referred a resident's parking concerns to the Committee of the Whole for further discussion. Public comment included concerns about Flock Safety ALPR cameras, but no action was taken.

• Approved April 27, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Moved Ordinance 2026-018 (police chief employment agreement) to Other Business (6-0)
• Referred Front Street parking discussion to Committee of the Whole (6-0)

City Council

City Council

The City Council will hold first readings on two ordinances. One would grant a zoning variance for a property at 6027 Groveport Road for Solutions Staffing. The other would set credit card convenience fees for payments to Community Affairs, the Recreation Center, and Building and Zoning.

• First reading of Ord. 2026-016: variance for permitted uses at 6027 Groveport Road (parcel 185-000916) for Solutions Staffing in Community Commercial zone
• First reading of Ord. 2026-017: amendment to set credit card convenience fees for payments received by Community Affairs, Recreation Center, and Building and Zoning
• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2026 City Council meeting
• Reports from Mayor, Administrator, Acting Police Chief, Finance Director, Law Director, Development Director, and council members

Council denied a property owner's request to reclassify roofing permit fees to a lower category, upholding the existing fee schedule. Council approved formally naming two recreation center buildings as Wertz Grove and Rary's Port, and renaming the second-floor activity space from KidSpace to Rary's Port Activity Center, both by 6-0 votes. Two ordinances received first readings: a zoning variance for 6027 Groveport Road and a credit card convenience fee amendment; both were referred to committees. Council also scheduled a special meeting for a police chief appointment vote.

• Denied request to reclassify roofing permit fees as membrane (no motion)
• Approved naming buildings Wertz Grove and Rary's Port (6-0)
• Approved renaming second-floor activity space to Rary's Port Activity Center (6-0)
• Referred zoning variance ordinance for 6027 Groveport Road (Ord. 2026-016) to Planning & Zoning Commission
• Referred credit card convenience fee ordinance (Ord. 2026-017) to Committee of the Whole
• Scheduled special council meeting for Thursday at 5:00 PM to vote on police chief appointment

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a proposal to rename KidSpace and discuss installing a generator at the Recreation Center. They will also receive financial and departmental reports from police, public services, and other city offices.

• Proposed renaming of KidSpace
• Recreation Center generator discussion
• Finance report (document attached)
• Police department monthly report
• Multiple departmental reports (EDEV, PS, B&Z, Golf, Rec, etc.)

Council reached consensus not to include a $850,000 generator for the Recreation Center in the FY2027 budget, citing more pressing capital needs. Staff was directed to continue monitoring grant opportunities for potential future funding. Council also endorsed a two-letter outreach campaign to compel compliance with EPA lead and copper service line inventory requirements, with warnings of possible water service interruption.

• Consensus not to fund Recreation Center generator in FY2027 budget (6-0)
• Directed staff to monitor grants for generator funding
• Endorsed two-letter outreach campaign for lead/copper compliance
• Took KidSpace renaming under advisement, no formal action
• Approved March 16, 2026 Council Minutes as submitted
• Received financial report showing income tax collections down ~8%

Public Hearing

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding a proposed zoning variance for property at 537 Main Street, currently zoned Community Commercial (CC). The applicant, Josh Bishop, seeks a variance for permitted uses. The Planning & Zoning Commission has recommended approval with conditions.

• Zoning variance request for 537 Main Street (parcels 185-000037 & 185-000159)

City Council

The City Council will conduct third readings on two ordinances: a zoning variance for 537 Main Street to allow a different use in the Community Commercial district, and an agreement with Groveport Madison School District to provide a school resource officer. Reports from the mayor, administrator, police chief, and other officials will be heard.

• Third reading of Ord. 2026-010: zoning variance for 537 Main St.
• Third reading of Ord. 2026-015: school resource officer agreement with Groveport Madison School District
• Approval of March 23, 2026 meeting minutes
• Reports from Mayor, Administrator, Acting Police Chief, and other department heads

Council approved Ord. 2026-010, granting a zoning variance for 537 Main Street with conditions including enclosed repair bays and no outdoor storage. The ordinance also received an amendment adding an area variance for parking requirements. Separately, Council approved the annual school resource officer agreement with Groveport Madison School District (6-0).

• Amended and adopted Ord. 2026-010 variance for 537 Main Street (6-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2026-015 school resource officer agreement (6-0)
• Approved March 23, 2026 meeting minutes as submitted
• Entered executive session for personnel and litigation (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances during this meeting. Items include a contract for recreation center equipment, a zoning variance for 537 Main Street, and an agreement for a school resource officer.

• Ordinance 2026-013: Contract with Accurate Mechanical, Inc. to replace heating and cooling equipment at the Recreation Center
• Ordinance 2026-010: Zoning variance for property at 537 Main Street (Josh Bishop, applicant)
• Ordinance 2026-014: Amendment to Part Nine - Streets, Utilities and Public Services Code
• Ordinance 2026-015: Agreement with Groveport Madison School District to provide a school resource officer

The Groveport City Council approved a heating and cooling replacement contract for the Recreation Center and adopted an emergency ordinance updating utility codes to align with Columbus rates immediately. Council also appointed four members to a new Rules of Council Committee. These decisions maintain city facilities, ensure rate continuity for local businesses and residents, and update municipal governance procedures.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-013 authorizing a heating and cooling replacement contract for the Recreation Center (5-0)
• Suspended rules and adopted Ordinance 2026-014 amending utility codes to take effect immediately alongside Columbus rates (5-0)
• Approved March 9, 2026 meeting minutes as submitted
• Appointed Council Members Cleary, Hise, Fraser, and Ansar-Barsa to the new Rules of Council Committee (5-0)
• Read by title Ordinance 2026-010 granting a zoning variance for 537 Main Street (pending vote)
• Read by title Ordinance 2026-015 authorizing a School Resource Officer agreement with Groveport Madison Schools (pending vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Groveport Committee of the Whole will consider authorizing a contract for recreation center heating and cooling equipment and an agreement with the Groveport Madison School District for a School Resource Officer. The body will also review an ordinance amending the city's streets and utilities code.

• Ordinance 2026-013: Authorizes contract with Accurate Mechanical, Inc for recreation center HVAC replacement
• Ordinance 2026-014: Amends streets, utilities, and public services code with an emergency declaration
• Ordinance 2026-015: Authorizes agreement with Groveport Madison School District for a School Resource Officer
• Guests: Madison Township Representative and Warren Motts - Motts Military Museum
• Approval of February 16, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes

The committee recommended three ordinances for full council action: updating water and sanitary sewer tap fees to align with neighboring communities, renewing the school resource officer agreement through July 2029, and replacing aging heating and cooling equipment at the recreation center. Staff also advised against pursuing a recreation center generator project this year due to current debt levels and reduced income tax collections.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2026-013 for recreation center HVAC replacement (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2026-014 updating water and sewer tap fees to regional rates (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2026-015 renewing the school resource officer agreement through July 2029 (4-0)
• Deferred recreation center generator project discussion due to budget constraints

City Council

The City Council will hold a third reading and vote on a contract for roof replacement at the Groveport Municipal Golf Course using a cooperative purchase plan, waiving competitive bidding. A second reading will consider HVAC equipment replacement at the Recreation Center. First readings include an emergency ordinance amending the streets, utilities, and public services code, and an agreement with Groveport Madison School District for a school resource officer. Reports include a retirement letter from Police Chief Casey Adams and a memo on sewerage system capacity charges.

• Third reading of Ord. 2026-008: authorize contract with Tremco/Weatherproofing Technologies and/or Kalkreuth Roofing for roof replacement at the Groveport Municipal Golf Course
• Second reading of Ord. 2026-013: contract with Accurate Mechanical for HVAC replacement at the Recreation Center
• First reading of Ord. 2026-014: emergency ordinance amending Part Nine – Streets, Utilities and Public Services Code
• First reading of Ord. 2026-015: agreement with Groveport Madison School District to provide a school resource officer
• Report includes retirement letter from Chief of Police Casey Adams (Attachment #044-2026)

The council adopted Ordinance 2026-008, authorizing a contract to replace sections of the roof at the municipal golf course. It also approved appointments of Jamie Hise to the Records Commission, Ben Strunk to the Trees & Decorations Committee, and Mindy Kay as the Certified Records designee. A motion to excuse absent member Jean Ann Hilbert was approved, and the February 23, 2026 minutes were accepted as submitted.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-008 for golf course roof replacement contract (vote 5-0)
• Approved appointment of Jamie Hise to the Records Commission (vote 5-0)
• Approved appointment of Ben Strunk to the Trees & Decorations Committee (vote 5-0)
• Approved appointment of Mindy Kay as Certified Records designee (vote 5-0)
• Approved motion to excuse Council Member Jean Ann Hilbert (vote 5-0)
• Approved February 23, 2026 City Council minutes as submitted
• Referred Ordinance 2026-014 to the Committee of the Whole
• Referred Ordinance 2026-015 to the Committee of the Whole

City Council

The Groveport City Council will consider several ordinances, including a $5.375 million bond anticipation note for street, water, sewer, and stormwater work on Wirt Road. Additional items include bond notes for a new pickleball facility, parking lot improvements, and contracts for roof and HVAC replacements that waive competitive bidding. The council will also review amendments to the planning and zoning code and annual appropriation changes.

• Ord. 2026-005: authorize bond anticipation notes not to exceed $5,375,000 for street, water, sewer, and stormwater projects on Wirt Road
• Ord. 2026-003: authorize bond anticipation notes not to exceed $1,300,000 for a recreational facility with pickleball courts
• Ord. 2026-004: authorize bond anticipation notes not to exceed $1,175,000 for public parking lot and alley improvements
• Ord. 2026-008: contract with Tremco/Weatherproofing Technologies and/or Kalkreuth Roofing for roof replacement at the Groveport Municipal Golf Course (waiving competitive bidding)
• Ord. 2026-013: contract with Accurate Mechanical, Inc. for heating and cooling equipment replacement at the Recreation Center (waiving competitive bidding)

The council adopted several bond anticipation note ordinances, including $5,375,000 for street, water, sewer and stormwater work on Wirt Road, $1,300,000 for a pickleball facility, $1,175,000 for parking lot improvements, and a consolidated bond issue. It also retired badge number 7 and gifted it to Chief Adams, postponed an RV‑regulation ordinance, and appointed Bill Eddy to the Personnel Review Board and Abdullah Ansar‑Barsa as the senior‑center liaison. All motions passed unanimously (6‑0).

• Retired badge #7 and gifted it to Chief Adams – adopted (6‑0)
• Postponed RV and camper ordinance (Ord. 2025‑033) indefinitely – adopted (6‑0)
• Approved $1.3 M bond notes for pickleball facility (Ord. 2026‑003) – adopted (6‑0)
• Approved $1.175 M bond notes for parking lot and alley improvements (Ord. 2026‑004) – adopted (6‑0)
• Approved $5.375 M bond notes for Wirt Road street, water, sewer, stormwater projects (Ord. 2026‑005) – adopted (6‑0)
• Approved consolidated bond anticipation note ordinance (Ord. 2026‑006) – adopted (6‑0)
• Appointed Bill Eddy to the Personnel Review Board – adopted (6‑0)
• Appointed Abdullah Ansar‑Barsa as Council Representative to the Senior Center – adopted (6‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Groveport Committee of the Whole will consider authorizing bond anticipation notes totaling up to $7,850,000 for recreational facilities, parking lot improvements, Wirt Road infrastructure, and a golf course roof replacement. The body will also discuss the potential renaming of KidSpace and review departmental reports.

• Authorize up to $1.3M for pickleball courts and shelters
• Authorize up to $1.175M for parking lots and alleyways
• Authorize up to $5.375M for Wirt Road water, sewer, and stormwater projects
• Authorize up to $5.375M for golf course roof replacement
• Discuss potential renaming of KidSpace

The Committee of the Whole unanimously approved five bond‑anticipation note ordinances totaling $7.85 million, including funding for Wirt Road, public parking lots, and related site improvements. Council also approved a contract for roof replacement at the municipal golf course. Council voted to revisit the proposed renaming of KidSpace at the April Committee of the Whole meeting.

• Approved Ord. 2026-003 bond notes up to $1,300,000 (6‑0)
• Approved Ord. 2026-004 bond notes up to $1,175,000 (6‑0)
• Approved Ord. 2026-005 bond notes up to $5,375,000 (6‑0)
• Approved Ord. 2026-006 consolidation of up to three bond note issues (6‑0)
• Approved Ord. 2026-008 contract with Tremco/Weatherproofing Technologies and Kalkreuth Roofing for golf course roof replacement (6‑0)
• Decided to revisit KidSpace naming at the April Committee of the Whole meeting

City Council

City Council is reviewing several ordinances to issue bond anticipation notes for public works and recreational facilities. The body is also considering contracts for golf course equipment and city vehicle purchases.

• Bond notes up to $5,375,000 for street, water, sewer, and stormwater projects near Wirt Road
• Bond notes up to $1,300,000 for a recreational facility with pickleball courts, shelters, and bleachers
• Bond notes up to $1,175,000 for public parking lots and alleyway reconstruction
• Zoning variance request for the property at 537 Main Street
• Purchase of two Toro Reelmaster tractors and 78 GPS units for the municipal golf course

The council approved several ordinances, including the purchase of two golf‑course tractors, 78 GPS units for the municipal golf‑cart fleet, a Freightliner snow‑truck, roof repairs at the municipal golf course, a cemetery emergency ordinance, and a zoning variance for 537 Main Street. It also adopted two emergency annexation service resolutions for parcels in Madison Township. All motions passed unanimously with six votes in favor.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-001 to purchase two Toro Reelmaster tractors (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-002 to purchase 78 GPS units for golf‑cart fleet (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-007 to purchase a Freightliner cab and chassis for snow/ice control (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-008 for roof replacement at the municipal golf course (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-009 amending cemetery rules with emergency language (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-010 granting a zoning variance for 537 Main Street (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-001 for emergency services to parcel 180-001126 (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-002 for emergency services to parcel 180-001454 (6‑0)

City Council

At this special meeting, the Groveport City Council will hold third readings on two ordinances: one amending the planning and zoning code (Ord. 2025-033) and another creating a full-time Planning & Zoning Manager position (Ord. 2025-054). Second readings are also scheduled for two ordinances authorizing purchases for the municipal golf course: two Toro Reelmower tractors and 78 GPS units for the cart fleet. The council will also approve minutes from a previous special meeting and handle procedural items.

• Third reading of Ord. 2025-033: amending Planning and Zoning Code sections 1102.02 and 1177.08
• Third reading of Ord. 2025-054: creating full-time Planning & Zoning Manager position with pay grade
• Second reading of Ord. 2026-001: authorizing purchase of two Toro Reelmaster tractors and equipment for golf course via cooperative plan
• Second reading of Ord. 2026-002: authorizing contract with Club Car for 78 GPS units for golf course cart fleet
• Approval of December 8, 2025 special meeting minutes

The council adopted Ordinance 2025‑054, establishing a full‑time Planning & Zoning Manager in the Planning & Development Department and approving the associated job description and pay grade. The council postponed Ordinance 2025‑033 on RV parking until the February 23, 2026 meeting. Council members appointed Karen Fraser and Jamie Hise to fill two vacant council seats, and the council entered and exited an executive session, waiving attorney‑client privilege for a pending investigation.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑054 creating full‑time Planning & Zoning Manager (Yes: Cleary, Lockett, Ansar‑Barsa, Hilbert)
• Amended Ordinance 2025‑054 to place position in Planning & Development Department (Yes: Cleary, Lockett, Ansar‑Barsa, Hilbert)
• Amended Ordinance 2025‑054 to attach job description (Yes: Cleary, Lockett, Ansar‑Barsa, Hilbert)
• Postponed Ordinance 2025‑033 on RV parking to Feb 23 2026 (Yes: Cleary, Lockett, Ansar‑Barsa, Hilbert)
• Entered and exited Executive Session (Yes: Cleary, Lockett, Ansar‑Barsa, Hilbert)
• Waived attorney‑client privilege in sergeant promotion exam investigation (Yes: Cleary, Lockett, Ansar‑Barsa, Hilbert)
• Appointed Karen Fraser to vacant council seat (Yes: Cleary, Lockett, Ansar‑Barsa, Hilbert)
• Appointed Jamie Hise to vacant council seat (Yes: Cleary, Lockett, Ansar‑Barsa, Hilbert)

City Council

The City Council will hold third readings and likely final votes on ordinances to amend the zoning code and create a full-time Planning & Zoning Manager. Second readings are scheduled for purchasing two Toro Reelmaster tractors and 78 GPS units for the municipal golf course, both via cooperative purchase plans waiving competitive bidding. Reports from the mayor, administrator, police chief, finance director, law director, and development director are also on the agenda.

• Third reading: Ord. 2025-033 – amend Planning & Zoning Code sections 1102.02 and 1177.08
• Third reading: Ord. 2025-054 – create full-time Planning & Zoning Manager position
• Second reading: Ord. 2026-001 – purchase two Toro Reelmaster tractors for golf course via Sourcewell cooperative
• Second reading: Ord. 2026-002 – purchase 78 GPS units from Club Car for golf cart fleet
• Reports from mayor, administrator, police chief, finance director, law director, and development director

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several ordinances, including a third reading of Ord. 2025-054 to create a full-time Planning & Zoning Manager position, and second readings for purchasing two Toro Reelmaster tractors and 78 GPS units for the municipal golf course. The meeting also includes a financial report, a report from the Madison Township Fire Department, and updates from various city departments.

• Ord. 2025-054 — third reading to create a full-time Planning & Zoning Manager position
• Ord. 2026-001 — second reading to purchase two Toro Reelmaster tractors for the golf course via cooperative purchase plan
• Ord. 2026-002 — second reading to purchase 78 GPS units for the golf cart fleet
• Madison Township Representative report on MTFD monthly activities
• Financial report and departmental reports from Police, Economic Development, Public Services, Golf, and others

The Committee of the Whole voted to recommend approval of an ordinance creating a full‑time Planning & Zoning Manager position. It also recommended two golf‑course purchases: two Toro Reelmaster tractors and 78 GPS units for the cart fleet. The council moved into executive session and then adjourned the meeting.

• Recommended approval of Ord. 2025-054 creating full‑time Planning & Zoning Manager (vote 4‑0)
• Recommended approval of Ord. 2026-001 to purchase two Toro Reelmaster tractors for the golf course (vote 4‑0)
• Recommended approval of Ord. 2026-002 to purchase 78 GPS units for the golf course cart fleet (vote 4‑0)
• Motion to go into executive session at 6:01 p.m. approved (vote 4‑0)
• Motion to come out of executive session at 6:38 p.m. approved (vote 4‑0)
• Motion to adjourn at 6:38 p.m. approved (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold a second reading of an ordinance to create a full-time Planning & Zoning Manager position. It will also consider first readings for purchasing two Toro Reelmaster tractors and 78 GPS units for the municipal golf course, both waiving competitive bidding. Additionally, the council will elect a Council President Pro-Tem and Vice Chair.

• Second reading of Ord. 2025-054 creating a full-time Planning & Zoning Manager position and setting pay grade
• First reading of Ord. 2026-001 authorizing purchase of two Toro Reelmaster tractors for the golf course via cooperative plan, waiving competitive bidding
• First reading of Ord. 2026-002 authorizing purchase of 78 GPS units for golf course cart fleet, waiving competitive bidding
• Election of Council President Pro-Tem and Vice Chair

The Groveport City Council approved the December 15, 2025 minutes and elected Shawn Cleary as President Pro-Tem and Jean Ann Hilbert as Vice-Chair, both by unanimous 4-0 votes. Two ordinances were introduced and referred to the Committee of the Whole: one to purchase two Toro Reelmaster tractors for the golf course and another to buy 78 GPS units for the golf cart fleet, both waiving competitive bidding. The council also entered executive session to consider the appointment of a public official, with no action taken afterward. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 15, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Appointed Shawn Cleary as President Pro-Tem (4-0)
• Appointed Jean Ann Hilbert as Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Referred Ord. 2026-001 (Toro tractors purchase) to Committee of the Whole
• Referred Ord. 2026-002 (GPS units for golf carts) to Committee of the Whole
• Entered executive session to consider appointment of a public official (4-0)