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New Franklin public meetings in 2023

29 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 20, 2023

City Council

Council backs broadband grant, renews police body camera contract

New Franklin City Council is considering three resolutions: supporting Ohio Gig LLC's grant application to extend broadband to at least 48 residents without internet access, renewing the police department's body camera equipment contract with Axon Enterprises for $65,320.31, and continuing the planning consultant agreement with inSITE Advisory Group at $5,000 per month. All are declared emergencies and will take effect immediately if passed.

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Wed Dec 6, 2023

City Council

Council to set public records fees, approve contracts, and amend zoning code

The New Franklin City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and one ordinance. The agenda includes setting new fees for public records requests, authorizing agreements for public defender services, road paving, tax fund advances, and equipment purchases, as well as a first reading of a zoning code amendment. All items are routine administrative actions, with no major policy debates expected.

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Tue Nov 21, 2023

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks Commission to discuss playground and park projects

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss ongoing projects including the Grill Pavilion and Sisler Trail. The commission will also address new business regarding the Miracle Field Playground.

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Wed Nov 15, 2023

City Council

Council to transfer $250,000 to police fund and approve wage hikes

The New Franklin City Council is considering four resolutions: transferring $250,000 from the General Fund to the Police District Fund, approving an $8,000 addendum for the 2023 Paving Project, amending the public records policy, and granting wage increases for non-union employees. All items are declared emergencies and require a two-thirds vote to take effect immediately.

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Wed Nov 1, 2023

City Council

Council to align income tax code with new state law (HB 33)

New Franklin City Council is considering Ordinance 23-O-02, which revises the municipal income tax ordinance to comply with changes mandated by Ohio HB 33, effective January 1, 2024. The ordinance updates sections on situs rules, net profit allocation, and filing procedures. Council declares it an emergency, allowing immediate effect if passed by two-thirds vote.

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Wed Oct 18, 2023

City Council

Council to apply for federal paving funds for two roads

New Franklin City Council is considering four resolutions: applying for federal funds to pave South Turkeyfoot Road and State Road, reimbursing Grace Bible Church $6,075 for water line work, transferring $200,000 from the General Fund to the Police District Fund, and creating a special fund for the Cleveland Massillon Road Project with $551,880.60 in appropriations. All items are up for a vote at this meeting.

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Wed Oct 4, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on zoning code amendments

The New Franklin City Council is holding its regular meeting, where the main item is a third reading of Ordinance 23-O-01, which would amend Articles 1, 2, and 3 of the zoning code and declares an emergency. The council will also approve minutes and financials, hear public comment, and receive reports from the mayor and committees.

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Wed Sep 20, 2023

City Council

Council to approve $200K transfer to police fund and $52K water project reimbursement

New Franklin City Council is considering five resolutions, including approving a $200,000 transfer from the general fund to the police district fund, reimbursing MooseBrook LLC $52,210 for water line installation costs, and increasing police extra job detail rates. The council will also authorize a $22,048 contract with GPD Group for engineering services on the Cleveland Massillon Road Phase 3 resurfacing project and approve additional appropriations to the 2023 budget.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks Commission to review Sisler Trail and playgrounds

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear the Mayor's report, and discuss old business regarding Sisler Trail and Grill Park/Sisler Playgrounds. No new business items are listed. The agenda is mostly procedural with limited detail.

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Wed Sep 6, 2023

City Council

Council to renew Chase bank designation, approve culvert engineering and cleanup payments

New Franklin City Council is considering three resolutions: renewing JP Morgan Chase as the city's depository bank for five years, authorizing a $42,500 contract with OHM Advisors for engineering and bidding services on the Overture Way Culvert Improvement Project, and approving a $15,100 payment to JunkAway for a property cleanup at 586 Valley Crest Drive. All are emergency measures.

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✓ Decided: Council renews JP Morgan Chase as depository bank

City Council approved several resolutions including a five-year bank depository renewal and a policing collaboration with Springfield Township. The council also authorized engineering services for a culvert project and a site cleanup payment.

Wed Aug 16, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on tax levies, sewer work at City Hall, and policing pact

New Franklin City Council will hold first readings on two resolutions: one accepting Summit County's tax levy rates and certifying them, and another authorizing a $15,000 contract with Cavanaugh Building Corporation for sewer lateral work at City Hall. A second reading will consider a resolution to collaborate with Springfield Township on policing services. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and financials, plus public comment.

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✓ Decided: Council approves tax levies and City Hall sewer lateral installation

City Council adopted resolutions to authorize tax levies based on Summit County Budget Commission rates and to approve a proposal from Cavanaugh Building Corporation for sewer work at City Hall. The council also approved the July 2023 financials.

Tue Aug 15, 2023

Parks and Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Parks and Recreation Commission approves July meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the July 18, 2023 meeting. Members discussed potential improvements for Grill Park, including a swing set, a small pavilion, and replacing asphalt with grass. No formal votes were taken on these proposed improvements.

Wed Aug 2, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: New Franklin City Council approves multiple emergency budget and project resolutions

City Council adopted several resolutions to authorize additional budget appropriations, fund transfers for police, and project payments. The council also approved the auction of a 1990 Ford Tractor and authorized participation in state purchasing and grant programs.

Wed Jul 19, 2023

City Council

Council to buy police vehicles, security cameras, transfer $200K

New Franklin City Council is considering four emergency resolutions: purchasing two police vehicles (a Ford Interceptor and a Chevrolet Malibu), installing security cameras at Sisler Complex, and transferring $200,000 from the General Fund to the Police District Fund. All items are up for a vote at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: New Franklin City Council approves police equipment and new appointments

City Council approved the purchase of two police vehicles and security equipment, along with a fund transfer to the police district. The council also filled vacancies on the Planning and Zoning Committee and appointed a new representative for Ward 4.

Tue Jul 18, 2023

Parks and Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Parks and Recreation Commission approves June meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the use of rental golf carts for Tudor House events and reviewed a presentation on inclusive playground surfacing options.

Mon Jul 17, 2023

Tudor House Advisory Council

✓ Decided: Tudor House Advisory Council approves previous meeting minutes

The council approved the previous meeting minutes. Members discussed the July 4th event review and planning for the August 15 Barbeque fundraiser. No other formal votes were recorded.

Wed Jun 21, 2023

City Council

Council to approve $193,565.90 parking lot paving bid and $3M sewer grant dedication

New Franklin City Council is considering seven resolutions, all introduced by Mayor Adamson, covering construction services, grant fund dedication, insurance renewal, equipment purchase, and legal counsel. Key items include authorizing OHM Advisors for the 2023 paving project, dedicating a $3,000,000 federal grant to sewer improvements, renewing PEP insurance membership, approving a rooftop AC unit for the fire department, awarding a paving bid to Mc. B Paving, and hiring Kastner Westman & Wilkins as labor counsel. All resolutions are declared emergencies, meaning they take effect immediately upon passage.

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✓ Decided: New Franklin City Council approves several infrastructure and service contracts

City Council adopted seven resolutions covering paving projects, sewer improvements, insurance renewals, and legal counsel. The council also approved the May 2023 financials.

Tue Jun 20, 2023

Tudor House Advisory Council

✓ Decided: Tudor House Commission reports completed sea wall and $2,500 grant

The Park Board and Tudor House Commission approved their respective May and April meeting minutes. Mayor Adamson reported the completion of the Tudor House sea wall and the receipt of a $2,500 grant from the Akron Community Foundation for community events.

Tue Jun 20, 2023

Parks and Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Park Board and Tudor House Commission approve previous meeting minutes

The combined meeting focused on progress reports regarding city parks and the Tudor House. No new legislative actions or contracts were voted on during the session.

Wed May 17, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves paving project and multiple vehicle purchases

City Council approved a bid for the 2023 paving project and the purchase of three GMC pickup trucks. The council also authorized the hiring of an additional road maintenance worker and approved several budget modifications and fund transfers.

Wed May 3, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approved drainage pipe purchase, bucket truck, sewer project, and zoning consultant

Council adopted four emergency resolutions: buying drainage pipe from Marlboro Supply, purchasing a used bucket truck for up to $175,000, authorizing participation in a Summit County sewer grant application for up to $50,000, and hiring Town Planning Practice LLC for Phase 1 of a zoning diagnostic report. A resolution imposing a moratorium on certain agricultural zoning enforcement was introduced but not voted on. All votes were unanimous 7-0 except one abstention on the minutes.

Wed Apr 19, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: New Franklin City Council cancels June 7 and July 5 meetings

City Council approved the March 2023 financials and the minutes from the April 5 meeting. The council also voted to withdraw the scheduled meetings for June 7, 2023, and July 5, 2023.

Wed Apr 5, 2023

City Council

Council to award $619,711.75 road resurfacing bid to Shelly Company

The New Franklin City Council is considering several resolutions, including awarding a contract for the Cleveland-Massillon Road Phase 2 Resurfacing Project to The Shelly Company – Northeast Division for $619,711.75, after the original low bidder was deemed unresponsive. The council will also vote on a $300,000 fund advance for the Franklin Park Civic Center Seawall Project, approve a $13,400 engineering services agreement for the 2023 Paving Project, and award a $34,500 contract for a pavilion at the Sisler Complex. Additionally, the council will approve a $5,400 purchase order for software and authorize budget modifications for fiscal year 2023.

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✓ Decided: New Franklin City Council approves road and infrastructure projects

City Council adopted nine resolutions covering road resurfacing, paving services, and the Tudor House seawall project. The council also approved budget modifications and a purchase order for software services.

Wed Mar 15, 2023

City Council

Council to approve $14,500 water line for admin and fire buildings

New Franklin City Council will consider three resolutions: authorizing a $14,500 water line installation by Aqua Ohio, declaring the need for the 2023 Road Paving Project and advertising for bids, and contracting with GPD Group for engineering services for 2023-2024. All are declared emergencies.

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✓ Decided: New Franklin City Council approves multiple engineering and infrastructure contracts

City Council adopted several resolutions to contract with engineering firms and authorize infrastructure projects, including water line installation and road paving. The council also approved the February 2023 financials and a fund transfer to the police district.

Wed Mar 1, 2023

City Council

Council to approve pavilion construction at Sisler Park

New Franklin City Council will consider several resolutions, including approving construction of a pavilion and concrete pad at Sisler Park, authorizing a one-year agreement with the Summit County Public Defenders Commission, and approving additional appropriations for the Benner Road Bridge Fund. The council will also vote on a resolution urging the state to restore the Local Government Fund.

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✓ Decided: Council approves agricultural district renewals and several city resolutions

City Council approved agricultural district renewal applications for 10 properties. The council also adopted resolutions regarding budget appropriations, public defender services, and community survey payments.

Wed Feb 15, 2023

City Council

Council to consider bids for Cleveland-Massillon Road resurfacing and Tudor House seawall

New Franklin City Council will consider four resolutions at its February 15, 2023 meeting. These include authorizing bids for the Cleveland-Massillon Road Phase 2 Resurfacing Project and the Tudor House Shoreline Seawall and Walking Path Project, accepting NOPEC 2023 Energized Community Grants, and entering a one-year watershed assistance agreement with the Summit Soil and Water Conservation District. All items are first readings or introductions, so no final decisions are made at this meeting.

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Wed Feb 1, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on adding two full-time police officers

New Franklin City Council will consider two resolutions at its February 1, 2023 meeting. The first would add two full-time police officers to the police department, increasing full-time staff from 18 to 20. The second would authorize a $16,050 purchase of five sets of structural firefighting gear from Fire Safety Services. Both resolutions are declared emergencies and would take effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote.

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✓ Decided: New Franklin City Council approves purchase of firefighting gear

City Council adopted Resolution 23-R-06 to purchase six ensembles of structural firefighting gear. The council also approved the minutes from the January 18, 2023, meeting.

Wed Jan 18, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves insurance agreement, budget appropriations, and AED installations

City Council adopted four resolutions, including an agreement for employee insurance and the purchase of AEDs for city parks. The council also approved the December 2022 financials and appointed a member to the Summit County Combined General Health District Board of Health.

Wed Jan 4, 2023

City Council

New Franklin Council holds organizational meeting, elects leaders

This is the annual organizational meeting where Council elects a president and vice president, assigns committee memberships, and adopts 2023 meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive legislation or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: New Franklin City Council elects leadership and sets 2023 committee assignments

The City Council held an organizational meeting to elect its President and Vice-President and assign committee chairs. The council also approved the December 21, 2022, meeting minutes and waived a hearing for a liquor transfer request.