Stow public meetings in 2022
38 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Control
The Board of Control unanimously approved multiple expenditures for 2023 city services, including electricity, gas, and telecommunications. The board also approved various purchase orders for engineering, fire department equipment, and payroll services.
- Approved $492,900 for Ohio Edison Company electric services (Unanimous)
- Approved $71,000 for East Ohio Gas services (Unanimous)
- Approved $125,370 for AT&T telephone, fiber, and internet services (Unanimous)
- Approved $75,300 for Cellco Partnership cellular/data service (Unanimous)
- Approved $100,000 to retain Kastner, Westman & Wilkins LLC as legal counsel (Unanimous)
- Approved $20,000 for Pitney Bowes postage (Unanimous)
- Approved $19,000 for Amerigas propane gas (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,792.03 in Board of Control Overruns from 12/2/2022-12/15/2022 (Unanimous)
Parks & Recreation Board
The board reviewed a list of proposed capital projects, including wayfinding, a splash pad, and nature play areas. Members agreed to create individual priority lists based on a 'minimum effort, maximum impact' framework to guide future decisions.
- Approved minutes from November 14, 2022 meeting
- Swore in Jeff Datkuliak for a five-year term (January 3, 2023-January 3, 2028)
Board of Control
The Board of Control approved several purchase orders for city departments, including park improvements, police K-9 training, and office supplies. The board also approved the minutes from the December 7, 2022, meeting.
- Approved $5,170.00 for K C Building Company, Ltd. for restroom walls and ceiling at Adell Durbin Park (Unanimous)
- Approved $2,175.48 for Kubicki Enterprises Inc for sidewalk salt (Unanimous)
- Approved $2,640.00 for Automated Business Equip Corp for laser support and folder/sealer (Unanimous)
- Approved $3,833.12 for Ohio Municipal League membership dues (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,500.00 for Lowe's Home Centers Inc for lumber at Adell Durbin restrooms (Unanimous)
- Approved $4,400.00 for Joe Richuisa for gutters and downspouts at Adell Durbin (Unanimous)
- Approved $7,800.00 for Von Der Haus Gill for German Shepherd K-9 training (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,906.00 for Paper Group Inc for copy paper (Unanimous)
Building & Zoning Board of Appeals
The Board approved a request to allow a 6-foot privacy fence in the front yard of a corner lot, exceeding the standard 4-foot height limit. The Board also set its 2023 meeting dates and location.
- Approved Case #22-023 for 6-foot privacy fence at 3361 Darrow Rd (5-0)
- Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved 2023 appeal dates (5-0)
- Approved Boards and Commissions Room as 2023 meeting location (5-0)
Urban Forestry Commission
The Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and re-elected its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Members decided to request a presentation slot on the January 26 Public Improvements Commission agenda to discuss tree planting status. Staff provided updates on a 2022 grant and the Bakers Glen tree planting project.
- Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- Re-elected Bob Brantsch as Chairperson for 2023
- Re-elected Mike Rauh as Vice Chairperson for 2023
- Decided to request inclusion on the January 26 Public Improvements Commission agenda
Board of Control
The Board of Control approved several landscaping guarantee releases and an expenditure for fire department turnout gear. The board also approved various purchase orders for city services, including payroll, postage, and road striping.
- Approved $29,250.00 for Fire Department turnout gear from Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved release of $27,035.00 landscaping completion bond for Meijer Store at 4303 Kent Road (Unanimous)
- Approved release of $19,800.00 landscaping performance guarantee for Meijer’s Gas/Convenience Store at 4211 Kent Road (Unanimous)
- Approved release of $6,410.00 landscaping guarantee for Summit Pentacostal Church at 1221 Graham Road (Unanimous)
- Approved release of $2,400.00 landscaping maintenance guarantee for Dan McShane Construction LLC at 4983 Darrow Road (Unanimous)
- Approved release of $2,000.00 landscaping guarantee for Texas Roadhouse Restaurant at 4310 Lakepoint Drive (Unanimous)
- Approved release of $900.00 landscaping maintenance guarantee for Green Oasis Lawncare at 822 Seasons Road (Unanimous)
- Approved $431.04 in Overrun Adjustments from 11/11/2022 to 12/01/2022 (Unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Stow Planning Commission will discuss a conceptual plan for a single-family subdivision at N. River Rd., a conditional use for an adult day care at 3099 Graham Rd., and a site plan for a storage building at 822 Seasons Rd. A zoning code amendment to establish a Reasonable Accommodation Review Board is also on the agenda.
- PC 2022-021: Study item for a detached single-family subdivision (Pulte Homes) on N. River Rd.
- PC 2022-022: Conditional Use request for an adult day care facility at 3099 Graham Rd.
- PC 2022-023: Site plan for a storage building at 822 Seasons Rd. (WITHDRAWN)
- PC 2022-024: Zoning code amendment to create a Reasonable Accommodation Review Board
- PC 2022-025: Ordinance amendment for the Administrative Hearing Board
The Commission approved a conditional use request for an adult day care facility and two zoning code amendments to streamline medical accommodations and nuisance abatement. A conceptual plan for a 62-home subdivision by Pulte Homes was discussed as a study item amid significant resident opposition.
- Approved conditional use for adult day care facility at 3099 Graham Rd (3-0)
- Approved zoning amendment to establish a Reasonable Accommodation Review Board (3-0)
- Approved ordinance amendment to create an Administrative Hearing Board for zoning violations (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Planning Commission meeting dates (3-0)
- Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Withdrawn: Site plan and variance for storage building at 822 Seasons Road
Board of Control
The Board of Control approved expenditures for 2023 sewer services and 2022 Fire Department vehicle repairs. The board also authorized several smaller purchase orders for equipment, software, and maintenance across city departments.
- Approved expenditure up to $20,000 for Fire Department vehicle repairs with Klaben Ford Lincoln, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved expenditure up to $22,700 for 2023 sewer services with Summit County DOSSS (Unanimous)
- Approved $6,000 for bulk storage oil pump from Beaver Petroleum Company Inc (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,849 for a Samsung refrigerator from Lowe's Home Centers Inc (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,800 for council chamber desk fronts, drawers, and podium from Alejandro Herrera (Unanimous)
- Approved $4,518.25 for document imaging software from GBS Corp (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,375 for photography services from Jessica Fishel (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,188 for DroneSense Inc drone license (Unanimous)
Arts Commission
The Stow Women in Arts sub-committee established a January 27, 2023, deadline for artist entries and a December 15, 2022, goal for publishing the call for artists. The group coordinated the process for securing business venues and managing artist waivers.
- Set hard deadline for artist entries as Jan 27, 2023
- Set artist notification date for acceptance or denial as Feb 17, 2023
- Determined artists age 14 and up may participate
- Required artists age 14-18 to have a parent or legal guardian sign the waiver and be present for installation and removal
- Decided sub-committee will communicate contacted businesses via email and maintain a spreadsheet
- Prohibited artists and businesses from using the City of Stow or Arts Commission logo on promotional materials
Board of Control
The Board of Control unanimously approved several service contracts, including mowing, sanitation, and insurance renewals. The board also approved three residents for the Residential Water System Improvement and Storm Water Management Utility Fee Assistance Program for 2023.
- Approved life insurance renewal with The Hartford Insurance Company up to $30,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved expenditure up to $23,000 with Mars Electric for supplies (Unanimous)
- Approved $17,930.50 for Wichert Insurance Service commercial and drone liability policies (Unanimous)
- Approved utility fee assistance for residents Thomas Boers, Kenneth Johnson, and Barbara Stadelman (Unanimous)
- Approved $126,322.00 for H & M Landscaping city-wide mowing services (Unanimous)
- Approved $40,462.00 for Vizmeg Landscape cemetery mowing services (Unanimous)
- Approved $15,333.22 for Ohio Disposal LLC sanitation services (Unanimous)
- Approved $17,000.00 for Motorola Solutions body cam replacement project (Unanimous)
Board of Control
The Board of Control unanimously approved several requests for legislation to bid and contract for employment agency services and materials. The board also approved various expenditures for water system licensing, network equipment, and maintenance bonds.
- Approved $15,080 expenditure for 2023 Ohio EPA water system license (Unanimous)
- Approved expenditure up to $31,524 with Wan Dynamics for network device lease and installation (Unanimous)
- Approved $680.15 in purchase order overruns (Unanimous)
- Approved request to bid and contract for Employment Agency Services for two years (Unanimous)
- Approved request to bid and contract for 2023 Purchase of Materials with and without prevailing wages (Unanimous)
- Approved acceptance of maintenance bonds from Ray Fogg Building Methods, Inc. for $233,010.00 and $22,496.00 (Unanimous)
- Approved release of $3,600 in landscaping maintenance guarantees to Design Construction (Unanimous)
- Approved various purchase orders including $10,000 for driving range construction and $6,183.50 for legal counsel (Unanimous)
Commission on Inclusion
The Commission on Inclusion swore in two new members and established a process for sharing social media information via a city email address. The body voted to move its 2023 meeting schedule from Wednesdays to Tuesdays.
- Swore in new members Michael Lamboy and Pamela Hunt
- Approved changing 2023 meeting dates to Tuesday evenings at 5:15 pm (unanimous)
- Scheduled next meeting for January 24 at 5:15 pm
Parks & Recreation Board
The Board approved a proposed 2023 capital projects list totaling $2,441,500. Projects will be submitted to City Council for approval on a piece-by-piece basis rather than as a single budget. The list includes a variety of park improvements, equipment replacements, and new amenities.
- Approved 2023 proposed capital projects list (3-2)
- Approved minutes from October 24, 2022 meeting (All in favor)
Building & Zoning Board of Appeals
The Board approved a 2-foot height variance for a privacy fence at 5535 Norton Ct on the condition that the fence is moved 20 feet back from the right-of-way. The applicant may either relocate the fence or modify it to a 4-foot non-vision impairing fence to comply with zoning code.
- Approved minutes of October 10, 2022 meeting
- Approved 2-foot height variance for fence at 5535 Norton Ct conditional on moving fence 20 feet behind right-of-way (5-0)
Urban Forestry Commission
The Commission approved the October 10, 2022 meeting minutes and scheduled Tree Fest 2023 for April 28. Staff provided updates on grant-funded tree plantings and a legal resolution regarding tree planting defaults in Bakers Glen.
- Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes
- Selected April 28, 2023 for Tree Fest
Board of Control
The Board of Control approved several departmental expenditures, including the purchase of two 2023 Dodge Chargers and utility billing services. The board also approved a resident's participation in a water system and storm water fee assistance program. All motions passed unanimously except for the approval of previous minutes, which had one abstention.
- Approved $77,910 expenditure for two 2023 Dodge Chargers from Montrose Ford (unanimous)
- Approved $68,000 for water billing postage via Sebis Direct Inc (unanimous)
- Approved $24,000 for utility billing service via Sebis Direct Inc (unanimous)
- Approved $27,368 for outside legal counsel Kastner Westman & Wilkins LLC (unanimous)
- Approved participation of Angela Granata in Residential Water System Improvement and Storm Water Management Utility Fee Assistance Program (unanimous)
- Approved $472.55 in overrun reports from 10/14/2022-10/27/2022 (unanimous)
- Approved 11/2/2022 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstaining)
- Approved $14,500 for pump materials/services from APO Holdings Inc (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will decide on a conditional use permit and a 5-foot height variance for a proposed 3,072 sq. ft. pole barn at 1376 Housley Road. The applicant needs the variance to accommodate a 14-foot garage door for a future RV. The meeting also includes approval of the October 25, 2022 minutes.
- Conditional use request for accessory building on 4.73-acre lot in R-2 zoning per Section 1143.02(b)
- Variance request to exceed maximum accessory building height of 15 feet by 5 feet per Section 1143.07(c)
- Proposed pole barn: 48' x 64', located 150 feet from right-of-way, 68 feet from east property line, 200 feet from west property line
- Existing accessory structures must be removed before construction
- Applicant cites need for 14-foot garage door to accommodate future RV or motorhome
The Planning Commission approved a request for a 3,072 square foot pole barn at 1376 Housley Road. The approval includes a conditional use for the building's size and a variance for its height.
- Approved conditional use for accessory building on large lot at 1376 Housley Road (3-0)
- Approved height variance for accessory building at 1376 Housley Road (3-0)
- Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
Board of Control
The Board of Control approved several expenditures for postage and utility billing services. The board also approved a moral claim for a lost cell phone and accepted one resident into a water system assistance program.
- Approved increasing postage funds for Clerk of Courts from $25,000 to $35,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved expenditure up to $68,000 to Sebis Direct, Inc. for 2023 Utility Billing postage (Unanimous)
- Approved expenditure up to $24,000 to Sebis Direct, Inc. for Water Billing Department services (Unanimous)
- Approved $999.99 moral claim to Joy Birkheimer for a lost cell phone (Unanimous)
- Approved Christine Deltour for the Residential Water System Improvement and Storm Water Management Utility Fee Assistance Program (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 10/26/2022 meeting (Unanimous)
- Approved $191,692 for general liability insurance renewal with Wichert Insurance Service Inc (Unanimous)
- Approved $51,454 for public official/employee insurance with Insurance Specialists Group Inc (Unanimous)
Arts Commission
The commission reached a general consensus to skip the 2023 Fourth of July Parade due to lack of interest. Members discussed plans for the Heritage Holiday Drive-thru event and a proposal for community art gallery boxes in city parks.
- Declined participation in 2023 Fourth of July Parade
- Held 10/4/2022 minutes due to lack of quorum
- Appointed Leila as chair for Stow Women in Arts sub-committee
- Appointed Leila and Kari as co-chairs for Summit County Courthouse Women in Arts show
Commission on Inclusion
The Commission interviewed applicants and selected Michael Lamboy and Pamela Hunt to join the board. Because the meeting lacked a quorum, no formal motions were voted upon.
- Selected Michael Lamboy and Pamela Hunt to join the Commission
Board of Control
The Board of Control approved several expenditures for city services, including snow plow assistance and fall leaf removal. The board also approved minutes from two previous October meetings.
- Approved expenditure up to $17,580.00 with Bishop Bros Supply & Transit for 2022-2023 Snow Plow Assistance Program (Unanimous)
- Approved expenditure up to $29,500.00 with Brimfield Aggregate Supply LLC for 2022 Fall Leaf Program removal (Unanimous)
- Approved expenditure up to $15,742.17 with Hi-Vac Corporation for Vactor (V#587) repair (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 10/12/2022 meeting (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 10/19/2022 meeting (Unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Stow Planning Commission will consider four items: a site plan for a storage building, a conditional use and variance for an accessory building, and two minor subdivision requests. Public comments can be submitted by email before noon on the meeting day.
- 2022-017: Green Oasis site plan for a 3,600 sq. ft. storage building at 822 Seasons Road (I-2 Industrial zone)
- 2022-018: Conditional use and height variance for an accessory building at 1376 Housley Road (R-2 Residential zone)
- 2022-019: Minor subdivision of 13.4 acres at 4346 Kent Road into two parcels (C-4 General Business zone)
- 2022-020: Minor subdivision of 18.6 and 7.8 acres at 4285 Kent Road into three parcels, plus multiple variances (C-4 and R-3 zones)
The Planning Commission unanimously approved a storage building site plan and two minor subdivisions on Kent Road. A request for an accessory building on Housley Road was tabled to allow the applicant to review height requirements.
- Approved site plan for 3,600 sq. ft. storage building at 822 Seasons Road (4-0)
- Tabled conditional use and height variance for accessory building at 1376 Housley Road (4-0)
- Approved minor subdivision of 4346 Kent Road into two lots (4-0)
- Approved minor subdivision and multiple variances for 4285 Kent Road (4-0)
- Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Board reviewed draft survey results and market analysis for a potential community recreation center. Staff provided updates on Fox Den Golf Course improvements and campground revenue. The Board also discussed new registration policies and a subscription fee for the senior newsletter.
- Approved minutes from July 14, 2022 meeting
- Swore in Jeff Datkuliak as an appointed member to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for October 11, 2022, has been postponed. The next meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2022.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request from City Council regarding language for accessory buildings. The discussion focuses on clarifying requirements for buildings located on through-lots.
- Review of P.C. 2022-016 regarding accessory building requirements on through-lots
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request for two zoning variances regarding an electronic message sign. The proposal concerns a property owned by the Stow City School District.
- Variance request for electronic message sign area to exceed 33% of total sign area at 2908 Graham Road
- Variance request to install an electronic message sign without a masonry base at 2908 Graham Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request from Angelique Miller, Signs 330, regarding a property owned by the Stow City School District. The commission will consider two variances related to the size and construction of an electronic message sign.
- P.C. 2022-015: Variance request for electronic message sign area to exceed 33% at 2908 Graham Road
- P.C. 2022-015: Variance request to allow electronic message sign without a masonry base at 2908 Graham Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing requests for a new senior living expansion and a commercial lot split. The body will also consider sign variances for a city playground.
- Conditional zoning and variance for 34 independent living villas at 4330 Hudson Drive
- Minor subdivision to split 13.6 acres at 1594-1672 Norton Road into five parcels
- Variances for two freestanding signs at Skip Playground, 3760 Darrow Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request from the City of Stow for a conditional zoning certificate and variance. The proposal involves constructing a restroom pavilion at 3300 Darrow Rd.
- Conditional Zoning Certificate and variance for a restroom pavilion at 3300 Darrow Rd. (Adell Durbin Park)
- Request to reduce setback to 50 feet from the required 150-foot setback from the right-of-way line
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for June 28, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 12, 2022.
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for June 14, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 28, 2022.
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for May 24, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 14, 2022.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a conditional zoning certificate for a family home for persons with disabilities and a parking space variance for a business.
- Conditional Zoning Certificate for a proposed Family Home for Persons with Disabilities at 3698 Vira Rd.
- Parking variance request for El Campesino at 4360 Kent Rd. to allow 9’ x 20’ spaces instead of 10’ x 20’
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several land use items including a conditional zoning certificate for a place of worship and two sign variances. Additionally, the commission will review a request to extend a previously approved conditional use certificate for two 2-family dwellings.
- Conditional Zoning Certificate for Faith Family Church at 1664 Norton Rd.
- Sign variance for Valve-Trol LLC at 1340 Commerce Dr. to allow a 98 square foot sign
- Sign variance for DeAngelis Insurance at 5011 Fishcreek Rd. regarding sign placement
- Extension of conditional use certificate for two 2-family dwellings on parcels 56-19003 and 56-06431
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request from Kevin Casey to operate a place of worship at 1664 Norton Road, Units 16-17. The applicant seeks a Conditional Zoning Certificate to use approximately 11,860 square feet of the existing office space for this purpose.
- Conditional Zoning Certificate request for Faith Family Church at 1664 Norton Road, Units 16-17
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for March 22, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 12, 2022.
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for March 8, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 22, 2022.
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for February 22, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 8, 2022.