Twinsburg public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council meeting includes a regular session where council members will consider several ordinances and resolutions. The key action is the adoption of Ordinance 115-2025, a permanent appropriation ordinance that sets the city’s ordinary and other necessary expenses for the fiscal year ending Dec 31 2026. The council will also consider a cybersecurity policy, a wage increase for non‑union employees, and various contracts for projects such as Waterford Pond dredging, Liberty Road culvert extension, and uniform services. Additional items include confirming a planning commission determination on data centers and reappointing a health district board member.

• Ordinance 115-2025 – permanent appropriation ordinance for FY 2026 (city expenses)
• Ordinance 120-2025 – acceptance of bid from AMS Landscaping, LLC for Waterford Pond dredging Phase 1
• Ordinance 122-2025 – acceptance of bid from Fioritto Construction LLC for Liberty Road culvert extension project
• Resolution 123-2025 – authorizes a one‑year agreement with City of Stow for prosecutorial services
• Resolution 121-2025 – confirms reappointment of Sheila Williams to Summit County Combined General Health District Board of Health (2026‑2029)

The Twinsburg City Council adopted the 2026 permanent appropriation ordinance and several emergency measures, including a cybersecurity policy, a 3% wage increase for non‑bargaining staff, and contracts for waterway dredging, road culvert extension, uniform services, and prosecutorial services. All of these items passed unanimously except Ordinance 118‑2025, which would have provided a clothing allowance and lifetime fitness memberships and was rejected unanimously. The council also approved the reappointment of Sheila Williams to the Summit County Board of Health.

• Adopted Ordinance 115-2025 (2026 permanent appropriation) as emergency – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 116-2025 (city cybersecurity policy) as emergency – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 117-2025 (3% wage increase for non‑bargaining employees) as emergency – unanimous
• Failed Ordinance 118-2025 (clothing allowance and lifetime fitness membership) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 120-2025 (Waterford Pond Dredging Phase 1 contract $359,000) as emergency – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 122-2025 (Liberty Road Culvert Extension contract $112,780) as emergency – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 123-2025 (prosecutorial services contract with City of Stow $55,000 annually) as emergency – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 124-2025 (Uniform and Mat contract with UniFirst $82,255.73) as emergency – unanimous

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee will meet to consider a list of partner organizations, plans for a 2026 Diversity Day, and programming for Black History and Women’s Month. The agenda also includes audience participation, unfinished and new business, and setting the date for the next meeting.

• List of organizations committee can work with
• 2026 Diversity Day
• Black History/Women’s Month programming
• Audience Participation
• Unfinished Business, New Business, Miscellaneous

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will conduct its regular roll call, allow public participation, and consider the Pearl Vision signage application for Suite C104 at 8934 Darrow Road. The board will also approve the minutes from the October 2 and November 6, 2025 meetings, excuse any absent members, and then adjourn.

• Review of Pearl Vision signage application at 8934 Darrow Road Suite C104
• Approval of minutes from October 2, 2025 and November 6, 2025

Finance Committee

The Twinsburg Finance Committee will review and discuss the proposed 2026 budget. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the November 25, 2025 minutes, roll call, audience participation, and miscellaneous business. The next meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2026.

• Approval of the Minutes (November 25, 2025)
• 2026 Budget Presentation
• Roll Call
• Audience Participation
• Miscellaneous business

City Council

City Council will discuss the 2026 permanent appropriation ordinance and several new city ordinances. The body is also considering bids for dredging and culvert projects and the election of council leadership.

• Ordinance 115-2025: Permanent appropriation ordinance for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026
• Ordinance 120-2025: Bid from AMS Landscaping, LLC for Waterford Pond Dredging Phase 1
• Ordinance 122-2025: Bid from Fioritto Construction LLC for Liberty Road Culvert Extension
• Ordinance 116-2025: Establishment of a city cybersecurity policy
• Liquor permit requests for M&D 9224, LLC and E&V 9224 Inc. Smoke Outlet on Darrow Road

The Twinsburg City Council voted unanimously to appoint Greg Bellan as Council President and Karen Labbe as Vice President. The council also approved the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting. Committee assignments for 2026 were adopted, assigning each council member to specific committees.

• Greg Bellan appointed Council President (unanimous vote)
• Karen Labbe appointed Council Vice President (unanimous vote)
• Approved minutes from the regular council meeting dated November 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Committee appointments for 2026 adopted: David Post – Environmental, Parks & Recreation, School Board Relations; Chuck Bonacci – ARB, Public Safety, Fitness Advisory; Bill Furey – Finance, Public Works, Tax Incentive; Greg Bellan – Finance, Public Works, Public Safety, School Board Relations; Karen Labbe – Planning, Finance, Volunteer Fireman; Daisy Walker – JEDI, Public Safety, Fitness Advisory; Shaun Castillo – BZA, Public Works, Capital Improvements

City Council

The City Council meeting on December 1, 2025 will hold a swearing‑in ceremony for the newly elected mayor and council members. The ceremony will take place at the Twinsburg Government Center, Council Chambers at 6:00 pm. No policy decisions or agenda items beyond the oath ceremony are scheduled.

• Swearing‑in of Mayor David Post – Ward 4
• Swearing‑in of Councilperson Greg Bellan – Ward 5
• Swearing‑in of Councilperson Shaun Castillo – At‑Large

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing the mayor to enter a contract with ATNet Plus for information technology services and a real‑estate purchase at 2597 East Aurora Road. The council will also adopt the 2026 permanent appropriation ordinance and approve a bid for the Waterford Pond dredging project. Additional items include motions on a new liquor permit for Quintessential Cigar Lounge and a conditional use permit for a home‑based massage therapy business.

• Resolution 107-2025 – authorize mayor to contract with ATNet Plus for IT services (second reading)
• Resolution 109-2025 – authorize mayor to purchase property at 2597 East Aurora Road (second reading)
• Ordinance 115-2025 – permanent appropriation ordinance for fiscal year ending Dec 31 2026 (emergency)
• Ordinance 120-2025 – accept bid of AMS Landscaping, LLC for Waterford Pond Dredging Phase 1 (emergency)
• Motion 1 – approve new liquor permit for Quintessential Cigar Lounge on Darrow Road

The Twinsburg City Council adopted Resolution 107-2025, authorizing a renewal contract with AtNet Plus for up to $160,000 annually in IT services. The Council also adopted Resolution 109-2025, approving the purchase of the property at 2597 E. Aurora Road. Both resolutions passed on their third and final readings with unanimous votes. The council also approved the minutes from the October 28 and November 12, 2025 meetings, with three members abstaining.

• Adopted Resolution 107-2025 (IT services contract up to $160,000) – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 109-2025 (purchase of 2597 E. Aurora Road) – unanimous
• Approved minutes from Oct 28 and Nov 12, 2025 – unanimous with three abstentions

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review the 2026 Budget Presentation. The session includes time for audience participation and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• 2026 Budget Presentation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and work session regarding a home occupation permit. The body will also review a concept plan for the Downtown Redevelopment Site.

• Conditional Use Permit for home occupation at 1246 Waldo Way (Laura Schuch)
• Concept Plan for Downtown Redevelopment Site presented by Twins Crossing District Partners LLC and AVID Architects

The commission approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting. It voted to recommend that City Council issue a Conditional Zoning Certificate allowing Laura Schuch to operate a part‑time massage therapy business at 1246 Waldo Way. The commission also excused absent member Mr. Walker and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved October 20, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended issuance of Conditional Zoning Certificate for Laura Schuch home‑occupation at 1246 Waldo Way (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Mr. Walker from the meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Safety Committee

The Twinsburg Safety Committee will discuss signage for the city roundabout and receive updates from the Police Department on roundabout safety. Engineering will provide an update on the removal of a traffic signal from the Square. The Fire Department will present updates on call volume, staffing, fleet, emergency management plans, weather sirens, facilities, and city‑wide CPR/AED training. The meeting will also cover unfinished business and set the next meeting date.

• Roundabout signage discussion
• Police Department update on roundabout safety
• Engineering update on signal removal from the Square
• Fire Department call volume and staffing updates
• Fire Department emergency management and training updates

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider a request to extend the eligibility list for Police Sergeant positions. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the September 10, 2025 minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Consider request to extend Police Sergeant eligibility list
• Approve minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the September 10 2025 minutes by a 2‑0 vote. It then approved extending the Police Sergeant Eligibility List for one year, keeping it valid until Dec 11 2026, also by a 2‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned after the motions were carried.

• Approved September 10 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved extension of Police Sergeant Eligibility List to Dec 11 2026 (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will vote on several resolutions, including authorizing the mayor to apply for an OEPA Water Pollution Control Construction Loan for planning, design, and construction of wastewater facilities and to designate a repayment source. Other items include a real‑estate purchase at 2597 East Aurora, a contract for roof and HVAC work at the Twinsburg Government Center, and amendments to the planning and zoning code and the city’s 2025 appropriations. All items are listed as standing on their first or subsequent readings.

• Resolution 108-2025 – authorizes the mayor to apply for, accept, and enter into an OEPA Water Pollution Control Construction Loan for wastewater facilities (first reading).
• Resolution 109-2025 – authorizes the mayor to enter a real‑estate purchase agreement for property at 2597 East Aurora.
• Resolution 114-2025 – authorizes the mayor to contract with Construction Resources Inc. for professional services on the Government Center roof and HVAC project.
• Ordinance 84-2025 – amends various chapters of Part Eleven of the codified ordinances to update the planning and zoning code (fourth reading).
• Ordinance 110-2025 – amends the current year appropriations for general revenue and enterprise fund accounts and declares an emergency (first reading).

The November 12, 2025 Twinsburg City Council meeting consisted of caucus and regular sessions, audience comments, and reports on pending legislation such as Ordinance 84‑2025 and several resolutions. Council members discussed amendments, charter analyses, and upcoming projects, but the minutes do not record any votes, approvals, denials, or adoptions of the items presented. No substantive decisions were documented in the official record.

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Twinsburg Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee will hold its regular session, covering standard agenda items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes. The committee will provide a period for audience participation and address any unfinished or new business. It will also schedule its next meeting for December 8, 2025, before adjourning.

• Call to order
• Roll call
• Approval of minutes
• Audience participation
• Schedule next meeting (Dec 8, 2025)

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review three cases involving new structures and signage. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from October 2 and October 16, 2025.

• Case 25-11-41: New attached arbor and outdoor kitchen structure at 2799 Max Court
• Case 25-11-42: Rapha Endodontics signage at 8940 Wilcox Drive
• Case 25-11-43: Express Employment wall signage at 9005 Darrow Road

The Architectural Review Board approved Case 25-11-41 for a new attached arbor and outdoor kitchen at 2799 Max Court, Case 25-11-42 for a 64.5" non‑lit sign at 8940 Wilcox Drive, and Case 25-11-43 for an illuminated wall sign at 9005 Darrow Road. The board also tabled the October 2, 2025 minutes, approved the October 16, 2025 minutes, excused absent member Mr. Petti, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved Case 25-11-41 arbor & outdoor kitchen at 2799 Max Court (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-11-42 64.5" non‑lit signage at 8940 Wilcox Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-11-43 illuminated wall sign at 9005 Darrow Road (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of minutes for ARB meeting on October 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for ARB meeting on October 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Mr. Petti from this meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Twinsburg Finance Committee will consider approval of the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes and hear a presentation on treasury investments. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, audience participation, miscellaneous business, and setting the next meeting date for November 25, 2025.

• Approval of September 23, 2025 minutes
• Treasury Investment Presentation
• Discussion of miscellaneous business
• Scheduling of next meeting on November 25, 2025

City Council

City Council will discuss several resolutions including a real estate purchase and a loan for wastewater facilities. The body is also considering a conditional use permit for a religious institution and the establishment of a school district relations committee.

• Resolution 109-2025: Purchase of real property at 2597 East Aurora Road from Peter W. and Laurie A. Burnett
• Resolution 108-2025: Application for an OEPA Water Pollution Control Construction Loan Fund agreement for wastewater facilities
• Resolution 106-2025: Application for federal STBG funds for traffic signals
• Resolution 107-2025: IT services contract with Atnet Plus
• Conditional use permit for a religious institution at 9263 Ravenna Road

The council voted to approve the minutes from the regular council meeting held on October 14, 2025. The motion was moved by B. Furey, seconded by G. Bellan, and passed unanimously. No other ordinances or resolutions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved October 14, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing and work session on a Conditional Use Permit for NorthStar Church at 9263 Ravenna Rd, covering the church building (Unit A-7) and parking (Unit A-8). They will also review the final site plan for the Deer Run Apartments clubhouse facility and consider zoning text amendments. Routine items include approval of the August 18, 2025 minutes and a public participation segment.

• Conditional Use Permit – NorthStar Church (Units A-7 church and A-8 parking) at 9263 Ravenna Rd
• Final Site Plan – Deer Run Apartments clubhouse facility (presented by Payne & Payne and Berns Ockner & Greenberger)
• Zoning Text Amendments (presented by City Planner Lynn Muter)
• Approval of the August 18, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Public Participation segment

The commission approved the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It recommended that City Council issue a Conditional Zoning Certificate for NorthStar Church. It approved the final site plan for the Deer Run Apartments clubhouse with conditions. It also recommended zoning text amendments to City Council and excused an absent member.

• Approved August 18, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended issuance of Conditional Zoning Certificate for NorthStar Church (unanimous)
• Approved Deer Run Apartments clubhouse final site plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended zoning text amendments to City Council (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Mr. Shebeck (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to review five cases involving signage and construction projects. The board will consider a new two-story clubhouse and various commercial sign updates.

• Case 25-10-38: New Deer Run 2-Story Clubhouse at 10031 Darrow Road
• Case 25-10-36: Sweet Kiddles signage at 9585 E. Idlewood Drive
• Case 25-10-37: Boba Queen signage at 9224 Darrow Road Suite T
• Case 25-10-40: Ebony’s Ice Cream additional wall sign at 9981 Vail Drive Suite 1A
• Case 25-10-39: New front patio and covered roof at 1791 Dooridge Drive

The Architectural Review Board approved five applications: signage for Sweet Kiddles, Boba Queen, Ebony’s Ice Cream, a front patio at 1791 Dooridge Drive, and a new 2‑story clubhouse at 10031 Darrow Road. Four approvals passed unanimously; the Boba Queen sign approval passed with three Yes votes and one abstention. The board also excused absent member Mr. Khatra and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved Sweet Kiddles signage with four‑inch address letters (unanimous)
• Approved Boba Queen signage (3 Yes, 1 abstain)
• Approved New Deer Run 2‑story clubhouse (unanimous)
• Approved front patio & covered roof at 1791 Dooridge Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Ebony’s Ice Cream additional wall sign (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Mr. Khatra (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will consider a slate of resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing a streetscape design contract, amending the planning and zoning code, defining "data center" use, adjusting appropriations, and applying for federal surface transportation block grant funds to resurface Chamberlin Road. Specific items include Resolution 74‑2025, Ordinance 84‑2025, Resolution 102‑2025, Resolution 103‑2025, and Ordinance 105‑2025 establishing a School District Relations Committee. The agenda also contains routine business such as approval of the September 23 minutes, audience participation, and reports from the mayor and department heads.

• Resolution 74‑2025 – authorizes mayor to contract Environmental Design Group for streetscape design guidelines (emergency)
• Ordinance 84‑2025 – amends chapters of Part Eleven to update the planning and zoning code (third reading)
• Resolution 102‑2025 – allows mayor to apply for federal surface transportation block grant to resurface Chamberlin Road (SR 82 to Ravenna Rd) (emergency)
• Resolution 103‑2025 – allows mayor to apply for federal grant to resurface Glenwood Drive (SR 91 to Liberty Rd) (emergency)
• Ordinance 105‑2025 – creates Chapter 157 establishing a School District Relations Committee

The council approved the minutes from the September 23, 2025 regular council meeting. The motion passed unanimously, with S. Barr, D. Post and K. Labbe abstaining. No other legislation was adopted; ordinances on data centers and other items were postponed or sent back for further review.

• Approved September 23, 2025 council minutes (unanimous, with three abstentions)

Environmental Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed for discussion.

The Environmental Commission approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other actions were taken; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and discussions without formal decisions.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider Case 25-10-3552799 concerning proposed exterior changes to a residence on Max Court. The request is submitted by Zachary Flynn of Flynn Construction. The board will discuss the design and determine whether to approve the proposed changes.

• Case 25-10-3552799 – Max Court – Cornett home facade changes (Zachary Flynn, Flynn Construction)

The board voted to approve Case 25-10-35, allowing the proposed brick, window and siding changes to the Cornett home at 2799 Max Court. The board also approved the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes, excused absent member David Marcovitz, and adjourned the meeting. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Case 25-10-35 façade changes (unanimous)
• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent member David Marcovitz (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing a contract with Environmental Design Group for streetscape design guidelines. Items also include amendments to the planning and zoning code, a definition for data centers, changes to fee structures, and a motion on a new liquor permit. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation.

• Resolution 74-2025: authorize contract with Environmental Design Group for streetscape design guidelines
• Ordinance 84-2025: amend chapters of Part Eleven of the planning and zoning code
• Resolution 85-2025: confirm data center use in the Innovation and Manufacturing zone
• Ordinance 89-2025: amend city fees and deposits regulations
• Motion: do not oppose new liquor permit for MM CS Services LLC at 987 N on E. Aurora Road

The Twinsburg City Council unanimously approved the minutes from the regular council meeting. Council members agreed to table Ordinance 84-2025, Ordinance 85-2025, and Ordinance 86-2025 until more council members are present. No other items were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved regular council meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 84-2025 (planning and zoning changes)
• Tabled Ordinance 85-2025 (data center conditional use)
• Tabled Ordinance 86-2025 (definition of a data center)

Public Hearing

The Twinsburg City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 84-2025. The ordinance proposes amendments to various chapters of Part Eleven of the city’s codified ordinances, affecting the planning and zoning code. Council members will consider the changes during the meeting.

• Ordinance 84-2025 – amendment to planning and zoning code

Finance Committee

The Twinsburg Finance Committee meeting on September 23, 2025 will consider several agenda items. The committee will approve the June 24, 2025 minutes, hear a presentation of recommendations from the Capital Improvement Board, and review a financial health indicator. Additional items include audience participation, miscellaneous business, and setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of June 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation of recommendations from the Capital Improvement Board
• Review of Financial Health Indicator
• Audience participation
• Miscellaneous items

The Finance Committee approved the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes by a 2‑0 vote. No other actions or votes were taken during the meeting. Recommendations from the Capital Improvement Board were discussed but not decided upon. The city’s 2024 financial health indicators were reviewed.

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)

Capital Improvement Board

The Capital Improvements Board will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and vote on capital requests for 2026. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at the Twinsburg Government Center.

• Approval of minutes from 9/9/2025 meeting
• 2026 Capital Requests voting

Civil Service Commission

The Twinsburg Civil Service Commission will approve minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting, hear public participation, and address old business. In new business, the commission will discuss a request for a Fire Captain examination, certification of the Fire Eligibility list, use of weighted scores for Dispatch eligibility, a Fire Lieutenant examination in 2026, and an alternative written exam for the Equipment Operator position. The meeting will conclude with miscellaneous items and scheduling the next meeting for November 12, 2025.

• Request for Fire Captain examination
• Certification of Fire Eligibility list using weighted scores
• Request to administer a Fire Lieutenant examination in 2026
• Request for alternative written exam for Equipment Operator exam

The commission approved a second Fire Captain Examination, certified the Firefighter/Medic eligibility list, and authorized a Fire Lieutenant Examination for early 2026. It also adopted weighted scores for the Dispatch eligibility list and approved an alternative written exam for the Equipment Operator position. All motions passed unanimously (3-0).

• Approved second Fire Captain Examination (3-0)
• Approved Firefighter/Medic Eligibility List (3-0)
• Approved Fire Lieutenant Examination for early 2026 (3-0)
• Approved use of weighted scores and certified Dispatch Eligibility List (3-0)
• Approved alternative written exam for Equipment Operator Exam (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 9, 2025 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a resolution to authorize the mayor to join the Valley Enforcement Regional Council. Other items include a contract for streetscape design guidelines, updates to the planning and zoning code, and several tax and financing measures. The council will also review a software purchase agreement and a bid for the Highland Sanitary Project.

• Resolution 74-2025: authorize the mayor to contract Environmental Design Group for streetscape design guidelines
• Resolution 90-2025: authorize the mayor to join the Valley Enforcement Regional Council and appoint representatives
• Ordinance 84-2025: amend various chapters of Part Eleven of the Codified Ordinances to update the planning and zoning code
• Ordinance 89-2025: amend Section 149 regarding fees and deposits
• Ordinance 96-2025: accept the bid of United Survey Inc. for the Highland Sanitary Project

The council voted to approve the minutes from the regular council meeting held on August 26, 2025. The motion was moved by G. Bellan, seconded by B. Furey, and passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved August 26, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)

Capital Improvement Board

The board is meeting to hear 2026 capital requests from various city departments. Presentations will be made regarding information technology, parks and recreation, emergency management, the Gleneagles Golf Course, and infrastructure and engineering.

• Information Technology network and security requests
• Parks & Recreation/Fitness Center requests
• Comprehensive Emergency Management requests
• Gleneagles Golf Course requests
• Infrastructure and Engineering requests

The Capital Improvements Board unanimously approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. The board then unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 6:35 p.m. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved September 2, 2025 CIB minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 6:35 p.m. (unanimous)

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Twinsburg Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee met to conduct procedural business. No decisions or discussions on substantive topics were listed on the agenda.

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architecture Review Board will meet to review five signage cases submitted by local businesses and organizations. The board will also approve minutes from the August 7 meeting and handle procedural items like roll call and public participation.

• Case 25-08-30: Ebony’s Ice Cream signage at 9981 Vail Drive
• Case 25-09-31: Faith United Methodist Church signage at 2560 Post Road
• Case 25-09-32: The Atley signage at 9149 Ravenna Road
• Case 25-09-33: Post Acute signage at 8551 Darrow Road
• Case 25-09-34: MAPCO signage at 2496 East Aurora Road

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board approved five signage applications during its September 4, 2025 meeting. Approvals included Ebony’s Ice Cream sign on Vail Drive (subject to illumination requirements), Faith United Methodist Church LED sign on Post Road (pending an electrical permit), The Atley sign on Ravenna Road, a post‑acute sign on Darrow Road, and MAPCO signage on East Aurora Road (with color, removal, and permit conditions). All motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the meeting minutes and adjourned.

• Approved Ebony’s Ice Cream signage at Vail Drive (condition: meets illumination requirements) – unanimous
• Approved Faith United Methodist Church LED signage at 2560 Post Road (condition: obtain electrical permit) – unanimous
• Approved The Atley signage at 9149 Ravenna Road – unanimous
• Approved post‑acute signage at 8551 Darrow Road – unanimous
• Approved MAPCO signage at 2496 East Aurora Road (conditions: reverse monument sign colors, remove Polar Pop sign and patch wall, obtain electrical permit) – unanimous

Environmental Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or contracts are listed for decision or discussion.

The commission approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes with a spelling correction to Mr. Walton’s name, passing the motion unanimously. The commission then adjourned the September 2, 2025 meeting at 7:40 p.m., also unanimously.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes with name correction (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 p.m. (unanimous)

Capital Improvement Board

The Capital Improvements Board will meet to discuss 2026 capital requests. Representatives from the police, fire, and wastewater departments will present their needs.

• 2026 Capital Request: Police Department
• 2026 Capital Request: Fire Department
• 2026 Capital Request: Wastewater Department

The Capital Improvements Board approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting unanimously. No capital request proposals were voted on or approved. The board then adjourned the meeting unanimously at 6:19 p.m.

• Approved August 26, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No capital request decisions were made
• Adjourned meeting at 6:19 p.m. (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss a community survey, and confirm a facility tour date with public notice requirements.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of community survey results
• Confirm facility tour date and public notice
• Next meeting scheduled for October 23, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Building & Zoning Code Appeals will meet to review a single variance request. The board will also approve meeting minutes from April and July 2025.

• Appeal #05-2025: Garage setback variance request at 3217 Simecek Drive (Parcel #6409712)

The Board approved Appeal #05-2025, granting a garage setback variance for the property at 3217 Simecek Drive. It also approved the meeting minutes from April 23, 2025 and July 23, 2025. The Board excused absent member Tom Brown. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved garage setback variance for 3217 Simecek Drive (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for April 23, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for July 23, 2025 (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Tom Brown (unanimous)

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold its regular meeting to act on multiple ordinances and resolutions, including financing for HVAC and roof upgrades at the indoor swimming pool, zoning changes to define and permit data centers, and several emergency appropriations and purchases.

• $2,075,000 note issuance for indoor pool HVAC and roof improvements at the Twinsburg Fitness Center
• Ordinance 84-2025 and Resolution 85-2025 to amend zoning code and confirm data center as a permitted conditional use in the I-M Innovation and Manufacturing Zone
• Resolution 79-2025 authorizing purchase of an alerting system from Bryx, Inc. for the Fire Department
• Resolution 83-2025 authorizing purchase of a bucket truck for the Service Department
• Motion to authorize the Clerk to submit a D-3 liquor permit application for Quintessential Cigar Lounge, LLC on Darrow Road

The Twinsburg City Council met on August 26, 2025 and discussed electric‑bike awareness and several pending resolutions and ordinances. A motion was made to approve the minutes from the July 8, 2025 council meeting; the vote outcome was not recorded. No other items were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Motion to approve July 8, 2025 council minutes (outcome not recorded)

Capital Improvement Board

The Twinsburg Capital Improvement Board will hold a meeting to swear in new members, elect a chairperson, and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The board will also receive an overview of 2025 capital requests and begin discussing the 2026 capital and budget process, including service department requests.

• Swearing in of new board members
• Election of a chairperson
• Approval of minutes from 9/17/2024 meeting
• Overview of 2025 capital requests
• Introduction of 2026 capital and budget process

The Capital Improvements Board unanimously elected John Blust as chairperson. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.m. by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were decided.

• John Blust appointed Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved September 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to determine if a data center is a similar use in the I-M Zone. The commission will also discuss and act on proposed text amendments to the Planning and Zoning Code.

• Similar Use Determination for a data center in the I-M Zone
• Proposed text amendments to the Planning and Zoning Code

The commission approved the June 16, 2025 meeting minutes without objection. It voted to recommend that data center facilities be treated as a conditionally permitted similar use in the Innovation and Manufacturing Zone. It also voted to recommend City Council approve the proposed miscellaneous zoning and development code text amendments.

• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended to City Council data center facilities as a conditionally permitted similar use in the IM Zone (unanimous)
• Recommended to City Council approval of miscellaneous zoning and development code text amendments (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to review two specific property modification cases. The board will also vote on the approval of minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting.

• Case 25-08-28: New signage for Quintessential at 9221 Darrow Road
• Case 25-08-29: Front porch cover for Casto at 12051 Waywood Drive

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved the Darrow Road signage update, requiring address numerals of at least 4 inches and white or black posts. It also unanimously approved the Waywood Drive front porch cover, with conditions on brick return, matching asphalt shingles, and white façade color. The board approved the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved Darrow Road sign update with size and color conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Waywood Drive porch cover with brick, shingle, and color conditions (unanimous)
• Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Building & Zoning Code Appeals will meet to review a request for a signage variance. The board will also swear in a new member and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Appeal #04-2025: Request for a 10-foot variance to section 1116.03 for a monument sign at 10414 Ravenna Road
• Swearing in of a new board member
• Approval of September 25, 2024 minutes

The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved a 10‑foot setback variance for a monument sign at 10414 Ravenna Road, Parcel #6402331. The board also approved the minutes from the September 25 2024 meeting. Additionally, the board excused absent member Chris Griffith. All three motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 10‑foot sign variance at 10414 Ravenna Road (unanimous)
• Approved September 25 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Chris Griffith (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review three specific property cases involving signage, awnings, and a new home build. The board is also scheduled to review Ordinance 59-25.

• Case 25-07-25: New awnings at 2146 Enterprise Parkway
• Case 25-07-26: New home build at 3217 Simecek Drive
• Case 25-07-27: Signage for Pelicans Sno-Ball at 2821 East Aurora Road
• Review of Ordinance 59-25

The Architectural Review Board approved three project applications: new awnings at 2146 Enterprise Parkway, a new home build at 3217 Simecek Drive, and non‑illuminated signage at 2821 East Aurora Road. The board also voted to make a positive recommendation to City Council to amend Ordinance 59‑2025. Minutes were approved and the meeting was adjourned, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved new awnings at 2146 Enterprise Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved new home build at 3217 Simecek Drive, pending Zoning Appeals approval (unanimous)
• Approved Pelican Sno‑Ball signage at 2821 East Aurora Road (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council adopt amendments to Ordinance 59‑2025 (unanimous)
• Approved July 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to conduct general business. The agenda includes a discussion regarding Family Diversity Day scheduled for July 19th.

• Family Diversity Day on July 19th from 11:00am to 1:00 pm

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to appoint a secretary and approve previous minutes. The body will also address requests regarding an Equipment Operator exam and the certification of a Fire Captain promotional eligibility list.

• Appointment of Michelle Bronowski as Secretary of the Civil Service Commission
• Request for Equipment Operator Exam from Dennis Szydlowski
• Certification of Fire Captain Promotional Eligibility List from Tammy Kalail

The commission appointed Michelle Bronowski as secretary (3‑0). It approved the April 16, 2025 minutes (2‑0). It authorized an internal Equipment Operator promotional exam (3‑0). It postponed the fire captain eligibility list to the next meeting (3‑0). The next regular meeting is set for September 10, 2025.

• Appointed Michelle Bronowski as Secretary of the Civil Service Commission (3‑0)
• Approved minutes of April 16, 2025 (2‑0)
• Approved internal promotional Equipment Operator exam (3‑0)
• Postponed certification of Fire Captain promotional eligibility list to next meeting (3‑0)
• Moved into Executive Session to consider a public employee promotion (3‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3‑0)

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will vote on several resolutions regarding professional service contracts and tax incentive agreements. The meeting includes discussions on street parking and updates to the city's appropriation ordinance for 2025.

• Resolution 65-2025: Contract with R.E. Warner for a new service garage complex
• Resolution 74-2025: Contract with Environmental Design Group for streetscape design guidelines
• Resolution 75-2025: Application for federal funds for a traffic signal upgrade project
• Ordinance 76-2025: Amendment to 2025 special revenue fund appropriations
• Motion 1: Transfer of liquor permit for location on E. Aurora Road

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously amended the agenda to include a transfer of a liquor permit on Darrow Road. Other resolutions and ordinances were read but no vote outcomes were recorded.

• Approved June 24, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add Darrow Road liquor permit transfer (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review seven property cases and one ordinance. The agenda includes requests for new signage, residential alterations, and a new construction project.

• Case 25-07-23: Extra Space Storage new build on Old Mill Road
• Case 25-06-16: Carroll Construction Supply new signage at 2300 East Aurora Road
• Case 25-07-19: Faithfull Companion Pet Cremation new signage at 1941 Case Parkway
• Case 25-07-20: Citizens Bank new signage at 8968 Darrow Road
• Review of Ordinance 59-25

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board approved all seven applications on the agenda, including new signage for Carroll Construction Supply, Faithfull Companion Pet Cremation, Citizens Bank, Bedrooms Today, a garage addition, a porch roof, and a new Extra Space Storage build. All approvals were unanimous. The board also discussed Ordinance 59-25 but took no action, and approved the June 5, 2025 minutes and excused an absent member.

• Approved Case 25-06-16: new signage at 2300 East Aurora Road (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-07-19: new signage at 1941 Case Parkway with address added (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-07-20: new signage at 8968 Darrow Road with 4-inch address letters (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-07-21: garage addition at 2871 Sharon Court (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-07-22: new porch roof at 9734 E. Idlewood Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-07-23: new build at Old Mill Road for Extra Space Storage (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-07-24: new signage at 10414 Ravenna Road with opaque background and code compliance (unanimous)
• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes and excused absent member (unanimous)

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to discuss committee business. The agenda includes a specific item regarding Family Diversity Day scheduled for July 19th.

• Family Diversity Day - July 19th, 11:00am to 1:00 pm

City Council

City Council will review legislation regarding sign regulations, Architectural Review Board rules, and the Community Reinvestment Program. The body is also considering a professional services contract for a new service garage complex and property donations to neighboring police departments.

• Resolution 65-2025: Contract with R.E. Warner for a new service garage complex
• Ordinance 58-2025: Regulations on maximum display days for yard signs
• Ordinance 59-2025: Amendments to Architectural Review Board regulations
• Ordinance 60-2025: Amendments to the Community Reinvestment Program
• Resolution 70-2025: Opposition to House Bill 335 regarding inside millage

The Twinsburg City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 58‑2025, changing the maximum display time for temporary yard signs to 40 days. The council also approved Ordinance 60‑2025 amending the Community Reinvestment Program and passed three emergency resolutions to donate surplus radios to neighboring police departments and to oppose Ohio House Bill 335. The minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 58‑2025 (signs) – unanimous vote
• Adopted Ordinance 60‑2025 (community reinvestment) – unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution 68‑2025 to donate radios to Norton PD (emergency) – unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution 69‑2025 to donate radios to Bedford PD (emergency) – unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution 70‑2025 opposing House Bill 335 (emergency) – unanimous vote
• Approved minutes from June 10, 2025 council meeting – unanimous vote
• Suspended three‑reading rule for Resolution 68‑2025 – unanimous vote
• Suspended three‑reading rule for Resolution 69‑2025 – unanimous vote

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and vote on an amendment to the city's sign code. The body will also consider appointments to the Twinsburg CRA Housing Council.

• ORDINANCE 58-2025: Amendment to Chapter 1116 Signs regarding yard sign display time
• Appointment to the Twinsburg CRA Housing Council

The commission unanimously approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend a 40‑day display period for yard signs, to appoint Christina Conway to the Twinsburg CRA Housing Council, and to excuse two absent members. An earlier executive‑session vote approved a lot split on Shepherd Road, and the commission confirmed no development may begin until a site plan is approved.

• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended 40‑day yard sign display amendment (unanimous)
• Appointed Christina Conway to CRA Housing Council (3‑0)
• Excused Kraig Shipley and Edward Hoegler from attendance (3‑0)
• Approved lot split at Shepherd Road (executive session, outcome approved)

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for boards and commissions. The meeting includes a planned executive session to consult with an attorney regarding imminent court action.

• Boards and Commission Interviews
• Executive session regarding disputes subject to imminent court action

Public Hearing

The Twinsburg Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a zoning change for a specific property. The body is considering whether to rezone the site from commercial to intensive commercial and light industrial use.

• Ordinance 49-2025: Rezoning 9392 Ravenna Road (Parcel #64-00096) from C-2 (Commercial) to I-1 (Intensive Commercial and Light Industrial)

City Council

City Council will discuss a range of legislative items including the 2026 tax budget and changes to the city's parking code. The body is also reviewing a rezoning request for 9392 Ravenna Road and a contract for a new service garage complex.

• Ordinance 53-2025: Proposed ban on overnight on-street residential parking, parking by fire hydrants, and parking during snow emergencies
• Ordinance 56-2025: Adoption of the tax budget for fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026
• Ordinance 49-2025: Rezoning 9392 Ravenna Road from Commercial (C-2) to Intensive Commercial and Light Industrial (I-1)
• Resolution 65-2025: Contract with R.E. Warner for professional services for a new service garage complex
• Resolution 64-2025: Application for the Ridgewood Drive improvements project

The council approved the May 27, 2025 regular council minutes with a 6‑0 vote (Bellan abstaining). Council agreed to pass Ordinance 56‑2025, the 2026 annual tax budget, at the regular meeting. Council also decided to correct a typo on page three before voting on related items.

• Approved May 27 council minutes (6-0, Bellan abstained)
• Agreed to pass Ordinance 56‑2025 (2026 tax budget) at regular meeting
• Ordered typo correction on table page 3 before vote

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to conduct general business. The agenda includes a discussion regarding Family Diversity Day scheduled for July 19th.

• Family Diversity Day - July 19th, 11:00am to 1:00 pm

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to review three specific cases regarding new signage and a home addition. The board will also vote on the approval of the May 15, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Case 25-06-16: New signage for Carroll Construction Supply at 2300 East Aurora Road
• Case 25-06-17: New signage for Letz Get Storage at 9330 Dutton Drive
• Case 25-06-18: New front porch roof addition at 1672 Glenwood Drive

The Architectural Review Board tabled a sign request for 2300 East Aurora Road pending a color sample. It approved new signage at 9330 Dutton Drive and a front porch roof addition at 1672 Glenwood Drive as submitted. The board also approved the meeting minutes, excused a member, and adjourned the meeting, all by unanimous vote.

• Tabled Case 25-06-16 (2300 East Aurora Rd) pending color sample – unanimous
• Approved Case 25-06-17 (9330 Dutton Dr) signage – unanimous
• Approved Case 25-06-18 (1672 Glenwood Dr) porch roof addition – unanimous
• Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous
• Excused Mr. Khatra from June 5, 2025 meeting – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss the creation of a commission mission statement. The body will also discuss a Community Survey.

• Discussion of commission mission statement
• Discussion of Community Survey

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a motion to reconsider the denial of a lot split application. If the motion passes, the commission will then hear the application for the lot split at 9385 Shepard Road.

• Motion to reconsider denial of lot split at 9385 Shepard Road (PP# 64-01251)
• Application for lot split at 9385 Shepard Road (PP# 64-01251)
• Executive session with attorney regarding a dispute subject to imminent court action

The commission unanimously approved the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes. It entered an executive session to discuss a pending court dispute. The commission reconsidered and then approved the lot split at 9385 Shepard Road, subject to easement approval by the City Planner and Law Director. It also excused absent member Kraig Shipley.

• Approved May 19 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for attorney conference (4-0)
• Reconsidered denial of lot split application at 9385 Shepard Road (4-0)
• Approved lot split at 9385 Shepard Road, pending easement approval (4-0)
• Excused absent member Kraig Shipley (4-0)

City Council

City Council will discuss and vote on multiple ordinances including changes to sanitary sewer rates and residential parking restrictions. The body is also considering a rezoning request for 9392 Ravenna Road and the adoption of the 2026 tax budget.

• Ordinance 47-2025: Adjustment of quarterly rates for the Twinsburg sanitary sewer system
• Ordinance 49-2025: Rezoning 9392 Ravenna Road from C-2 Commercial to I-1 Intensive Commercial and Light Industrial
• Ordinance 53-2025: Ban on overnight on-street parking in residential districts, parking on fire hydrant sides, and parking during snow emergencies
• Ordinance 56-2025: Adoption of the city tax budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026
• Ordinance 54-2025: Renewal of liability and property insurance through Love Insurance Agency and the Ohio Plan

The council unanimously appointed Christina Conway as clerk pro tem and approved the May 13 meeting minutes. It then conducted second‑reading hearings on a series of ordinances covering sewer rates, public works titles, rezoning, insurance, tax budget, signage, and zoning code changes. No final votes or approvals were recorded for those ordinances.

• Appointed Christina Conway as clerk pro tem (unanimous)
• Approved May 13, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
• Ordinance 47‑2025 read a second time (no vote)
• Ordinance 48‑2025 read a second time (no vote)
• Ordinance 49‑2025 read a second time (no vote)
• Ordinance 54‑2025 (city insurance) read a second time (no vote)
• Ordinance 58‑2025 (temporary sign duration) read a second time (no vote)
• Ordinance 60‑2025 (CRA legislation changes) read a second time (no vote)

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished, new, and miscellaneous business. The primary item of discussion is the Family Diversity Day event.

• Family Diversity Day scheduled for July 19th, 11:00am to 1:00 pm

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to elect its 2025 leadership and review a lot split or consolidation request. The primary item of business concerns a property at 9385 Shepard Road.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2025
• Lot split/consolidation request for 9385 Shepard Road (PP# 64-01251) by Tom Fischietto and Derek Berdysz

The commission selected Marc Cohen as Chair and Steve Shebeck as Vice Chair by voice vote. Minutes from the January 27 and April 21, 2025 meetings were unanimously approved. The motion to approve the lot split at 9385 Shepard Road was defeated 2‑2. A motion to excuse absent member Kraig Shipley passed 4‑0.

• Marc Cohen appointed Chair (voice vote)
• Steve Shebeck appointed Vice Chair (voice vote)
• January 27, 2025 minutes approved unanimously
• April 21, 2025 minutes approved unanimously
• Lot split for 9385 Shepard Road defeated 2‑2
• Kraig Shipley excused from commission, motion passed 4‑0

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public participation session and then review three homeowner applications: a garage addition at 9790 E. Idlewood Drive, a metal roof at 2619 E. Aurora Road, and a color change for a new detached garage at 1640 Jennifer Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Case 25-05-14: Garage addition at 9790 E. Idlewood Drive
• Case 25-05-15: Metal roof at 2619 E. Aurora Road
• Case 25-05-12 (return): Color change for new detached garage at 1640 Jennifer Drive

The board approved a garage addition at 9790 E. Idlewood Drive, a metal roof at 2619 E. Aurora Road, and a color change for a detached garage at 1640 Jennifer Drive pending homeowners‑association approval. The first two approvals passed unanimously, while the color‑change approval passed 3‑1. The board also unanimously approved the meeting minutes, excused an absent member, and adjourned.

• Approved garage addition at 9790 E. Idlewood Drive (unanimous)
• Approved metal roof at 2619 E. Aurora Road (unanimous)
• Approved color change for detached garage at 1640 Jennifer Drive, pending HOA approval (3-1)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Mr. Marcovitz (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting with several proposed ordinances. Key items include adjusting sanitary sewer quarterly rates, rezoning a property at 9392 Ravenna Road, and amending parking rules to ban overnight on-street parking, parking on fire hydrant sides, and parking during snow emergencies. The council also plans to eliminate the Community Improvement Corporation's funding from transient guest taxes and its role in administering CRA and occupancy programs. An executive session is scheduled to discuss property purchase or sale.

• Sewer rate adjustment for quarterly sanitary sewer charges (Ordinance 47-2025)
• Rezoning of 9392 Ravenna Road from C-2 Commercial to I-1 Intensive Commercial and Light Industrial (Ordinance 49-2025)
• New parking restrictions: overnight on-street ban, no parking on fire hydrant side, and no on-street parking during snow emergencies (Ordinance 53-2025)
• Amendment to occupancy program eligibility and administration (Ordinance 50-2025)
• Elimination of CIC funding from transient guest taxes and its program monitoring duties (Ordinance 52-2025)

The council voted to approve the minutes from the regular council meeting held on April 22, 2025. The motion was moved by G. Bellan, seconded by B. Furey, and passed unanimously. No other ordinances or resolutions were voted on during this meeting; they were discussed or noted as pending.

• Approved April 22, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will hold a regular meeting with presentations, reports, and updates. Notable items include planning for Shred Day on June 14th and a tour of the Waste Management Recycle Center on July 16th. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Good Neighbor Award discussion
• Shred Day – Saturday, June 14th, 9 am–12 pm
• Waste Management Recycle Center Tour – Wednesday, July 16th, 10–11 am
• Next meeting set for September 2, 2025

The commission approved the April 1, 2025 minutes unanimously. Virginia Schmidt was excused from the meeting by unanimous vote. Steve Piccolo won the Good Neighbor Award after a 3‑to‑2 vote, with Commissioner Pichette abstaining. The meeting was adjourned at 7:28 p.m. by unanimous consent.

• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Excused Virginia Schmidt from the meeting (unanimous)
• Selected Steve Piccolo as Good Neighbor Award winner (3‑2 vote, Pichette abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:28 p.m. (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing to review two cases: a new sign for Great Clips at 8934 Darrow Road Suite C102, and a new detached garage at 1640 Jennifer Drive. The meeting also includes public participation, approval of previous minutes, and member attendance items.

• Case 25-05-12: Great Clips new signage at 8934 Darrow Road Suite C102 – applicant Corky Davis, Buckeye Neon & Electrical Signs
• Case 25-05-13: New detached garage at 1640 Jennifer Drive – applicant Jeff Taylor, homeowner
• Public participation period for residents to address the board
• Approval of minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting

The board unanimously approved the Great Clips new signage at 8934 Darrow Road Suite C102, allowing white letters with a black cloud and no electrical changes. The board also unanimously approved a new detached garage at 1640 Jennifer Drive, with siding and materials to match the existing house. The board unanimously approved the April 17, 2025 meeting minutes and then adjourned the meeting. No public participation was presented.

• Approved Great Clips signage (unanimous)
• Approved detached garage at 1640 Jennifer Drive (unanimous)
• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will swear in three new members and elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The meeting also includes time for audience participation and new or unfinished business.

• Swearing in of Shaun Castillo, Andrew Deehr, and Mark Munnings
• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Vice Chairperson

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Building & Zoning Code Appeals will hold a work session to review an administrative decision regarding Appeal #02-2025, based on a written opinion from the city law director. A regular meeting will follow to formally record findings, approve past minutes, and handle organizational matters such as appointing a chairperson and vice-chairperson.

• Appeal #02-2025: Review of administrative decision under Section 1122.03 of the Twinsburg Planning and Zoning Code
• Swearing in of a new board member
• Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2024

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously appointed Chris Griffith as chair and Thomas Brown as vice‑chair. A work‑session item (Appeal #02‑2025) was moved to the regular agenda unanimously. The board adopted the findings for Appeal #02‑2025 and approved the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes, each with a three‑vote majority after one member recused.

• Appointed Chris Griffith as BZA Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Thomas Brown as BZA Vice‑Chairperson (unanimous)
• Moved Appeal #02‑2025 work‑session item to Regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted findings for Appeal #02‑2025 (passed with three votes; one recused)
• Approved March 26, 2025 BZA minutes (first motion) (unanimous)
• Approved March 26, 2025 BZA minutes (second motion) (passed with three votes; one recused)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review a sewer rate study with the Director of Wastewater Treatment. The body will also discuss the Capital Improvement Board and the Building Repair and Maintenance Fund.

• Sewer Rate Study fee review with Nate Zuege
• Discussion regarding Capital Improvement Board
• Discussion regarding Building Repair and Maintenance Fund

The committee unanimously approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes. A sewer rate study recommending a 4% increase was presented, but no action was taken. The quarterly reports item was moved to the next Finance Committee meeting. Discussions on the Capital Improvement Board and a building repair fund were held without any decisions.

• Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed quarterly reports to next meeting

City Council

At the April 22, 2025 meeting, Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular session. The main legislation includes a real estate exchange agreement with the Twinsburg City School District (Resolution 40-2025), accepting a bid for the Ravenna/Shepard/Broadway/Richmond intersection project (Ordinance 44-2025), and authorizing purchase of Paratech rescue equipment for the fire department (Resolution 46-2025). Other items include participation in ODOT road salt contracts and a parks commission appointment. The council also plans to enter executive session to discuss property purchase or sale.

• Resolution 40-2025: Real estate exchange agreement with Twinsburg City School District (second reading)
• Ordinance 44-2025: Accept bid of SET, Inc. for Ravenna/Shepard/Broadway/Richmond intersection project (emergency)
• Resolution 46-2025: Purchase Paratech rescue equipment from Atlantic Emergency Solutions for fire department (emergency)
• Resolution 43-2025: Authorize agreement with ODOT for road salt contracts (emergency)
• Executive session to discuss property purchase/sale under Ohio Revised Code § 121.22(G)(2)

The council voted to approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on March 25, 2025. The motion was moved by G. Bellan, seconded by S. Barr, and passed unanimously. No other resolutions or ordinances were voted on during this meeting; several items were presented as pending legislation for future consideration.

• Approved March 25, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Twinsburg Planning Commission will hold a work session featuring a concept plan presentation for the Tiger Legacy Project by Twinsburg City Schools, followed by a regular meeting to decide on two lot split/consolidation requests, a zoning code amendment, a rezoning request for a self-storage facility at 9392 Ravenna Road, and a final site plan for that same self-storage project.

• Concept Site Plan Presentation for Tiger Legacy Project (Twinsburg City Schools)
• Lot split/consolidation at 9385 Shepard Road (Tom Fischietto and Derek Berdysz)
• Lot split/consolidation at 3231 Simecek Drive (Brian Simecek)
• Rezoning request at 9392 Ravenna Road (Doyle Stutzman for EDC Self Storage, LLC)
• Final site plan for self-service storage at 9392 Ravenna Road (Brandon Kline, Geis Construction)

The commission postponed the Shepard Road lot split to allow legal review. It approved a lot split at 3231 Simecek Drive. It recommended zoning code amendments and a rezoning of Ravenna Road to I‑1 to City Council. It also approved the final site plan for a climate‑controlled self‑serve storage facility with four conditions.

• Postponed lot split at 9385 Shepard Road (4-0)
• Approved lot split at 3231 Simecek Drive (4-0)
• Recommended zoning code amendments to City Council (4-0)
• Recommended rezoning of 9392 Ravenna Road to I-1 (4-0)
• Approved final site plan for self‑serve storage at PP#64-09671 with conditions (4-0)

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to appoint a chair and vice-chair, hear public comment, and review a single case: signage for T-Mobile at 2700 East Aurora Road. The board will also approve minutes from April 3, 2025, and excuse absent members.

• Case 25-04-11: T-Mobile signage at 2700 East Aurora Road – presented by Marie Cipolletta of Signarama Cleveland

The Architectural Review Board appointed David Marcovitz as Chairperson and Viraj Sharma as Vice‑Chairperson. It unanimously approved the T‑Mobile signage modifications (Case 25‑04‑11) at 2700 East Aurora Road. The April 3, 2025 meeting minutes were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Appointed David Marcovitz as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Viraj Sharma as Vice‑Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved T‑Mobile signage changes at 2700 East Aurora Rd (unanimous)
• Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Twinsburg Civil Service Commission will hold a brief meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comments, and consider requests for a Firefighter/Paramedic exam from Chief Bosso and a Dispatcher exam from Christine Yakopovich. The commission will also schedule its next meeting for May 14, 2025. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2025
• Request for Firefighter/Paramedic exam from Chief Bosso
• Request for Dispatcher exam from Christine Yakopovich
• Schedule next meeting date for May 14, 2025

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

This is the first meeting of the Twinsburg JEDI Committee, which will swear in members and elect a chair and vice chair. The committee will also discuss plans for Family Diversity Day on July 19, 2025, with Parks & Recreation Director Jennifer Betenson present. The remainder of the agenda is procedural.

• Swearing in of new committee members
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Discussion of Family Diversity Day – July 19th, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
• Jennifer Betenson, Parks & Recreation Director, attending
• Setting next meeting date: May 12, 2025

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will consider a resolution authorizing a real estate exchange with the Twinsburg City School District and an ordinance to purchase two vehicles for the Service Department. A motion to waive the 30-day waiting period on a Board of Zoning Appeals case will also be discussed.

• Resolution 40-2025: Authorizes mayor to enter real estate exchange agreement with Twinsburg City School District
• Ordinance 42-2025: Authorizes purchase of two vehicles and equipment for Service Department under capital improvements budget
• Motion to waive 30-day waiting period on BZA Case 03-2025 regarding an exception
• Approval of minutes from March 25, 2025 regular council meeting
• Committee reports from council members on planning, public safety, finance, and other areas

The council approved the March 25 minutes (5‑0, two abstentions). It waived the 30‑day waiting period on BZA case 03‑2025 unanimously. Ordinance 42‑2025, authorizing the purchase of two 5‑ton service trucks for $492,994.20, was moved to its third reading, suspended rules, and was adopted as an emergency, all by unanimous vote. Resolution 40‑2025 entered its second reading.

• Approved March 25 minutes (5-0, Barr and Bonacci abstained)
• Waived 30‑day waiting period on BZA case 03‑2025 (unanimous)
• Moved Ordinance 42‑2025 to third and final reading (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 42‑2025 as emergency to buy two trucks for $492,994.20 (unanimous)
• Resolution 40‑2025 entered second reading (no vote recorded)

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss a potential new service garage, city fleet management, and receive construction project updates from Amy Mohr. They will also review facility maintenance plans and current projects, as well as a winter project update. The next meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2025.

• Potential new service garage discussion
• City fleet management
• Construction project updates – Amy Mohr
• Service winter project update
• Facilities maintenance plans and current projects

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing to review a signage application (Case 25-04-10) for Kiddie Academy at 2661 Creekside Drive, presented by Megan Saucier of Archer Sign. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as roll call, public participation, approval of previous minutes, and adjournment.

• Case 25-04-10: Review of signage for Kiddie Academy at 2661 Creekside Drive, presented by Megan Saucier, Archer Sign.

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved Case 25-04-10 for Kiddie Academy signage, requiring the monument sign to display the address in four‑inch letters, be set back ten feet from the right of way, and have no visible electrical elements while meeting illumination standards. The board also approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned the session.

• Approved Kiddie Academy signage (Case 25-04-10) with address, setback, and illumination conditions (unanimous)
• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Twinsburg Environmental Commission will hold a meeting on April 1, 2025. Agenda items are largely procedural, including swearing in new members, electing a chairperson and vice chairperson, and approving minutes from previous meetings. No substantive legislation, rezonings, or contracts are listed.

• Swearing in of new members
• Election of chairperson
• Election of vice chairperson
• Approval of minutes
• Set next meeting date to May 6, 2025

The Environmental Commission elected Jonah Pichette as Chairperson and Gina Hutter as Vice Chairperson, both unanimously. The commission also approved the February 4 and amended March 4, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. A sub‑committee of Helen Munnings, Jonah Pichette, and John McArthur was approved to score Good Neighbor Award submissions. The meeting was adjourned at 7:41 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Elected Jonah Pichette as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Gina Hutter as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved February 4, 2025 minutes and amended March 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sub‑committee (Helen Munnings, Jonah Pichette, John McArthur) to score Good Neighbor Award submissions (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:41 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider two appeals. The first appeal challenges an administrative interpretation limiting yard signs to two per residential lot with a max area of six square feet. The second appeal seeks an exception to expand a nonconforming structure on Chamberlin Road.

• Appeal #02-2025: Ashley Everett Durst appeals administrative interpretation of Section 1116.03 limiting yard signs
• Appeal #03-2025: Shawn Marder requests exception under Section 1125.05 to expand nonconforming structure at 9859 Chamberlin Road
• Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the Board
• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2025 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously affirmed the nuisance sign violation for Ashley Everett Durst at 1000 Ravenna Road. The Board also unanimously approved an exception allowing Shawn Marder to expand a nonconforming garage at 9859 Chamberlin Road. The Board directed the City Law Director to prepare a written decision on the sign appeal for the next meeting. Minutes from the January 22, 2025 meeting were approved.

• Affirmed nuisance sign violation for 1000 Ravenna Road (unanimous)
• Approved exception to expand garage at 9859 Chamberlin Road (unanimous)
• Requested written decision from City Law Director on sign appeal (unanimous)
• Approved January 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent member Michael Jamison (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review monthly reports and discuss city-wide fees. The body will also be introduced to ClearGov budgeting software.

• Discussion on City-wide Fees
• Introduction of ClearGov Budgeting Software

The Twinsburg Finance Committee met on March 25, 2025 and approved the January 28, 2025 meeting minutes, with the motion passing unanimously. Committee members reviewed monthly expense and revenue reports. They discussed possible sewer‑rate changes and the introduction of ClearGov budgeting software, but no actions were taken on those topics.

• Approved Jan 28 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting on March 25, 2025. In the regular meeting, they will consider several pieces of legislation, including an ordinance to create a new chapter on recreational marijuana (Ordinance 22-2025), multiple resolutions authorizing purchases and agreements, and a resolution for a settlement with a former employee and a union. The caucus includes a motion to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Ordinance 22-2025: enact a new chapter on recreational marijuana regulations (second reading).
• Resolution 36-2025: authorize purchase of one ambulance from Pfund Superior Sales.
• Resolution 38-2025: establish fees and rates for Gleneagles Golf Course.
• Resolution 39-2025: settlement agreement with former employee Matthew Pfeifer and the Ohio Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association.
• Resolution 40-2025: real estate exchange agreement with the Twinsburg City School District.

The council adopted Ordinance 22-2025, creating Chapter 773 for recreational marijuana and adding an emergency clause, with a unanimous vote. The council also approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting and moved the executive session to follow item 11, each passing unanimously. Several resolutions were presented for discussion but no votes were recorded on them.

• Adopt Ordinance 22-2025 (recreational marijuana) – passed unanimously (5-0)
• Approve March 11, 2025 council minutes – passed unanimously (5-0)
• Place executive session after item 11 – passed unanimously (5-0)

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing and consider a case for exterior building alterations at 8940 Wilcox Drive, submitted by Dr. Rachel James and represented by Leon Sampat of LS Architects. The board will also approve minutes from its March 6 meeting and handle other procedural matters.

• Case 25-03-09: Exterior Building Alterations at 8940 Wilcox Drive

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss diversity in hiring and the 2025 Diversity Day. The agenda also includes items regarding the Police and Fire Chiefs.

• Diversity Day 2025
• Diversity in Hiring
• Police Chief
• Fire Chief

The JEDI Committee approved the details for Family Diversity Day, scheduled for July 19, 2025, from 11:00am to 1:00pm at Glen Chamberlin Park. The committee also approved the February 10, 2025 meeting minutes. Discussions included a potential residential survey and hiring diversity data, with no other formal decisions made.

• Approved Family Diversity Day event details: July 19, 2025, 11:00am-1:00pm, Glen Chamberlin Park (unanimous)
• Approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Safety Committee

The Safety Committee will discuss operational updates for the Police and Fire Departments. Topics include staffing, equipment, and emergency planning.

• Police Department updates on radios, staffing, and new vehicles
• Fire Department update on increased call volume and additional full-time staffing
• Discussion of a new ladder truck and fleet changes
• Review of Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)
• Update on weather warning sirens and physical facilities

City Council

At the regular meeting, the Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance creating regulations for recreational marijuana businesses. They will also consider several board appointments and ordinances amending right-of-way regulations, adopting recodification of ordinances, adjusting appropriations, and authorizing vehicle purchases for the wastewater department. The caucus includes a discussion of pending legislation and a motion to enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Ordinance 22-2025: Enacting new Chapter 773 'Recreational Marijuana' of the Business Regulation Code (stands on first reading)
• Ordinance 25-2025: Amending Chapter 901 regarding municipal right-of-way regulations
• Ordinance 33-2025: Amending current year appropriations for special revenue fund accounts
• Ordinance 34-2025: Authorizing purchase of vehicles and equipment for the Waste Water Department from capital improvements budget
• Resolutions 26-2025 through 31-2025: Appointing members to the Board of Building and Zoning Code Appeals, Capital Improvement Board, Environmental Commission, JEDI Committee, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Planning Commission

Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 25-2025, updating regulations for public utilities and municipal right-of-way use, as an emergency. It also approved six resolutions appointing members to various boards and commissions, and adopted ordinances for recodification, a $200,000 appropriation amendment, and a $178,619.84 wastewater vehicle purchase. All actions were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 25-2025 (right-of-way and utility regulations) as emergency (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 26-2025 appointing 3 members to Board of Building and Zoning Code Appeals (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 27-2025 appointing 3 members to Capital Improvement Board (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 28-2025 appointing 4 members to Environmental Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 29-2025 appointing 3 members to JEDI Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 30-2025 appointing 3 members to Parks and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 31-2025 appointing 2 members to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 32-2025 (recodification) as emergency (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing and vote on two signage applications: one for Pioneer Physicians Network at 10755 Ravenna Road Unit 103 and another for Starbucks at 2728-A E. Aurora Road. The board will also approve minutes from its February 20 meeting and handle routine administrative items.

• Case 25-03-07: Pioneer Physicians Network signage at 10755 Ravenna Road Unit 103, presented by Gil Macias of Fastsigns Twinsburg
• Case 25-03-08: Starbucks signage at 2728-A E. Aurora Road, presented by Maan Yousef of Allsigns and Design

The Architectural Review Board approved two signage applications: Pioneer Physicians Network at 10755 Ravenna Road Unit 103 and Starbucks at 2728-A E. Aurora Road. Both approvals were unanimous, with conditions for the Pioneer sign to comply with zoning code and obtain electrical permits. The board also approved prior meeting minutes and excused two absent members.

• Approved Case 25-03-07 Pioneer Physicians Network signage, conditioned on compliance with Zoning Code 1116.05 and electrical permit (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-03-08 Starbucks signage, as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved February 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent members Gursimran Khatra and Valerie Wales (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Twinsburg Environmental Commission is meeting for routine administrative business, including approval of minutes, reports, and a presentation. The only substantive item listed is the discussion of a Good Neighbor Award under unfinished business.

• Good Neighbor Award to be discussed

The Environmental Commission approved a motion to implement a three-person panel to review Good Neighbor Award nominations using an eligibility rubric. The panel will help finalize the nomination process, with details to be posted on the city's website. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on upcoming events and updates.

• Approved 3-person panel for Good Neighbor Award nominations (unanimous)
• Excused absent members Gina Hutter and Shantanu Pahi (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of February 4, 2025 minutes until April 1, 2025

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to appoint a chairperson and vice-chairperson, approve previous meeting minutes, and receive a status report from Director Jennifer Betenson. No presentations or audience participation are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Appointment of chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting
• Director’s status report on parks operations
• New Business item from Councilman Bonacci (details not provided)
• Scheduling next meeting for April 24, 2025

City Council

Twinsburg City Council will caucus on a potential service garage update and then hold a regular meeting. Key legislation includes a new chapter regulating recreational marijuana businesses, contracts for microwave links and road striping, and a citywide computer purchase. Council will also vote on a motion regarding a liquor permit transfer on Wilcox Drive.

• Ordinance 22-2025 enacting Chapter 773 'Recreational Marijuana' in the Business Regulation Code
• Resolution 21-2025 authorizing microwave links purchase from B&C Communications
• Ordinance 23-2025 accepting JD Striping & Services bid for 2025 road striping contract
• Resolution 24-2025 for citywide computer purchase from Dell Technologies via Ohio Buys cooperative
• Motion 1 on not opposing liquor permit transfer from Hong Hai Properties Inc. to B 2 B Ohio Inc. on Wilcox Drive

The council unanimously approved three emergency items: a $113,725.95 microwave link for the dispatch center, a $147,693.15 road striping contract with JD Striping & Services, and $103,864.15 for new citywide computers. They also approved a liquor permit transfer and discussed a potential land swap with the schools for a future service garage, contingent on the school levy passing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 21-2025 for microwave link purchase ($113,725.95) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 23-2025 for road striping contract with JD Striping & Services ($147,693.15) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-2025 for citywide computer purchase ($103,864.15) (unanimous)
• Approved liquor permit transfer from Twinsburg Entertainment LLC to Twinsburg Pub LLC (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 11, 2025 (6-0, Barr abstaining)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to interview candidates for boards and commissions. No other legislative items are listed for this meeting.

• Boards and Commission Interviews

Architecture Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hear four cases: a residential porch alteration at 10539 Ravenna Road, two signage applications (home appliance at 2695 Creekside Drive and Formtek at 9280 Dutton Drive), and a new residential home at 2909 Cannon Road. The board will also approve minutes from the January 16, 2025 meeting.

• Case 25-02-03: porch alteration at 10539 Ravenna Road
• Case 25-02-04: home appliance signage at 2695 Creekside Drive
• Case 25-02-05: Formtek signage at 9280 Dutton Drive
• Case 25-02-06: new residential home at 2909 Cannon Road

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board unanimously approved all four cases on the agenda: a residential porch alteration at 10539 Ravenna Road, signage at 2695 Creekside Drive with conditions, signage at 9280 Dutton Drive, and a new residential home at 2909 Cannon Road. The board also approved the January 16, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned.

• Approved Case 25-02-03 porch alteration at 10539 Ravenna Road (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-02-04 signage at 2695 Creekside Drive with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-02-05 signage at 9280 Dutton Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-02-06 new home at 2909 Cannon Road with color/style sheet (unanimous)
• Approved January 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The city council will hold a caucus to discuss creating Chapter 773 regulating recreational marijuana businesses. At the regular meeting, they will consider extending a three-month moratorium on accepting permits for recreational marijuana cultivation, processing, or sale (Ordinance 20-2025). They will also vote on multiple tax increment financing ordinances, a road improvement bid with Perrin Asphalt, a resolution to auction surplus property, and a liquor permit transfer for a new sports bar on Darrow Road.

• Caucus discussion on Chapter 773 – Business Regulations for Recreational Marijuana
• Ordinance 20-2025: extending moratorium on recreational marijuana permits for three months
• Ordinance 18-2025: accepting bid from Perrin Asphalt for 2025 Road Improvement Project
• Resolution 19-2025: authorizing internet auction of surplus city vehicles and property
• Motion 1: non-opposition to transfer liquor permit to Twinsburg Pub LLC dba Basement Sports Bar & Grill on Darrow Road

Twinsburg City Council approved the 2025 Road Program bid of $1.95 million to Perrin Asphalt, adopted four TIF ordinances for new developments, and extended the recreational marijuana moratorium for three months. Council also approved a tax incentive agreement with FormTek, Inc. and authorized online auctions for 2025. Ordinance 21-2025 for a microwave link was passed over.

• Approved $1.95M 2025 Road Program bid to Perrin Asphalt (unanimous)
• Adopted TIF ordinances 01-04 for Anderson Materials, Old Mill Storage, Xtra Lease, Lets Get Storage (unanimous)
• Approved tax incentive agreement with FormTek, Inc. (unanimous)
• Extended recreational marijuana moratorium for 3 months (unanimous)
• Authorized 2025 internet auctions via GovDeals (unanimous)
• Passed over Ordinance 21-2025 for microwave link purchase
• Approved liquor permit transfer to Basement Sports Bar & Grill (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 28, 2025 (5-0, Bellan abstaining)

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Twinsburg JEDI committee holds a special meeting to review a strategic plan document and plan for Diversity Day 2025. Members will also discuss participation in an upcoming Black History Month event. The meeting includes the swearing-in of a new member, Amaninder Singh.

• Swearing-in of new committee member Amaninder Singh
• Review of Strategic Plan Document
• Planning for Diversity Day 2025
• Participation in the February 19 Black History Month event

The JEDI Committee discussed its strategic plan, including community engagement and city employment goals, and tentatively scheduled Diversity Day for June 28, 2025, with backup dates in July. The committee also approved the January 13 meeting minutes and swore in a new member. No formal votes were taken on policy matters.

• Approved January 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set tentative Diversity Day date of June 28, 2025, with July 12 or 19 as backups
• Swore in new member Amaninder Singh

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to receive a presentation from Kristi Reklinski of Tinkers Creek Watershed Partners. The body will also discuss Earth Day/Arbor Day events, an award program, and short-term goals.

• Presentation by Tinkers Creek Watershed Partners
• Discussion of Earth Day/Arbor Day event
• Discussion of Award Program
• Review of Short Term Goals

The Twinsburg Environmental Commission approved the October 1, 2024 minutes with a spelling correction. They heard a presentation from Tinkers Creek Watershed Partners on outreach and water quality. Members discussed recycling, composting, and upcoming events, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved October 1, 2024 minutes as corrected (unanimous)

Public Hearing

Twinsburg City Council holds a public hearing to consider Ordinance 07-2025, which would rezone property at 1816 E. Aurora Road (Parcel #64-00589) from C-2 Commercial to R-5 Single-Unit Open Space/Cluster Zone (Residential). No other business is listed.

• Ordinance 07-2025: rezoning 1816 E. Aurora Road from C-2 Commercial to R-5 Residential
• Property Parcel #64-00589
• Public hearing with audience participation for agenda items

City Council

The Twinsburg City Council will hold a caucus and regular meeting to discuss and vote on several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include rezoning property at 1816 E. Aurora Road, authorizing tax incentives for Formtek, Inc., and approving contracts with AFSCME union units. The council will also consider resolutions for indigent defense, a radio system contract, and a service garage feasibility study.

• Ordinance 07-2025: Rezone 1816 E. Aurora Road from C-2 commercial to R-5 residential
• Ordinance 05-2025: Tax incentives for Formtek, Inc. under Twinsburg Occupancy Program
• Ordinances 01-04-2025: Tax increment equivalent fund for public improvements
• Ordinances 12-13-2025: Contracts with AFSCME Local 1313 (service and office units)
• Resolution 16-2025: Feasibility study for expanding city service garage

Twinsburg City Council unanimously adopted several emergency ordinances and resolutions, including rezoning a parcel at 1816 E. Aurora Road from C-2 to R-5 and placing that rezoning on the May 6, 2025 ballot. Council also approved contracts for legal defenders, safety forces radios, AFSCME collective bargaining agreements, and fund appropriations for a new fire truck and other expenses. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Adopted Ordinance 07-2025 rezoning 1816 E. Aurora Road (Parcel #64-00589) from C-2 to R-5 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 08-2025 placing the rezoning question on the May 6, 2025 ballot (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 10-2025 for Legal Defenders contract at $230 per case (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 11-2025 for 5-year safety forces radio renewal at $36,076.80/year (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinances 12-2025 and 13-2025 for AFSCME collective bargaining agreements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 14-2025 advancing $2,280,277 from general fund to police and fire levy fund for new fire truck (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 15-2025 appropriating funds for engineering training/travel and sewer debt payment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 16-2025 authorizing feasibility study for service garage expansion (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Twinsburg Finance Committee will hold its first meeting of 2025, beginning with election of officers and approval of prior minutes. The main business is a presentation on year-end 2024 financial results and the committee's goals for 2025, followed by review of the 4th quarter 2024 revenue and expense reports. No other legislative actions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2025
• Presentation on Year End 2024 and Goals for 2025
• 4th Quarter 2024 Revenue & Expense Reports
• Approval of November 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The Finance Committee elected Karen Labbe as Chairperson and Bill Furey as Vice Chairperson, both unanimously. The committee approved the November 26, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted. Finance Director Christina Conway presented a year-end 2024 review and 2025 goals, covering fund balances, revenues, expenditures, and achieved goals. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Karen Labbe as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Bill Furey as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved November 26, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss a re-zoning application for the property at the southwest corner of E. Aurora Road and Chamberlin Road, submitted by Robert J. Benjamin. The commission will also consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes and hear public participation.

• Re-zoning request for SW Corner of E. Aurora Road & Chamberlin Road (PP# 6400589, applicant Robert J. Benjamin)
• Approval of December 16, 2024 minutes
• Public participation period

The Planning Commission recommended rezoning the property at the southwest corner of E. Aurora Road and Chamberlin Road from C-2 Community Commercial to R-5 Single Unit Open Space Cluster, to allow cluster homes. The applicant, Robert J. Benjamin, hopes to place the rezoning on the May ballot for voters. The recommendation passed 4-0, and the commission also approved the December 16, 2024 minutes and excused an absent member.

• Recommended rezoning of PP #6400589 from C-2 to R-5 (4-0)
• Approved December 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused Kraig Shipley from December 16, 2024 meeting (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

This meeting of the Twinsburg Board of Zoning Appeals will hear and decide on a variance request for a property at 1640 Jennifer Drive. The applicant seeks four relaxations of the zoning code regarding a detached garage: reducing the required 20-foot house-to-garage separation, increasing the maximum garage height, allowing the garage closer to the side lot line than the principal building, and exceeding the combined square footage limit for accessory buildings. The agenda also includes public participation, approval of prior minutes, and administrative items.

• Variance to reduce required 20-foot separation between house and detached garage by 8 feet 9 inches (Section 1109.01(C)(1))
• Variance to increase maximum detached garage height of 12 feet by 3 feet 1/4 inch (Section 1109.01(K)(3))
• Variance to allow detached garage closer to side lot line than principal building (Section 1109.01(K)(4))
• Variance to exceed combined square footage limit for detached garage and accessory building by 62 square feet (Section 1109.01(K)(7))

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved all four variances requested for a detached garage at 1640 Jennifer Drive, subject to the applicant providing an HOA letter of support to the Building Department. The board also approved the November 19, 2024 meeting minutes and excused member Shannan Leonard from the meeting.

• Granted variances for 20-ft separation, 12-ft height, side lot line, and 62-sf square footage at 1640 Jennifer Drive (unanimous)
• Approved BZA meeting minutes from November 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Excused Shannan Leonard from 1/22/25 meeting (unanimous)

Architecture Review Board

The Twinsburg Architectural Review Board will consider three cases: a returning signage application for Floral Innovations at 9630 Ravenna Road, a residential home addition at 2008 Trailwood Drive, and a residential garage addition at 10390 Hanford Lane. The board will also approve minutes from the December 19, 2024 meeting.

• Case 24-12-66: Floral Innovations signage at 9630 Ravenna Road (returning item)
• Case 25-01-01: Residential home addition at 2008 Trailwood Drive
• Case 25-01-02: Residential garage addition at 10390 Hanford Lane

The Architectural Review Board approved a sign for Floral Innovations at 9630 Ravenna Road with a condition that illumination meet City Code Section 1116.05, passed 2-1. The board also unanimously approved a residential addition at 2008 Trailwood Drive and a garage addition at 10390 Hanford Lane, plus the December 19, 2024 minutes and excusing absent members.

• Approved Case 24-12-66 Floral Innovations sign with illumination condition (2-1)
• Approved Case 25-01-01 residential addition at 2008 Trailwood Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Case 25-01-02 garage addition at 10390 Hanford Lane (unanimous)
• Approved December 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent members David Marcovitz and Robert Petti (unanimous)

City Council

City Council will vote on several ordinances regarding public property improvements and tax incentives. The body is also considering a request to place a rezoning question on the May 6, 2025, primary election ballot.

• Ordinances 01-2025 through 04-2025 regarding public improvements and tax exemptions for certain real property
• Ordinance 05-2025: Tax incentives for Formtek, Inc. under the Twinsburg Occupancy Program
• Ordinance 08-2025: Request to place a rezoning question (C-2 Commercial to R-5 Residential) on the May 6, 2025 ballot
• Conditional use permit for a self-storage facility near Old Mill and Darrow Road
• Conditional use permit for a basketball training facility at 8287 Darrow Road

Twinsburg City Council took first readings on four TIF ordinances for new developments, a tax incentive agreement for FormTek, and a rezoning request, while adopting resolutions for the Tinker's Creek Watershed MOU and support for OML's AT&T tariff challenge. Council also approved two conditional use permits for a self-storage facility and a basketball training facility, and referred the rezoning to the Planning Commission.

• Adopted Resolution 06-2025 authorizing MOU with Tinker's Creek Watershed Partners (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 09-2025 supporting OML's challenge of AT&T tariff (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for self-storage facility near Old Mill and Darrow Road (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for basketball training facility at 8287 Darrow Road (unanimous)
• Referred Ordinance 07-2025 (rezoning at 1816 E. Aurora Road) to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Took first reading of Ordinance 05-2025 for FormTek tax incentive agreement
• Took first readings of Ordinances 01-2025 through 04-2025 for TIF districts
• Approved minutes from Dec 10, 2024 and Jan 2, 2025 meetings (unanimous)

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (JEDI)

The Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee will hold a special meeting to hear a presentation from the Minority Student Union at Twinsburg High School, led by President Nyeema Jones. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and audience participation.

• School Collaboration: Presentation by Nyeema Jones, President of the Minority Student Union at Twinsburg High School

The JEDI Committee unanimously approved a motion for members to participate in the Twinsburg High School Black History Month event on February 19, 2025. The committee also approved the December 2, 2024 meeting minutes and discussed future activities, including a Minority Student Union event on March 21st and a strategic document to be addressed at the next meeting.

• Approved participation in THS Black History Month event (unanimous)
• Approved December 2, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to conduct business including the approval of previous meeting minutes. The primary agenda item is a review of the Fire Captain promotional exam procedures presented by Tammy Kalail.

• Review of Fire Captain Promotional Exam Procedures

The Civil Service Commission approved adding a panel interview to the Fire Captain Promotional Exam, on top of the existing written and assessment components. The interview will be conducted by a three-person panel and rated pass/fail. The minutes also approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned.

• Approved adding panel interview to Fire Captain Promotional Exam (3-0)
• Approved December 11, 2024 regular minutes (3-0)
• Approved December 11, 2024 public hearing minutes (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the Tiger Legacy Project. This discussion will include members of the Twinsburg School Board and Superintendent Powers.

• Discussion with Twinsburg School Board and Superintendent Powers regarding Tiger Legacy Project

The special meeting was held to discuss a potential land swap between the city and the Twinsburg School Board, involving city-owned land between Ravenna and Chamberlin Roads and the Dodge Intermediate School property. No formal decisions were made; the discussion focused on the feasibility, timeline, and conditions of the swap, including the school's need to retain part of the land for athletics and the city's potential use for a service garage. The school board is considering a new bond issue for the May ballot, and the city council has not committed to the swap, with some members expressing the need for more information.

• No formal decisions made; discussion only
• School Board appointed Rhonda Crawford as Treasurer pro tem for the meeting
• Council and School Board discussed potential land swap of city parcels 64-00114 and 64-00110 for school parcel 64-00113
• School Board indicated need to retain ~9 acres at Dodge for athletics and parking
• City would not need zoning changes for service garage on swapped land (zoned PF)
• School Board must act by end of January for May ballot bond issue
• Council members expressed need for more information before deciding on land swap