Twinsburg public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Twinsburg Planning Commission will hold a work session to review a preliminary site plan for an office building at 8093 Darrow Road and discuss pending Ordinance 121-2023, which amends zoning regulations and the administrative code regarding the city's Environmental Commission. The regular meeting will include approval of previous minutes, public participation, and further review of the ordinance.

• Preliminary site plan for office building at 8093 Darrow Road (PP#6409670)
• Review of Ordinance 121-2023 amending Section 1103.11 of Zoning and Development Regulations
• Review of Ordinance 121-2023 amending Chapter 151 of Administrative Code regarding Environmental Commission
• Approval of December 4, 2023 minutes
• Public participation period

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council is meeting to conduct interviews for vacancies on the JEDI Committee and the Environmental Commission. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Interviews for JEDI Committee vacancy
• Interviews for Environmental Commission vacancy

City Council

Twinsburg City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the 2024 permanent appropriation ordinance, membership fees for the fitness center and waterpark, and a contract for the Glenwood Road resurfacing project. The agenda also includes appointments to city committees and a conditional use permit for a daycare. The meeting includes both a caucus and a regular session, with several items on first, second, or third reading.

• Ordinance 114-2023: 2024 permanent appropriations (third reading)
• Ordinance 124-2023: Fitness center and waterpark membership fees (first reading)
• Resolution 130-2023: LPA agreement with ODOT for Glenwood Road resurfacing from Ravenna Road to Darrow Road (PID# 116505)
• Ordinance 132-2023: Repealing Ordinance 116-23 and amending income tax chapter
• Motion 1: Conditional use permit for daycare on East Aurora Road (parcels 64-00626, 64-01782, 64-01198)

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Twinsburg Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee is holding a special meeting with breakout sessions for its three subcommittees: Justice & Police Relations, City Employment Diversity, and Community Outreach. The agenda includes subcommittee reports and time for audience participation, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Subcommittee breakout sessions on Justice & Police Relations, City Employment Diversity, and Community Outreach
• Subcommittee reports scheduled
• Next meeting set for Monday, January 8th at 6:00 pm

Architecture Review Board

The Architecture Review Board will review a request to alter the front entry/exit door at 2057 E. Aurora Road Unit 2, submitted by Yenchih Lin of The Church in Cleveland. The board will also take public comment, approve prior meeting minutes, and excuse absent members.

• Case 23-11-63: front entry/exit door alteration at 2057 E. Aurora Road Unit 2

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Building & Zoning Code Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding Appeal #04-2023. The board is reviewing two variance requests to allow a non-conforming parking area for a proposed child day care center.

• Variance request for a 15 ft. front setback from the Right-of Way on Creekside Drive (10 ft. reduction from the required 25 ft.)
• Variance request to reduce required parking spaces from 64 to 31

City Council

Twinsburg City Council meets Dec. 5 to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the 2024 permanent appropriations budget, an income tax code amendment, and confirmation of mayoral appointments for law and finance directors. The agenda also includes a proclamation for an Eagle Scout and committee appointments.

• Ordinance 114-2023: 2024 permanent appropriations budget, emergency declared
• Ordinance 116-2023: amends income tax chapter of codified ordinances
• Resolution 123-2023: contract with Summit County Legal Defender's Office for indigent defense
• Ordinance 124-2023: sets fitness center and waterpark membership fees
• Ordinance 125-2023 and 126-2023: confirm Matthew J. Vazzana as law director and Christina M. Conway as finance director

Planning Commission

The Twinsburg Planning Commission is meeting to review and discuss Pending Ordinance 121-2023, which amends zoning and administrative code sections regarding the city's Environmental Commission. They will also discuss a zoning code update. The meeting includes a work session and a regular meeting with public participation.

• Review of Pending Ordinance 121-2023 amending Section 1103.11 and Chapter 151 regarding the Environmental Commission
• Discussion of Zoning Code Update
• Public participation period

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will hold a ceremony to swear in the Mayor and Council members. This meeting is dedicated to the official induction of the elected officials.

• Swearing-in of Mayor Sam Scaffide
• Swearing-in of Chuck Bonacci (Ward 1)
• Swearing-in of Daisy Walker (Ward 2)
• Swearing-in of Karen Labbe (Ward 3)
• Swearing-in of Bill Furey (At-Large)

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting to discuss and vote on several ordinances, including the 2024 permanent appropriations budget, a salary ordinance, and a mutual aid agreement with Aurora for police services. The agenda also includes a resolution acknowledging financial statements and an ordinance to extend the fire/EMS contract with Twinsburg Township.

• Ordinance 104-2023: Mutual aid agreement with Aurora for emergency police services
• Ordinance 114-2023: 2024 permanent appropriations ordinance
• Ordinance 118-2023: Salary ordinance for certain city employees
• Ordinance 119-2023: Accepting Eclipse Co., LLC bid for Parks Improvement Project
• Ordinance 120-2023: Extending fire/EMS contract with Twinsburg Township

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and receive a presentation on the 2024 budget, including an overview of appropriations requests. No votes on specific spending items are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of the 2024 Budget: Overview of Appropriations Requests
• Approval of November 12, 2023 Finance Committee minutes

Planning Commission

The Twinsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and work session on a conditional use permit for a child day care facility at 2644-2650 E. Aurora Road, followed by a regular meeting to vote on the permit. The agenda also includes approval of the October 16, 2023 minutes and public participation.

• Conditional use permit for child day care facility at 2644-2650 E. Aurora Road (PP# 64-00626, 64-01782, 64-01198)
• Public hearing on the day care permit
• Work session on the day care permit
• Approval of October 16, 2023 minutes
• Public participation

Architecture Review Board

The Architecture Review Board will hold a public meeting to review two sign-related cases: illuminating an existing sign for Jasmine Beauty Center at 2569 E. Aurora Road, and relocating an existing sign for Power Appliance at 10735 Ravenna Road Unit 300. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and address member absences.

• Case 23-11-61: Illuminate existing sign at Jasmine Beauty Center, 2569 E. Aurora Road
• Case 23-11-62: Relocate existing Power Appliance sign at 10735 Ravenna Road Unit 300
• Approval of minutes from November 2, 2023

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting on November 14, 2023. The caucus will discuss Parks & Recreation field use rules. The regular meeting includes several pieces of legislation, including the 2024 permanent appropriations ordinance, an income tax amendment, a police mutual aid agreement with Aurora, a jail services contract with Solon, and a salary ordinance.

• Ordinance 104-2023: Mutual aid agreement with Aurora for emergency police services
• Resolution 111-2023: Agreement with ODOT for Highland Road improvement project (PID# 116479)
• Resolution 112-2023: Jail services contract with Solon
• Ordinance 114-2023: 2024 permanent appropriations ordinance
• Ordinance 116-2023: Amendment to Chapter 182 regarding income tax

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear a presentation on the 2024 budget, including an overview of 2023 revenue and 2024 projected revenue. They will also receive a monthly income tax overview and consider approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Presentation of the 2024 Budget with 2023 revenue overview and 2024 projections
• Monthly Income Tax Overview
• Approval of September 26, 2023 Finance Committee Minutes

Safety Committee

The Safety Committee will meet to discuss agreements regarding the Solon Jail and a Township Fire contract. The body will also review security for large events and the 2023 ISO grading.

• Solon Jail Agreement
• Township Fire Contract
• PD/FD joint discussion on security for large events and Twins Days
• Weather Warning Sirens update
• Insurance Services Organization (ISO) 2023 grading explanation

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee will conduct breakout sessions for three subcommittees. These sessions will focus on justice and police relations, city employment diversity, and community outreach.

• Justice & Police Relations subcommittee session
• City Employment Diversity subcommittee session
• Community Outreach subcommittee session

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss a request for a Fire Lieutenant promotional exam and the establishment of a new Planning and Zoning Assistant position in the Classified, Noncompetitive Civil Service.

• Request for Fire Lieutenant promotional exam from Chief Bosso
• Proposal to establish a new Planning and Zoning Assistant position

Architecture Review Board

The Architecture Review Board will review five cases: new restrooms at Glen Chamberlin Park, a new entry door and sidewalk at 9224 Darrow Road, a ramp roof at 2651 E. Aurora Road, a house and garage demolition at 9385 Shepard Road, and a home addition at 2799 Max Court. Public participation is allowed. The board will also approve minutes from October 19, 2023.

• Case 23-11-56: New restrooms at 10260 Ravenna Road (Glen Chamberlin Park)
• Case 23-11-57: New entry door & sidewalk at 9224 Darrow Road Units Z, AA
• Case 23-11-58: Ramp roof at 2651 E. Aurora Road (Twinsburg Family Medicine and Foot & Ankle Center)
• Case 23-11-59: House & garage demolition at 9385 Shepard Road
• Case 23-11-60: Home addition at 2799 Max Court

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will conduct routine business including an oath of office for new members and approval of previous minutes. The agenda also includes committee member reports and sessions for old and new business.

• Oath of Office to new members

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will hold a regular meeting to conduct administrative business, including an oath of office for new members and committee reports. The agenda contains no specific project proposals or legislative items.

• Oath of Office for new members
• Committee Member Reports from Nyall McKenna, Deborah Peltz, Robert Coleman, Carol Miller, and Tom Wierich

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will consider several ordinances and motions, including applications for federal road improvement grants, a mutual aid agreement with Aurora for police services, and multiple conditional use permits recommended by the Planning Commission. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports, plus a motion to enter executive session for economic development discussions.

• Ordinance 104-2023: Mutual aid agreement with Aurora for emergency police services
• Ordinances 105-109: Applications for STBG/TASA funds for Ravenna Road, Liberty Road, and Shepard Road improvements
• Motion 2: Conditional use permit for outdoor storage of trailers at 8589 Darrow Road
• Motion 3: Conditional use permit for child daycare on Creekside Drive
• Motion 6 & 7: Liquor permit transfers for Hilton Garden Inn-Twinsburg on Wilcox Drive

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board is meeting to review four cases: signage at city entrances and a church, a home addition, and a new Kiddie Academy building. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and excuse absent members.

• Case 23-10-52: City signage at nine entrance locations
• Case 23-10-53: Signage for Jehovah's Witnesses at 9571 E. Idlewood Drive
• Case 23-10-54: Home addition at 2024 Trailwood Drive
• Case 23-10-55: New Kiddie Academy building at 2460 Creekside Drive

Planning Commission

The Twinsburg Planning Commission will hold public hearings and a work session on three applications: a conditional use permit for a child daycare at Creekside Drive, a conditional use permit for outside storage at 8589 Darrow Road, and a site plan for replacement restroom facilities at 10260 Ravenna Road. The commission will also discuss a lot split and consolidation at 9385 Shepard Road. The regular meeting includes public participation and decisions on these items.

• Conditional use permit for child daycare, PP# 64-08378, Creekside Drive, C-3 Interchange Business District
• Conditional use permit for outside storage, 8589 Darrow Road, I-3 Heavy Industrial District
• Site plan for replacement restroom facilities, 10260 Ravenna Road, Public Facilities District
• Discussion of lot split and consolidation at 9385 Shepard Road

Planning Commission

The Twinsburg Planning Commission is holding a public hearing and work session on a conditional use permit for a private recreational facility at PP# 64-09679 on Darrow Road in the PUD District, represented by Benjamin J. Ockner, Esq. The regular meeting will also include approval of the August 21, 2023 minutes and public participation.

• Conditional use permit for private recreational facilities at PP# 64-09679 Darrow Road, PUD District
• Public hearing on the conditional use permit
• Work session on the conditional use permit
• Approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public participation period

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting on October 10, 2023. The caucus includes discussions on upcoming engineering projects, the 2024 budget, and enforcement of building and zoning codes. The regular meeting will consider a motion to waive the 30-day waiting period on appeal 03-2023 and enter executive session for employment matters.

• Discussion of upcoming engineering projects
• 2024 budget discussion
• Enforcement of building and planning & zoning code
• Motion to waive 30-day waiting period on appeal 03-2023
• Executive session on public employee compensation

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council work session agenda consists of roll call, a motion to enter executive session to consider the employment of a public employee or official, and adjournment. No other business is listed.

• Motion to enter executive session regarding employment of a public employee or official

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Twinsburg Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to conduct subcommittee breakout sessions on justice and police relations, city employment diversity, and community outreach, followed by subcommittee reports. The agenda also includes goal setting and discussion of a Twinsburg High School 'Writing for Civic Engagement' class. This is a regular working meeting with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Subcommittee breakout sessions on Justice & Police Relations, City Employment Diversity, and Community Outreach
• Subcommittee reports
• Goal setting discussion
• Twinsburg High School 'Writing for Civic Engagement' class discussion

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Ordinance 102-2023, which would amend a prior ordinance to authorize the mayor to enter into a substitute contract with Atlantic Emergency Solutions for a different fire apparatus for the Fire Department. The ordinance is declared an emergency. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, invocation, appointment of clerk pro tem, and audience participation.

• Ordinance 102-2023: Amends Ordinance 95-2022 to authorize a substitute contract with Atlantic Emergency Solutions for a different fire apparatus
• Declared an emergency

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request at 1790 Sunview Drive. The applicant seeks to construct an addition to an existing dwelling in an R-4 Zoning District, but the existing structure has a side-yard setback of 4.2 feet, not meeting the required 10 feet. A variance of 5.8 feet is needed. The board will also consider approval of minutes from August 23, 2023.

• Variance request for 1790 Sunview Dr. to allow 4.2-foot side-yard setback instead of required 10 feet
• Public hearing on Appeal #03-2023 for variance from Section 1143.09 Area, Yard and Height Regulations
• Approval of minutes from August 23, 2023 meeting

Finance Committee

The Twinsburg Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive a presentation from the Capital Improvement Board on recommended 2024 capital purchases. The meeting is primarily informational, with no votes on specific expenditures listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Capital Improvement Board on 2024 capital purchase recommendations
• Approval of August 23, 2023 Finance Committee minutes

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review several cases involving business signage and residential home modifications. The agenda includes requests for sign changes at Independence Parkway, Ravenna Road, and E. Aurora Rd., as well as a home addition on Andover Dr.

• Signage review: 8601 Independence Pkwy (US Autoforce)
• Color change review: 10539 Ravenna Rd. (Vasser New Home Build)
• Sign change review: 2569 E. Aurora Rd. (Jasmine Beauty Center)
• Home addition review: 10362 Andover Dr. (Shah Home Addition)

Capital Improvement Board

The Capital Improvements Board will hold a regular meeting with roll call, audience participation, and approval of prior minutes. The main business is voting on capital improvement requests and discussion.

• Voting on capital improvement requests

Capital Improvement Board

The Capital Improvements Board will review 2023 capital requests and introduce the 2024 capital budget process. Department heads from Fire and Police will present their 2024 capital budget requests. The meeting also includes swearing in new members and electing a chairperson.

• Review of 2023 Capital Requests
• Introduction of 2024 Capital Requests
• Fire Department 2024 capital budget request by Acting Chief Steve Bosso
• Police Department 2024 capital budget request by Chief Thomas Mason
• Swearing in of new members and election of chairperson

The Capital Improvements Board approved the minutes from the August 29 and September 5, 2023 meetings by unanimous vote. The board also adjourned the September 12 meeting unanimously. No other actions were decided; budget requests were presented for future consideration.

• Approved August 29, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 5, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will hold its caucus and regular meeting, where it will discuss pending legislation and consider four ordinances on first reading. These include accepting tax levies, authorizing advancement of local taxes, amending appropriations for a bank stabilization project, and changing the composition of the JEDI committee. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, committee reports, and an executive session on negotiations.

• Ordinance 88-2023: Accepting Summit County tax levies and certifying to county fiscal officer
• Ordinance 89-2023: Authorizing advancement of local taxes for tax year 2023 payable in 2024
• Ordinance 92-2023: Amending appropriations for bank stabilization and sanitary repair project grant funding
• Ordinance 95-2023: Amending composition of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee
• Executive session to discuss negotiations with public employees on compensation and terms

City Council held a regular meeting where several ordinances received second readings but no final votes. The council unanimously approved entering an executive session to discuss public employee compensation and employment terms. No other substantive legislative actions were decided.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for public employee negotiations (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of August 22, 2023 minutes to a future meeting
• Ordinance 88-2023 (2023 tax rate/amount) held for second reading
• Ordinance 89-2023 (local tax advancement) held for second reading
• Ordinance 92-2023 (Bank Stabilization and Sanitary Repair budget adjustment) held for second reading
• Ordinance 95-2023 (JEDI Committee composition) held for second reading

Architecture Review Board

The Architecture Review Board will review four cases: signage for Twin Masks Performing Arts Center, Jasmine Beauty Center, and Bins 2 Bargains, plus a home addition at Almquist property. The board will also approve minutes from August 17 and handle member attendance.

• Case 23-09-44: Twin Masks Performing Arts Center signage at 10173 Ravenna Road
• Case 23-09-45: Almquist home addition at 1790 Sunview Drive
• Case 23-09-46: Jasmine Beauty Center signage at 2569 East Aurora Road
• Case 23-09-47: Bins 2 Bargains signage at 10735 Ravenna Road

The Board approved signage for Twin Masks Performing Arts Center and Bins 2 Bargains. A home addition at 1790 Sunview Drive was approved pending BZA approval. Signage for Jasmine Beauty Center was partially approved, with the ground and side signs permitted but front-facing wall signs denied.

• Approved cabinet sign for Twin Masks Performing Arts Center (unanimous)
• Approved home addition at 1790 Sunview Drive pending BZA approval (unanimous)
• Approved ground sign for Jasmine Beauty Center with address text increased to 4 inches (unanimous)
• Approved side-of-building over-door sign for Jasmine Beauty Center (unanimous)
• Denied front-of-building signs for Jasmine Beauty Center (unanimous)
• Approved sign face update for Bins 2 Bargains (unanimous)
• Approved August 3, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The agenda contains only procedural items for the upcoming commission meeting. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed for discussion.

The Commission unanimously voted to table the approval of the May 4, 2023 minutes pending clarification on comments regarding the Water Ordinance. Members discussed resident recognition programs, gas mower incentives, and potential for more meetings in 2024.

• Tabled approval of May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved excuse of absence for Chuck Bonacci (unanimous)

Capital Improvement Board

The Capital Improvements Board is meeting to hear 2024 capital budget requests from the Waste Water, Service, and Infrastructure departments. The agenda includes roll call, audience participation, and the department head presentations, followed by miscellaneous business and adjournment.

• 2024 Capital Budget Requests from Waste Water (Nate Zuege)
• 2024 Capital Budget Requests from Service (Dennis Szydlowski)
• 2024 Capital Budget Requests from Infrastructure (Amy Mohr)

The Board reviewed 2024 capital budget requests from the Service Department, Waste Water Treatment Plant, and Infrastructure departments. The minutes record requests for equipment, facility repairs, and road projects, but do not list any formal votes to approve or deny these specific funding requests.

• Tabled Senior Center Roof Replacement ($43,000) to 2025 requests
• Removed Community Center Roof Replacement ($43,000) due to insurance funds

Capital Improvement Board

The Twinsburg Capital Improvements Board is meeting to review 2023 capital requests and introduce 2024 capital requests. Department heads, including the acting fire chief and police chief, will present their 2024 capital budget requests. The board will also swear in new members and elect a chairperson.

• Review of 2023 Capital Requests
• Introduction of 2024 Capital Requests
• Fire department 2024 capital budget request by Acting Chief Steve Bosso
• Police department 2024 capital budget request by Chief Thomas Mason
• Election of Chairperson

The board approved the September 13, 2022 minutes and elected Sharyn Price as Chairperson. Members reviewed 2024 capital budget requests for the Police and Fire departments, including vehicles and facility upgrades. No final approvals for the 2024 requests were recorded.

• Approved September 13, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Sharyn Price as Chairperson (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will conduct the oath of office for new members and appoint a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The meeting also includes committee member reports and discussions on attendance.

• Oath of Office of New Members
• Appointment of Chairperson
• Appointment of Vice-Chairperson
• Committee Member Reports

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on Appeal #02-2023, a variance request to split two parcels at 9879 Shepard Road into two non-conforming lots with widths of 73.44 ft and 66.79 ft, below the required 90 ft. The board will also elect a chairman and vice chairman and swear in new members.

• Variance request for lot width at 9879 Shepard Rd., parcels 6402160 and 6402161
• New Parcel A: 73.44 ft wide (requires 16.56 ft variance from 90 ft minimum)
• New Parcel B: 66.79 ft wide (requires 23.21 ft variance from 90 ft minimum)
• Public hearing at 6:30pm on August 23, 2023 at Twinsburg Government Center
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance to modify and split two parcels at 9879 Shepard Road. The approval requires that any new structure on parcel 6402160 connect to City water and that the well easement be dedicated.

• Elected Chris Griffith as Board Chairman
• Elected Shannan Leonard as Board Vice Chairman
• Approved Variance 02-2023 for lot width at 9879 Shepard Road (3-1)
• Excused absent member Michael Jamison (unanimous)

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will consider multiple ordinances and motions, including a cost-sharing agreement with the school district for critical repairs to the Twinsburg Athletic Complex, a contract with the fire captains' union, and approval of a site plan for a learning pavilion at Wilcox Primary School. The agenda also includes routine financial measures such as tax levies, appropriations amendments for grant-funded projects, and vehicle purchases.

• Ordinance 90-2023: Cost-sharing agreement with Twinsburg City School District for critical repairs to the Twinsburg Athletic Complex
• Ordinance 96-2023: Contract with Twinsburg Fire Fighters Local 3630 for fire captains
• Motion 1: Site plan approval for learning pavilion at Wilcox Primary School
• Motion 2: Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage at 1955 Midway Drive
• Ordinance 91-2023: Appropriation amendment for Ravenna/Shepard/Richmond/Broadway intersection improvement project

City Council approved the purchase of two service department pick-up trucks and a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the IAFF Captains unit. The council also certified delinquent sewer bills and processed several budget adjustments.

• Approved $127,504 purchase of two pick-up trucks from Nick Mayer Ford
• Approved three-year collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Captains unit
• Approved Ordinance 87-2023 certifying 469 delinquent sewer bills totaling $144,000
• Approved agreement with Twinsburg City School District for Athletic Complex repairs
• Approved agreement with Jordan Knabb for prosecutorial services
• Approved budget adjustment for Ravenna/Shepard/Richmond/Broadway project
• Approved budget adjustment for Bank Stabilization and Sanitary Repair Project
• Approved amendment to Resolution 56-2020 regarding JEDI Committee composition

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the monthly income tax report, a financial health indicator report from the Ohio Auditor of State, and a potential change to the competitive bidding threshold. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Monthly Income Tax Report
• Financial Health Indicator Report from Ohio Auditor of State
• Discussion regarding competitive bidding threshold

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended that City Council revisit the current competitive bidding threshold to align with new state guidelines. The committee also reviewed the city's financial health indicators and income tax collection.

• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council update competitive bidding threshold to mirror state guidelines (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Twinsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and work session on three items: a conditional use permit for outside storage at Cameron Ashley Building Products, a site plan for an outdoor education pavilion at Wilcox Primary School, and a lot consolidation for Weatherchem/Mold Rite. The regular meeting will include approval of minutes and public participation.

• Conditional Use Permit – Outside Storage, Cameron Ashley Building Products, 1955 Midway Drive, I-2 Limited Industrial District
• Site Plan – Accessory Structure, Wilcox Primary School Outdoor Education Pavilion, 9198 Darrow Road, Public Facilities District
• Lot Consolidation, Weatherchem/Mold Rite, 2300 and 2222 Highland Road, I-3 Heavy Industrial District
• Approval of June 26, 2023 minutes
• Public Participation

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for an outdoor education pavilion at Wilcox Primary School and a lot consolidation for Weatherchem/Mold Rite. The commission also recommended that City Council issue a conditional zoning certificate for outdoor storage at Cameron Ashley Building Products.

• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended to City Council a Conditional Zoning Certificate for outdoor storage at 1955 Midway Drive (5-0)
• Approved final Site Plan for Wilcox Primary School Outdoor Education Pavilion at 9198 Darrow Road (5-0)
• Approved final Lot Consolidation for 2222 and 2300 Highland Road (5-0)

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board will review three signage applications at its August 17, 2023 meeting. The board will consider new or additional signage for TCH Industries, Arby's, and Studio Wish. Public participation is scheduled before the reviews.

• Case 23-08-41: TCH Industries signage at 2307 E. Aurora Road, presented by Jeffrey Clark of Easy Sign
• Case 23-08-42: Arby's signage at 2670 Creekside Drive, presented by Garrett Poorman of G & G Sign Installation, LLC
• Case 23-08-43: Studio Wish additional signage at 8934 Darrow Road, Unit C101, presented by Gilbert Macias of Fastsigns of Twinsburg
• Approval of minutes from August 3, 2023

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved signage updates for TCH Industries, Arby's, and Studio Wish. The board also approved the meeting minutes from August 3, 2023.

• Approved Case 23-08-41 TCH Industries signage at 2307 East Aurora Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-08-42 Arby's signage at 2670 Creekside Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-08-43 Studio Wish additional signage at 8934 Darrow Road, Unit C101 (Unanimous)
• Approved August 3, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Architecture Review Board will review five property cases: a siding color change and window removal at 9113 Darrow Rd., a gable garage at 9697 Shepard Trail, a home addition at 9827 Crestwood Dr., a pole barn at 9152 Depot St., and a deck at 2676 Post Rd. The board will also approve minutes from July 20, 2023, and excuse absent members.

• Case 23-08-36: 9113 Darrow Rd. – C-5 siding color change and window removal (Dr. Farinacci, Orbis)
• Case 23-08-37: 9697 Shepard Trail – 32'x20' gable garage (Jon Keeney, The Great Garage Company)
• Case 23-08-38: 9827 Crestwood Dr. – Schilling home addition (Dana Schilling, homeowner)
• Case 23-08-39: 9152 Depot St. – 24'x30' pole barn (James Higgins, homeowner)
• Case 23-08-40: 2676 Post Rd. – Rehmer deck (Chris Molnar, Northeast Ohio Deck Company)

The board unanimously approved five cases involving siding changes, a new garage, a home addition, a pole barn, and a deck replacement. The board also approved the minutes from the July 20, 2023, meeting.

• Approved Case 23-08-36: Siding color change and window removal at 9113 Darrow Rd. (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-08-37: 32'x20' gable garage at 9697 Shepard Trail (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-08-38: Home addition at 9827 Crestwood Dr. with recommendation to add a window in the storage room (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-08-39: 24'x30' pole barn at 9152 Depot St. (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-08-40: Deck replacement at 2676 Post Rd. (Unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections to Case #4 owner's name (Unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review four cases: a gas canopy replacement at Circle K, a new pavilion at Wilcox School, a home addition, and a resubmission for additional signage. Public participation is allowed. The board will also approve minutes from July 7, 2023.

• Case 23-07-32: 2496 E. Aurora Rd., Circle K – Gas Canopy Replacement
• Case 23-07-33: 9198 Darrow Rd., Wilcox School – New Pavilion
• Case 23-07-34: 2238 Gary Dr., Donatelli Home Addition
• Case 23-07-35: 8934 Darrow Rd. Suite C101, Studio Wish – Additional Signage Resubmission

The Architectural Review Board approved three construction projects and a signage variance. A request for additional signage for Studio Wish was denied.

• Approved gas canopy replacement at 2496 E. Aurora Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved new pavilion at Wilcox School at 9198 Darrow Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved home addition at 2238 Gary Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved signage variance for Studio Wish at 8934 Darrow Rd. (unanimous)
• Denied signage design for Studio Wish (1-4)
• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Twinsburg Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes and certifying a dispatcher eligibility list. The next meeting is scheduled for September 13, 2023.

• Certify Dispatcher Eligibility List

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold its caucus and regular meeting on July 11, 2023, to discuss and vote on several ordinances. Key items include adopting the 2024 tax budget, amending mobile food vehicle regulations, and submitting charter amendments to voters. The council will also consider right-of-way dedication and appraisal services for the Ravenna/Shepard/Richmond/Broadway intersection project, plus a zoning referendum for the November ballot.

• Ordinance 68-2023: Adopts 2024 tax budget, emergency declared
• Ordinance 73-2023: Amends mobile food vehicle location and parking rules
• Ordinance 77-2023: Submits charter amendments to voters
• Ordinance 82-2023: Accepts right-of-way donation for 9184 Darrow Road
• Ordinances 84-85-2023: Authorize appraisal agreements for Ravenna/Shepard/Richmond/Broadway intersection project

City Council approved the 2024 annual tax budget and submitted charter amendment language for the November 2023 election. The council also approved right-of-way dedications and property appraisal agreements for intersection improvements.

• Approved minutes from June 27, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 68-2023 for the 2024 annual tax budget
• Approved Ordinance 77-2023 to place charter amendments on November 2023 ballot
• Approved Ordinance 82-2023 accepting right of way for Darrow Road and Richner Road
• Approved Ordinance 84-2023 for O.R. Colan Associates property appraisal agreement
• Approved Ordinance 85-2023 for Bowman Appraisal Services review agreement
• Approved Ordinance 86-2023 submitting ballot language regarding Child Day Care Centers in C-5 districts
• Approved Ordinance 73-2023 amending Mobile Food Vehicle Regulations

Safety Committee

The committee will discuss safety and security for large events and Twins Days with the Police and Fire Departments. The meeting also includes updates on weather warning sirens and an explanation of 2023 ISO grading.

• PD/FD joint discussion of Safety & Security for Large events & Twins Days
• Weather Warning Sirens update
• Insurance Services Organization (ISO) 2023 grading explanation
• Township Fire Contract

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board will meet to review two signage applications: one for Comfort Suites at 2716 Creekside Drive and one for Studio Wish at 8934 Darrow Road, Suite C101. The meeting also includes roll call, public participation, approval of prior minutes, and adjournment.

• Case 23-07-30: Comfort Suites signage at 2716 Creekside Drive
• Case 23-07-31: Studio Wish additional signage at 8934 Darrow Road, Suite C101

The Architectural Review Board approved a monument sign for Comfort Suites with specific requirements for address lettering and building repair. A request for additional signage at Studio Wish was unanimously denied. The board also approved the June 15, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved Case 23-07-30 Comfort Suites signage with requirements for 4-inch numerals on ground sign and building repairs (Unanimous)
• Denied Case 23-07-31 Studio Wish additional signage (0-4)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Excused absent member Mr. Midlik (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Twinsburg Civil Service Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and certify a police officer eligibility list. The agenda includes roll call, public participation, old and new business, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Certify Police Officer Eligibility List

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the monthly income tax report and other items with potential municipal financial impact. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and audience participation.

• Approval of April 25, 2023 Finance Committee minutes
• Monthly Income Tax Report discussion
• Items of discussion with possible municipal financial impact

The committee approved the April 25, 2023 meeting minutes. Members received updates on income tax collection, RITA programs, and several state legislative bills affecting municipal taxes and bidding limits. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting to discuss and vote on several ordinances, including zoning changes, tax budget adoption, and applications for state-funded sewer and road projects. They will also consider conditional use permits and site plans recommended by the Planning Commission, and may enter executive sessions for negotiations and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 60-2023: Amend C-5 Mixed Residence/Business District permitted uses (second reading)
• Ordinance 68-2023: Adopt 2024 tax budget (first reading)
• Ordinance 72-2023: Reimburse Ravenna Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project with tax-exempt debt
• Ordinance 77-2023: Submit Charter Review Commission amendments to voters
• Conditional use permit for outdoor dining at Burgers 2 Beer, 8941 Wilcox Drive

The council held a caucus to review recommendations from the Charter Review Commission regarding city governance and department structures. Several ordinances were presented for reading, including grant applications for sewer projects and a proposed charter amendment for the November 2023 ballot. No final votes on these ordinances were recorded in the provided text.

• Entered executive session to discuss public employee compensation and employment terms (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Twinsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider several conditional use permits, including outdoor dining at Burgers 2 Beer and self-service storage on Dutton Dr., as well as a text amendment for child day care in the C-5 district. They will also review lot splits, consolidations, a building addition, and a parking lot expansion. Decisions will be made on these items after the work session.

• Conditional use permit for outdoor dining at Burgers 2 Beer, 8941 Wilcox Drive
• Conditional use permit for self-service storage and outdoor storage on Dutton Dr. (PP# 64-08455)
• Text amendment to allow child day care as conditional use in C-5 district
• Lot split and consolidation at 9879 Shepard Road
• Building addition at 2066 Case Parkway (Ritenour Decorating)

The Planning Commission recommended a zoning text amendment to allow child day care as a conditional use in the C-5 District. The board also granted final site plan approvals for several commercial expansions and lot consolidations.

• Recommended to City Council adding child day care as a conditional use in C-5 District (5-0)
• Approved lot split and consolidation at 9879 Shepard Road pending BZA approval and survey revisions (4-1)
• Approved re-plat and lot consolidation at 9184 Darrow Road (5-0)
• Recommended to City Council a conditional zoning certificate for outdoor dining at 8941 Wilcox Drive (5-0)
• Approved final site plan for Burgers 2 Beer at 8941 Wilcox Drive (5-0)
• Recommended to City Council a conditional zoning certificate for self-storage at Dutton Drive (5-0)
• Approved final site plan for Ritenour Decorating building addition at 2066 Case Parkway (5-0)
• Approved final site plan for Paul Mitchell School parking expansion at 2300 Edison Blvd (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will conduct the oath of office for new members and appoint a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The meeting also includes committee member reports and standard procedural business.

• Oath of Office of New Members
• Appointment of Chairperson
• Appointment of Vice-Chairperson
• Committee Member Reports

Architecture Review Board

The Architecture Review Board will review three cases: signage at 10735 Ravenna Rd., a siding color change at 2609 E. Aurora Rd., and a building expansion at 2066 Case Pkwy. Public participation is allowed before the reviews.

• Case 23-06-27: Signage for Harmonii Social at 10735 Ravenna Rd. Unit 305
• Case 23-06-28: Siding color change at 2609 E. Aurora Rd. by homeowners Ellie & Russ Moore
• Case 23-06-29: Building expansion at 2066 Case Pkwy. by Geis Companies
• Approval of minutes from May 18, 2023 and June 1, 2023

The board unanimously approved a warehouse and office expansion at 2066 Case Pkwy. and a new cabinet sign for Harmonii Social. A request for white vinyl siding and railing at 2609 E. Aurora Rd. was also approved.

• Approved Case 23-06-27: Harmonii Social signage at 10735 Ravenna Rd. (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-06-28: White vinyl siding and railing at 2609 E. Aurora Rd. (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-06-29: Ritenour building office and warehouse expansion at 2066 Case Pkwy. (Unanimous)
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes as corrected (Unanimous)

Charter Review Commission

The Twinsburg Charter Review Commission is holding a routine meeting with only procedural items on the agenda: roll call, approval of minutes from May 11 and June 6, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from May 11 and June 6 meetings

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss the OPWA project and receive updates on ongoing projects. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• OPWA Project discussion
• Project updates

City Council

City Council approved the purchase of a 2023 leaf machine and a four-year lease for fitness center equipment. The council also approved insurance agreements and an appropriation for a wastewater treatment plant loan. A proposal to permit child day care by conditional use was sent back to the planning commission.

• Approved purchase of 2023 leaf machine for $155,076.08
• Approved 4-year fitness equipment lease totaling $122,434.56
• Approved property and casualty insurance agreement with Ohio Plan
• Approved cyber and crime insurance agreement with Traveler’s Insurance for $20,000
• Approved $1.33 million appropriation for Waste Water Treatment Plant project design
• Approved reimbursement for Ravenna Sanitary Sewer Replacement project up to $258,280
• Sent Ordinance 60-2023 (Child Day Care permits) back to planning commission
• Approved minutes from May 9th and 23rd regular council meetings

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will review all recommended changes and consider a motion to submit proposed charter amendments to the city council. This is a procedural meeting focused on finalizing recommendations.

• Motion to submit proposed charter changes to council

The Charter Review Commission unanimously voted to send a draft of recommended charter changes to City Council. The proposal includes 14 section changes across 10 groupings, including updates to redistricting, mayoral vacancies, and department structures.

• Approved sending recommended charter changes from the June 2, 2023 draft to council (Unanimous)
• Proposed basing ward redistricting on Census population instead of voter registration
• Proposed allowing councilmembers to serve as acting mayor for up to 24 months
• Proposed permitting electronic bid notifications and joint cooperative purchasing
• Proposed creating standalone service and wastewater departments
• Proposed reducing Civil Service Commission terms from 6 to 3 years
• Proposed removing references to the defunct Twinsburg Development Foundation
• Proposed including Summit Metro Parks and land conservancy land in publicly owned lands section

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review several property cases including a house demolition, patio construction, and signage updates. The board is also scheduled to address shingle color changes for a residential property.

• Demolition of house at 9802 Chamberlin Road
• Burgers 2 Beer Patio at 8941 Wilcox Drive
• Shingle color change at 9036 Church Street
• MRP Solutions signage at 2222 Highland Road
• MRP Solutions signage at 2300 Highland Road

The Board unanimously approved the demolition of a house at 9802 Chamberlin Road and a patio installation for Burgers 2 Beer. Additionally, the Board approved a shingle color change for 9036 Church Street and two signage requests for MRP Solutions on Highland Road.

• Approved demolition of house at 9802 Chamberlin Road (Unanimous)
• Approved patio for Burgers 2 Beer at 8941 Wilcox Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved shingle color change at 9036 Church Street (Unanimous)
• Approved MRP Solutions signage at 2222 Highland Road (Unanimous)
• Approved MRP Solutions signage at 2300 Highland Road (Unanimous)
• Excused absent member Mr. Sharma (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Twinsburg City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Ordinance 60-2023, which would amend Sections 1148 and 1151 of the zoning code to update permitted uses in the C-5 Mixed Residence/Business District. The hearing allows for audience participation on this agenda item before any council vote.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 60-2023 amending permitted uses in C-5 Mixed Residence/Business District
• Amendments to Sections 1148 and 1151 of Twinsburg Zoning and Development Regulations

Architecture Review Board

The board will review two cases: signage for UH Urgent Care at 2700 E. Aurora Rd. and a garage addition at 1843 Sunview Dr. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Case 23-05-20: UH Urgent Care signage at 2700 E. Aurora Rd. Unit F
• Case 23-05-21: Garage addition at 1843 Sunview Dr.
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2023 and May 4, 2023

The Architectural Review Board approved a variance and signage for University Hospitals Urgent Care. The Board also approved a garage addition at 1843 Sunview Drive with a recommendation to add windows.

• Approved variance for Case 23-05-19 (UH Urgent Care signage) (Unanimous)
• Approved signage for Case 23-05-19 (UH Urgent Care signage) (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-05-21 (1843 Sunview Drive garage addition) with recommendation to add windows (Unanimous)
• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes as corrected (Unanimous)
• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes as submitted (Unanimous)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission is meeting to review and discuss Articles 7 and 8 under old business, and Articles 9 through 12 under new business. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, and audience participation. The next meeting is scheduled for May 25, 2023.

• Discussion of Article 7 & 8 (old business)
• Discussion of Article 9 - 12 (new business)
• Public audience participation period

The commission approved the minutes from April 18 and April 27, 2023. Members discussed various charter sections regarding recalls, ballot issues, and electronic notifications, but no changes to the charter were decided.

• Approved minutes from April 18 and April 27, 2023 (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Twinsburg Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and scheduling the next meeting. The main item is a request from Police Chief Mason to administer a police entrance exam.

• Request Police Entrance Exam – Chief Mason
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for July 12, 2023

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting on May 9, 2023. The caucus will discuss a resignation from the Charter Review Commission and the appointment of a replacement. The regular meeting includes a proclamation for Brent Fiorucci, recognition of CERT's 10-year anniversary, and several ordinances on first or second reading, including amendments to the occupancy program agreement and zoning regulations, plus authorizing the sale or donation of city-owned personal property.

• Ordinance 52-2023: Amends occupancy program agreement with Intigral, Inc. (second reading)
• Ordinance 60-2023: Amends zoning regulations for permitted uses in C-5 Mixed Residence/Business District (first reading)
• Ordinance 61-2023: Authorizes auction sale of surplus city personal property (first reading)
• Ordinance 62-2023: Authorizes donation of surplus property to Twinsburg Historical Society (first reading)
• Resolution 67-2023: Appoints member to 2023 Charter Review Commission, declared emergency

City Council unanimously approved the April 25, 2023, meeting minutes and voted to add an executive session for pending legal matters. Several ordinances regarding child day care, city auctions, and donations were read for a second time, but no final votes were recorded for them. Council also discussed potential attendance policy reviews for city boards and commissions.

• Approved April 25, 2023, regular council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adding an executive session for pending legal matters (unanimous)
• Passed over Resolution 67-2023 regarding a vacancy fill

Safety Committee

The Twinsburg Safety Committee is meeting to discuss several operational items including a CERT trailer, an emergency operations update, and the weather warning siren system. The agenda also includes audience participation and scheduling the next meeting for July 11, 2023.

• CERT Trailer discussion
• Brief Emergency Operations update
• Weather warning siren discussion

Architecture Review Board

The Architecture Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review one signage application for Keltec at 2055 Enterprise Parkway, presented by Jeff Clark of Easy Sign & Design, LLC. The board will also take roll call, administer the oath of office, hear public comments, approve minutes from April 20, 2023, and excuse absent members.

• Case 23-05: signage review for Keltec at 2055 Enterprise Parkway
• Public participation period for resident comments
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2023 meeting

The Architectural Review Board approved a new non-illuminated monument sign for Keltec at 2055 Enterprise Parkway, matching their existing sign at another Twinsburg location. The board also approved corrected minutes from April 20, 2023, and excused an absent member. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Case 23-05-19: Keltec monument sign at 2055 Enterprise Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved corrected minutes from April 20, 2023 (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Mr. Sharma (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The agenda contains only procedural items for the commission meeting. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion or decision.

The meeting was largely procedural: the commission unanimously approved the April 4 minutes and excused absent members. No substantive decisions were made; discussions covered Earth Day turnout, a rain barrel program, a June 24 document shredding event, a tentative June 28 wastewater plant tour, and a proposed awards program for residents and businesses.

• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent members Virginia Schmidt and Sandra Banes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will conduct the oath of office for new members and appoint a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The meeting also includes committee reports and standard business items.

• Oath of Office of New Members
• Appointment of Chairperson
• Appointment of Vice-Chairperson
• Committee Member Reports

Charter Review Commission

The Twinsburg Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss potential changes to the city charter. The agenda includes old business on Section 3.03 of Article 6 and new business on Article 7. This is a working session with no final decisions expected.

• Discussion of Section 3.03, Article 6
• Discussion of Article 7

The commission reviewed proposed changes to various charter articles, including contracts, purchasing, and appointments. The body decided to retain current language regarding 'best value' in Article 6.03 and discussed potential revisions to appointment processes and petition rules.

• Decided to keep current 'best value' language in Article 6.03
• Approved motion to excuse absent members (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request to park a Class A recreational vehicle in the front yard at 9193 Chamberlin Rd. The meeting includes a work session, public participation, and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing for variance from parking a Class A recreational vehicle in front yard at 9193 Chamberlin Rd.
• Work session on Appeal #01-2023
• Approval of minutes from December 21, 2022

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance allowing a specific property to park a heavy recreational vehicle in the front yard year-round. No other substantive zoning actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved Variance 01-2023 for RV parking and electrical connection at 9193 Chamberlin Rd. (unanimous)
• Excused absent members Michael Jamison and Chris Griffith (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 9193 Chamberlin Road. The applicant seeks to park a Class A recreational vehicle over 8,000 pounds in the front yard on a hard surface driveway year-round and connect it to building electrical power, which would require exceptions to city ordinances limiting RV parking to 48 hours for loading/unloading and electrical connections to three days.

• Variance from Ordinance 1174.05(K)(1)(A), (B), (D) to allow year-round front-yard RV parking
• Request to connect RV to building electrical power beyond the permitted three days and nights
• Property address: 9193 Chamberlin Road, Twinsburg, OH 44087 (PP# 6408492)
• Public hearing scheduled for 6:30pm on April 26, 2023 at Twinsburg Government Center

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the budget and capital improvement timelines. The meeting includes introduction of Christina Conway and standard procedural items like approval of minutes and audience participation.

• Introduction of Christina Conway
• Review of budget timeline
• Review of capital improvement timeline

The committee approved the February 28, 2023 meeting minutes. Council agreed to move the budget deadline to December 31 and adopt a three-reading process starting in November to streamline budgeting.

• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved moving budget deadline to December 31

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will hold its caucus and regular meeting on April 25, 2023, to discuss and vote on a range of legislation. Key items include ordinances authorizing tax incentives for businesses under the Community Reinvestment Area and Occupancy Program, amendments to driveway construction standards and C-5 zoning, and a contract with the firefighters' union. The council will also consider the sale or donation of surplus city property and an emergency appropriation amendment.

• Ordinance 44-2023: Amends driveway construction standards (Chapters 1174.05(d) and 1195.05(d)(5)(L)).
• Ordinances 49-2023, 50-2023, 51-2023, 52-2023, 53-2023: Authorize or amend tax incentive agreements, including with 48-Hour Books, Intigral, Inc., and Siffron.
• Ordinance 60-2023: Amends permitted uses in C-5 Mixed Residence/Business District.
• Ordinance 66-2023: Authorizes contract with Twinsburg Fire Fighters Local 3630.
• Ordinances 61-2023, 62-2023, 63-2023: Authorize auction sale and donations of surplus city property.

City Council approved a new agreement with the IAFF Firefighters/Lieutenant’s Union and several tax incentive continuations. The council also authorized equipment purchases for the golf course and a new TOP agreement for 48 Hour Books.

• Approved IAFF Firefighters/Lieutenant’s Union contract with 2% wage increases in 2023-2024 and 3.5% in 2025
• Approved continuation of CRA agreements for Omega/Amazon, Western Reserve Wire Products, Vistar/PFG, Siffron, and O’Reilly Auto Enterprises
• Approved continuation of TOP agreements for Keystone Components, Freedom USA/AVA Direct, HC Companies, Horvath Electric, Safran Power USA, and Airgas USA, Inc.
• Approved new TOP agreement for 48 Hour Books providing a grant of 30% of income tax collected for 6 years
• Approved $54,988.00 purchase of a tee mower for the golf course
• Approved $86,899.56 for a golf course mower (amended from $80,000)
• Approved participation in the 2023-2024 ODOT annual road salt bid
• Approved minutes from the April 2023 Regular Council meeting (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architecture Review Board will review two cases: a home addition at 2693 Post Rd. and signage for Crown Hill Cemetery at 8592 Darrow Rd. The board will also hold public participation, approve minutes from prior meetings, and excuse absent members.

• Case 23-04-17: Home addition at 2693 Post Rd. by homeowner Nick Cannell
• Case 23-04-18: Crown Hill Cemetery signage at 8592 Darrow Rd. by Tom Yankovich of Ellet Neon Sales & Service
• Approval of minutes from March 16, 2023 and April 6, 2023

The Architectural Review Board approved a home addition at 2693 Post Road and a sign face replacement for Crown Hill Cemetery. The board also approved meeting minutes from March 16 and April 6, 2023.

• Approved Case 23-04-17 home addition at 2693 Post Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-04-18 Crown Hill Cemetery signage face replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved Amended March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Excused member Mr. Khatra (Unanimous)

Charter Review Commission

The Twinsburg Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss potential revisions to the city charter, specifically Article 1, Section 3.02 under old business and Section 3.03 of Article 6 under new business. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including roll call, minutes approval, and audience participation.

• Discussion of Article 1, Section 3.02
• Discussion of Section 3.03, Article 6
• Next meeting scheduled for April 27, 2023

The commission reviewed several sections of the city charter and discussed potential updates to mayoral vacancy timelines and purchasing language. No changes to the charter were voted on during this meeting.

• Approved minutes from April 13, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Twinsburg Planning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting on April 17, 2023, to discuss and potentially act on two zoning text amendments. One amendment, proposed by the city, would set guidelines for driveway access construction under Chapters 1174.05(d) and 1195.05(d)(5)(L). The other, requested by GV Land Holdings LLC, would allow child day care as a conditionally permitted use in the C-5 Mixed Residence/Business District. The regular meeting also includes approval of the March 20, 2023 minutes and public participation.

• Zoning text amendment: driveway access construction guidelines (Chapters 1174.05(d) and 1195.05(d)(5)(L))
• Zoning text amendment: child day care as conditional use in C-5 district (GV Land Holdings LLC)
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2023
• Swearing in of returning and new commissioners
• Approval of March 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approval of updated driveway construction standards and the addition of child day care as a conditionally permitted use in the C-5 District. The commission also appointed its leadership for the term.

• Appointed Marc Cohen as Commission Chairperson (5-0)
• Appointed Steve Shebeck as Commission Vice-Chairperson (4-0)
• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 44-2023 regarding driveway construction standards (5-0)
• Recommended approval to add child day care as a conditionally permitted use in the C-5 District (5-0)

Charter Review Commission

The Twinsburg Charter Review Commission is holding its first organizational meeting. The agenda includes roll call, introductions, swearing in of members, and nomination of a chairman and vice chairman. The commission will also review the city charter and set meeting procedures. This is primarily a procedural meeting to establish the commission before substantive charter review begins.

• Swearing in of all commission members
• Nomination of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Review of the city charter
• Next meeting scheduled for April 18, 2023

The Charter Review Commission held its initial meeting to swear in members and establish leadership and operating procedures. The commission began a line-by-line review of the City Charter, specifically discussing potential changes to annexation wording and ward districting metrics.

• Elected Shaun Castillo as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Angelo Carcioppolo as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Adopted Roberts Rules of Order (unanimous)
• Appointed Shannon Collins as Commission Secretary (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss funding applications for waterline, storm lining, intersection, and sanitary sewer projects, as well as a pedestrian bridge. They will also review a traffic study, an ODNR grant, and construction updates on Dooridge Drive, Ravenna Sanitary/Town Center, the road program, and Cannon Road.

• Funding applications: 2022 Glenwood Waterline, 2022 Storm lining, 2023 Ravenna/Shepard Intersection, 2023 Center Valley Park Interceptor Sanitary Sewer, 2023 Creekside Sanitary Repair and Bank Stabilization
• Natureworks funding for 2022 E. Idlewood Pedestrian Bridge
• Traffic study and ODNR grant for Glen Chamberlin
• Construction updates: Dooridge Drive, Ravenna Sanitary/Town Center, Road Program, Cannon Road

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold its caucus and regular meeting on April 11, 2023, with several ordinances on first or second reading. Key items include tax incentive agreements for businesses, a change order for road improvements, an emergency appropriation adjustment, and confirmation of a new finance director. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• Ordinance 51-2023: Tax incentive agreement with 48-Hour Books under the Twinsburg Occupancy Program
• Ordinance 52-2023: Amendment to Occupancy Program agreement with Intigral, Inc.
• Ordinance 53-2023: Amendment to Occupancy Program agreement with Siffron
• Ordinance 57-2023: Change order with Perrin Asphalt Company for 2023 Road Improvement Project
• Ordinance 56-2023: Confirmation of Christina M. Conway as Finance Director

City Council confirmed the appointment of Christina Conway as Finance Director and approved a code amendment regarding trees. Council also authorized a $2,200 change order for a road improvement project and approved a liquor permit transfer.

• Confirmed appointment of Christina Conway as Finance Director (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 43-2023 amending code regarding trees (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,200 change order for Road Improvement Project (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of liquor permit from Mr. Hu LLC to Atley LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Twinsburg Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to conduct subcommittee breakout sessions on police relations, city employment diversity, and community outreach, followed by reports and general business. The agenda is procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Subcommittee breakout sessions on Justice & Police Relations, City Employment Diversity, and Community Outreach
• Subcommittee reports to be presented
• Next meeting scheduled for May 8, 2023 at 6:00 pm

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider four cases: a niche columbarium at Crown Hill Cemetery, a home addition on Westwood Drive, alterations to the University Hospital Urgent Care building, and signage for Just In Time Staffing. The board will also appoint officers and approve prior minutes.

• Case 23-03-11: Crown Hill Cemetery Niche Columbarium at 8592 Darrow Road
• Case 23-04-15: Hyvarinen Home Addition at 1940 Westwood Drive
• Case 23-03-12 (Resubmission): University Hospital Urgent Care Building Alterations at 2700 East Aurora Road
• Case 23-03-13 (Resubmission): Just In Time Staffing signage at 10683 Ravenna Road

The Board approved a cemetery columbarium, a home addition, hospital building alterations, and a business sign. The Board also appointed its new Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary.

• Appointed David Marcovitz as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Viraj Sharma as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed John Midlik as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-03-11: Crown Hill Cemetery niche columbarium (unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-04-15: Hyvarinen home addition at 1940 Westwood Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-03-12: University Hospital Urgent Care building alterations (unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-03-13: Just In Time Staffing signage at 10683 Ravenna Road (unanimous)
• Tabled March 16, 2023 minutes for specific amendments (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

This meeting is primarily organizational: the commission will swear in members, elect a chair and vice-chair, and approve prior minutes. No substantive policy items or public hearings are listed.

• Oath of office for members
• Appointment of chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting

The commission unanimously appointed a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Members discussed potential lawn watering ordinances and upcoming community recycling and gardening events.

• Appointed Chuck Bonacci as Commission Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Virginia Schmidt as Commission Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 28, 2023, with several ordinances up for votes, including vehicle purchases for the Waste Water and Service Departments, an engineering agreement for the Ravenna/Shepard/Broadway/Richmond Road intersection project, and tax incentive agreements under the Community Reinvestment Area and Occupancy programs. The council will also consider a motion to approve a site plan for a columbarium complex at Crown Hill Cemetery. Several ordinances are on second or first reading, indicating they are not yet final.

• Ordinance 46-2023: Purchase of a vehicle for the Waste Water Department (capital improvements budget)
• Ordinance 47-2023: Purchase of vehicles and equipment for the Service Department (capital improvements budget)
• Ordinance 48-2023: Agreement with Chagrin Valley Engineering for final plans for the Ravenna/Shepard/Broadway/Richmond Road intersection project (PID 113165)
• Ordinance 51-2023: Agreement with 48-Hour Books for tax incentives under the Twinsburg Occupancy Program
• Motion: Site plan approval for a columbarium complex at Crown Hill Cemetery, 8592 Darrow Road

City Council approved a collective bargaining agreement for the OPBA Sergeant’s Unit and authorized the purchase of three city trucks. The council also approved a site plan for a columbarium complex at Crown Hill Cemetery and a 3% credit card convenience fee for city services.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement with OPBA Sergeant’s Unit (Unanimous)
• Approved $124,788 purchase of 2024 Waste Water truck (Unanimous)
• Approved $471,181.68 purchase of two Service Dept trucks (Unanimous)
• Approved $24,000 contract with Chagrin Valley Engineering for road project plans (Unanimous)
• Approved 3% convenience fee for credit card payments for city events or services (Unanimous)
• Approved application for NOPEC Energizing Community Program grant (Unanimous)
• Approved site plan for columbarium complex at Crown Hill Cemetery (Unanimous)
• Appointed Greg Bellan as President Pro Temp for the meeting (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Twinsburg Planning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to review a site plan for Crown Hill Cemetery at 8592 Darrow Road. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public participation.

• Site plan review for Crown Hill Cemetery, 8592 Darrow Road (PP#64-03683)
• Approval of February 27, 2023 minutes
• Public participation period

The Planning Commission approved the final site plan for a new niche shelter complex and columbarium at Crown Hill Cemetery. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 27, 2023 meeting.

• Approved final site plan for Crown Hill Cemetery Columbarium Shelter at 8592 Darrow Road (4-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Michael Walker (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board will review seven cases involving signage and building alterations, including new signs for several businesses and a columbarium at Crown Hill Cemetery. The board will also approve minutes from its February 16 meeting and excuse absent members.

• Case 23-03-08: Techy Ohio signage at 8934 Darrow Road
• Case 23-03-09: New home build at 10539 Ravenna Road
• Case 23-03-10: Harmonii Social signage resubmittal at 10735 Ravenna Road
• Case 23-03-11: Crown Hill Cemetery niche columbarium for cremations at 8592 Darrow Road
• Case 23-03-12: University Hospital Urgent Care building alterations and signage at 2700 E. Aurora Road

The Board approved a sign for Techy Ohio and a new home for the Vassers. Signage requests for Harmonii Social and Just In Time Staffing were disapproved, while University Hospital and Crown Hill Cemetery cases were tabled.

• Approved Case 23-03-08 Techy Ohio signage with 2" top/bottom margins (4-0)
• Approved Case 23-03-09 Vasser new home with specific color requirements (4-0)
• Disapproved Case 23-03-10 Harmonii Social signage (0-4)
• Tabled Case 23-03-11 Crown Hill Cemetery Niche Columbarium
• Tabled Case 23-03-12 University Hospital building and requested sign size reduction
• Disapproved Case 23-03-13 Just In Time Staffing signage (0-4)
• Approved Case 23-03-14 Intralox wall sign, monument sign, and wayfinding signs (4-0)
• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold its caucus and regular meeting, where it will discuss pending legislation and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include the 2023 permanent appropriation (budget) ordinance, a salary ordinance for city employees, and appointments to various boards and commissions. The agenda also includes amendments to city codes regarding parks and recreation, fences, signs, fees, trees, and driveway standards.

• Ordinance 28-2023: 2023 permanent appropriation ordinance (budget) declaring an emergency
• Ordinance 45-2023: Salary ordinance establishing wages and employee classifications, declaring an emergency
• Ordinance 29-2023: Authorizing application for an Energized Community Program grant through NOPEC
• Resolutions 35-2023 through 41-2023: Appointments to Architectural Review Board, Board of Building and Zoning Code Appeals, Capital Improvement Board, Charter Review Commission, Environmental Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Planning Commission
• Ordinance 42-2023: Authorizing the city to join the Community University Education Purchasing Council of Governments

City Council adopted the 2023 permanent appropriations ordinance and updated codes regarding parks, fences, and signs. The council also appointed residents to seven different boards and commissions and joined a collective purchasing group. An emergency salary ordinance was passed to meet city staffing needs.

• Approved 2023 permanent budget of $48,742,497.43 (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Parks and Recreation code (unanimous)
• Approved fence code updates, requiring pool fences to be at least 48 inches (unanimous)
• Approved sign code change from 60 to 40 days (6-1)
• Approved joining Community University Education Purchasing Council of Governments (unanimous)
• Approved emergency salary ordinance for staffing needs (unanimous)
• Appointed residents to ARB, BZA, Capital Improvements, Charter Review, Environmental, Parks & Rec, and Planning commissions (unanimous)
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Twinsburg City Council is holding a public hearing to consider two ordinance amendments: one updating fence regulations (Chapter 1164) and another updating sign regulations (Chapter 1173). The hearing allows residents to comment on these proposed changes before any final vote.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-2023 amending fence regulations (Chapter 1164)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 25-2023 amending sign regulations (Chapter 1173)

Safety Committee

The Twinsburg Safety Committee is meeting to discuss an emergency operations update, the intersection of Timothy Lane and Glenwood Drive, and the weather warning siren. The agenda includes audience participation and standard procedural items.

• Brief Emergency Operations update
• Intersection of Timothy Lane and Glenwood Drive
• Weather warning siren
• Next meeting date: May 9, 2023

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee is holding a special meeting with breakout sessions for its subcommittees on justice and police relations, city employment diversity, and community outreach. The committee will hear reports from these subcommittees and address any unfinished or new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Subcommittee breakout sessions on Justice & Police Relations, City Employment Diversity, and Community Outreach
• Subcommittee reports to be presented
• Next meeting scheduled for Monday, April 10th at 6:00 pm

Civil Service Commission

The Twinsburg Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel matters, including approving minutes from the previous meeting and discussing new business. Specifically, they will consider a request for a dispatcher exam and certify the fire captain promotional exam list. The meeting is procedural in nature, with no major policy decisions expected.

• Request for Dispatcher Exam by Christine Yakopovich
• Certify Fire Captain Promotional Exam List by Tammy Kalail
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2023

City Council

City Council approved a contract with Zone Co. for a comprehensive planning and zoning code update. The council also awarded contracts for road resurfacing and striping, and authorized the purchase of two police vehicles. Additionally, the GlenEagles Advisory Board was repealed.

• Approved $158,905 contract with Zone Co. for zoning code update (Unanimous)
• Approved $408,007.75 bid from Barbicas Construction Company for Cannon Road Resurfacing (Unanimous)
• Approved $144,919.84 bid to JD Striping & Services for road striping (Unanimous)
• Approved $84,140 purchase of two police vehicles from Liberty Ford (Unanimous)
• Repealed Chapter 155 regarding the GlenEagles Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Tinker’s Creek Watershed Partners, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Adopted resolution recognizing March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (Unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (Unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Twinsburg Finance Committee is meeting to review and discuss the 2023 permanent appropriations for several city departments, including Building, Economic Development & Planning, Service, and the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). Department heads will present their budget requests, followed by an overview of the total appropriations. The meeting is a working session for the committee to consider these budget items.

• 2023 Permanent Appropriation Presentations for Building, Economic Development & Planning, Service, and WWTP departments
• 2023 Permanent Appropriations Overview
• Approval of the January 24, 2023 Finance Committee Minutes

The committee reviewed 2023 budget presentations for the Building, Economic Development & Planning, Public Works-Service, and Public Works-Wastewater departments. The Finance Director presented the first reading of the 2023 Permanent Appropriation Overview, noting a 7.788% increase in General Fund Appropriations from 2022.

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended two sets of zoning code modifications to City Council regarding fence materials and temporary sign durations. A request for a lot split at 9879 Shepard Road was tabled. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 19, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of December 19, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled lot split consolidation for 9879 Shepard Road
• Recommended approval of Chapter 1164 fence modifications to City Council (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Chapter 1173 temporary sign modifications to City Council (4-1)

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board is meeting to review one signage case for Harmonii Social at 10735 Ravenna Rd, presented by Kristen Enering of Fast Signs. The board will also approve amended minutes from January 19 and February 2, 2023, and handle roll call, public participation, and adjournment.

• Case 23-02-08: signage review for Harmonii Social at 10735 Ravenna Rd
• Approval of amended minutes from January 19, 2023 and February 2, 2023

The Architectural Review Board denied a request for redesigned signage at 10735 Ravenna Road because the installed sign differed from the original approval. The board requires revisions to the text size and mounting hardware. The board also approved meeting minutes from January 19 and February 2, 2023.

• Denied Case 23-01-03 signage for Harmonii Social (unanimous)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 14, 2023, to consider a wide range of legislation, including road improvement contracts, a comprehensive zoning code update, and agreements for engineering and traffic studies. The council will also discuss the sign code and a work-from-home campaign during the caucus session. Several ordinances are on first reading, meaning they will require further votes before final approval.

• Ordinance 08-2023: Contract with Zone Co. for comprehensive update to planning and zoning code (emergency)
• Ordinance 12-2023: Accept bid of Perrin Asphalt for 2023 road improvement project (emergency)
• Ordinance 13-2023: Accept bid of Northeast Ohio Trenching Service for Ravenna Road and Town Center improvements (emergency)
• Ordinance 24-2023: Amend Chapter 1164 regarding fences
• Ordinance 25-2023: Amend Chapter 1173 regarding signs

City Council approved several emergency ordinances for road improvements, engineering services, and equipment purchases. The council also ratified a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local #436 and a wage adjustment for non-bargaining employees.

• Approved 2023 Road Program bid to Perrin Asphalt Co. for up to $1,711,653.65 (unanimous)
• Approved Ravenna & Town Center Improvements bid to Northeast Ohio Trenching Service for $662,827.00 (unanimous)
• Approved citywide transportation and traffic study contract with TMS Engineers for $46,790 (unanimous)
• Approved CBA with Teamsters Local #436 for 18 employees (unanimous)
• Approved 2% wage adjustment for non-bargaining employees for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three service department pickup trucks from Nick Mayer Ford Lincoln for $118,485.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $66,335.00 agreement with Chagrin Valley Engineering for right of way plans (unanimous)
• Approved $111,880.52 three-year maintenance contract with Motorola for Dispatch equipment (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Twinsburg Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss upcoming projects at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. The agenda also includes routine items such as appointing a chairperson, audience participation, and setting the next meeting date. No specific projects or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Discussion of upcoming projects at the Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Appointment of committee chairperson
• Next meeting scheduled for April 11, 2023

Environmental Commission

This is the regular February 2023 meeting of the Twinsburg Environmental Commission. The agenda is largely procedural, covering roll call, minutes approval, reports, and scheduling the next meeting. No specific decisions or substantive topics are listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Presentations
• Commissioners reports
• Council report
• Next meeting set for March 7, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 4, 2022 meeting. Members discussed various outreach strategies, including social media and composting, and noted that city electric vehicle charging stations are currently not in use.

• Approved October 4, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent member James Shafer (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architecture Review Board is meeting to review two signage applications: one for PK Financial at 8054 Darrow Road and one for Rudd at 2451 E. Enterprise Pkwy. The board will also approve amended minutes from January 5 and January 19, 2023.

• Case 23-01-03: PK Financial signage at 8054 Darrow Road
• Case 23-02-07: Rudd signage at 2451 E. Enterprise Pkwy
• Approval of amended minutes from January 5 and January 19, 2023

The board approved two signage requests for properties on Darrow Road and E. Enterprise Pkwy. The board also approved meeting minutes from January 5 and January 19, 2023.

• Approved Case 23-01-03 for PK Financial signage at 8054 Darrow Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-01-07 for Rudd signage at 2451 E. Enterprise Pkwy (Unanimous)
• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes with name correction (Unanimous)

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting on January 24, 2023. The caucus will discuss a fence code with the Building Commissioner. The regular meeting includes votes on several ordinances, including a professional services contract for prosecutorial services, a memorandum of understanding with Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners, repealing the Gleneagles Advisory Board, purchasing a 2023 Ford Expedition Max for the Fire Department, a contract with Zone Co. for a comprehensive planning and zoning code update, accepting an ODNR grant for park improvements, and authorizing joint purchasing programs. Council will also consider a motion to go to bid for three pick-up trucks for the Service Department.

• Ordinance 03-2023: Contract for prosecutorial services
• Ordinance 07-2023: Purchase of 2023 Ford Expedition Max through Montrose Ford for Fire Department
• Ordinance 08-2023: Contract with Zone Co. for comprehensive planning and zoning code update
• Ordinance 09-2023: Accept ODNR grant for park improvements
• Motion to go to bid for three 2022 or newer pick-up trucks for Service Department

City Council approved several emergency ordinances, including a grant for park improvements and the purchase of a fire department vehicle. The council also authorized the use of joint purchasing programs for 2023 and approved a contract for prosecutorial services.

• Approved $331,240 ODNR grant for Glenn Chamberlin Park improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $54,208.30 purchase of 2023 Ford Expedition for Fire Department (Unanimous)
• Approved professional services contract for city prosecutor Frank Beni (Unanimous)
• Approved authorization for mayor to use joint and cooperative purchasing programs in 2023 (Unanimous)
• Adopted resolution honoring Black History Month in February (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to go to bid for three 2022 or newer Service Department pick-up trucks (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the 2023 permanent appropriations for Parks & Recreation/Seniors/Fitness, Golf Pro Shop, and Golf Maintenance, presented by department heads. They will also review the 2022 financial status. The meeting includes routine items like approving previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• 2023 Permanent Appropriation Presentations for Parks & Recreation/Seniors/Fitness, Golf Pro Shop, and Golf Maintenance
• 2022 Financial Review
• Approval of December 13, 2022 Finance Committee Minutes

The committee reviewed 2023 permanent appropriation requests for the Golf Pro Shop, Golf Maintenance, Parks & Recreation, Senior Center, and Fitness Center. A 2022 financial review showed a $3,328,221.89 increase in General Fund reserves due to higher than anticipated income tax revenues.

• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered Executive Session (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board will review three cases: signage for Juice Rituals at 9981 Vail Drive, signage for ChemReady at 1919 Case Parkway N, and a new garage build at 2014 Dooridge Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the January 5, 2022 meeting and handle roll call and public participation.

• Case 23-01-04: Juice Rituals signage at 9981 Vail Drive
• Case 23-01-05: ChemReady signage at 1919 Case Parkway N
• Case 23-01-06: New garage build at 2014 Dooridge Drive
• Approval of minutes from January 5, 2022

The board approved signage for Juice Rituals and ChemReady, and a new garage build for a homeowner. One signage case was rescheduled, and the January 5, 2023, minutes were tabled for amendments.

• Approved Case 23-01-04 signage for Juice Rituals at 9981 Vail Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-01-05 signage for ChemReady at 1919 Case Parkway N with mounting hardware concealment (unanimous)
• Approved Case 23-01-06 new garage build at 2014 Dooridge Drive with added man door lighting and matching overhangs (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of January 5, 2023, minutes for amendments (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Case 23-01-03 signage for PD Financial at 8054 Darrow Road to 2/2/23

Civil Service Commission

The Twinsburg Civil Service Commission will hold a public hearing and then vote on a proposed amendment to Section XIX of the Civil Service Rules, which restricts political activities of classified employees. The amendment would allow employees to request unpaid leave to run for local political office. The commission will also receive an update on the Fire Captain Promotional Exam.

• Public hearing and action on proposed amendment to Civil Service Rules Section XIX (Political Activities)
• Proposed rule allows classified employees to request unpaid leave to run for Twinsburg political office
• Update on Fire Captain Promotional Exam from Chief Morgan
• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2022 meeting

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting on January 10, 2023. The caucus includes a zoning code rewrite update and discussion of pending legislation. The regular meeting features votes on ordinances for indigent defense services, a federal road project agreement, and a subdivision dedication, plus site plan and conditional use permit motions for a local business.

• Ordinance 91-2022: Accepting lands for Whispering Woods Phase 3 subdivision and reducing performance guarantee
• Ordinance 01-2023: Contract with Summit County Legal Defender's Office for indigent defense
• Ordinance 02-2023: LPA agreement with ODOT for Cannon Road resurfacing (Ravenna Road to Liberty Road)
• Motion: Site plan for two-story veranda and deck at Greenbridge Teahouse, 9036 Church Street
• Motion: Conditional use permit for outdoor dining at Greenbridge Teahouse

Council approved an agreement with ODOT for the Cannon Road resurfacing project and accepted public roadways for the Whispering Woods Phase 3 Subdivision. The board also authorized a contract for indigent defendant representation and approved site plans for the Greenbridge Teahouse.

• Approved Ordinance 91-2022 to accept public roadways for Whispering Woods Phase 3 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 01-2023 for Summit County Public Defender representation (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 02-2023 for Cannon Road resurfacing from Ravenna Road to Liberty Road (Unanimous)
• Approved site plan for two-story veranda and deck at Greenbridge Teahouse (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for outdoor dining at Greenbridge Teahouse (Unanimous)
• Approved waiver of 30-day waiting period on BZA Appeal 09-2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 13, 2022 meeting (6-0, 1 abstention)

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board will review two cases: a signage application for Serve & Finesse at 10735 Ravenna Road and a roof alteration at 2661 East Aurora Road that reportedly started before approval. The board will also approve minutes from the December 15, 2022 meeting and handle roll call and public participation.

• Case 23-01-01: Signage for Serve & Finesse, 10735 Ravenna Road, Suite 411, applicant Benny Geschke (A Sign Above)
• Case 23-01-02: Roof alteration at 2661 East Aurora Road (C-5 District), applicant Greg Pruitt (KRCH Realty), noted as started before approval
• Approval of minutes from December 15, 2022

The board approved a signage request for a new business at 10753 Ravenna Road. A roof alteration request for 2661 East Aurora Road was tabled pending the submission of drawings. The board also approved the December 15, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved Case 23-01-01 signage for Serve & Finesse at 10753 Ravenna Road Suite 411 (unanimous)
• Tabled Case 23-01-02 roof alteration at 2661 East Aurora Road until drawings are submitted (unanimous)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)