{ "city": "Stow", "state": "Ohio", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/stowohio.gov/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-23", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-07-28", "body": "Commission on Inclusion", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-928", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-28", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-929", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "Civil Service Commission", "headline": "Civil Service Commission to certify firefighter eligibility list", "summary": "The Stow Civil Service Commission will consider two actions related to the firefighter entry‑level exam: voiding the previously certified eligibility list dated October 22 2025, and then certifying a new eligibility list. These steps are required before the city can proceed with hiring firefighters. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of June 30, 2026 minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-925", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07152026-925", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "July 14 Planning Commission meeting canceled", "summary": "The Stow Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 14, 2026 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is set for July 28, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-927", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Urban Forestry Commission", "headline": "Urban Forestry Commission reviews pop‑up events and upcoming tree programs", "summary": "The commission will recap the AMP pop‑up held on June 30 and note the next dates on August 19 and October 7. Members will discuss the Akron Children’s Hospital holiday tree, Fishcreek holiday‑tree supplies, and the Oak Tree slime‑flux issue. The group will review and edit monthly article topics for July through December and consider how to use door‑hangers. No formal votes are listed; the agenda focuses on updates and planning.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-926", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Parks & Recreation Board", "headline": "Stow Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to swear in Bob Pontius", "summary": "The board will meet to swear in member Bob Pontius and approve the April 13, 2026 minutes. The session includes reports from the library and planning commission, as well as department updates on marketing, programs, and events.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-923", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Building & Zoning Board of Appeals", "headline": "Board will consider a dangerous building appeal for 4041 Klein Ave", "summary": "The Stow Building & Zoning Board of Appeals will review a Section 1311.11 dangerous building appeal for the property at 4041 Klein Ave, owned by Katherine Hearst. The board will also approve the minutes from the May 11 and June 8, 2026 meetings before adjourning.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-924", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-30", "body": "Civil Service Commission", "headline": "Civil Service Commission to discuss Assistant Fire Chief selection", "summary": "The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to address new business. The primary focus of the meeting is the selection process for the Assistant Fire Chief.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06302026-920", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06302026-920", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Board of Control", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-922", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06242026-922", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Stow Planning Commission to consider data center zoning and restaurant permit", "summary": "The Stow Planning Commission will meet to discuss a zoning text amendment to regulate data centers and consider a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 3983 Darrow Road.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-918", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Commission on Inclusion", "headline": "Commission on Inclusion discusses inclusive event and zoning amendment letter", "summary": "The Commission on Inclusion is meeting to provide updates on an inclusive event scheduled for August 21 at the senior center. The body will also discuss a zoning amendment endorsement letter and various community outreach activities.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-917", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "body": "Board of Control", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-921", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06172026-921", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Civil Service Commission", "headline": "Civil Service Commission to review Fire Captain exam protests", "summary": "The Civil Service Commission will meet to review protests regarding the Fire Captain written examination. The commission will also enter an executive session to discuss the appointment and compensation of a public employee.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-916", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06162026-916", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Board of Control", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-919", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06102026-919", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Environmental Commission", "headline": "Agenda lists only coded entries with no readable agenda items", "summary": "The Stow Environmental Commission agenda for June 10, 2026 consists of a series of numeric codes and placeholder entries (i255). No specific items such as rezoning proposals, contracts, or ordinance discussions are identifiable. Therefore the meeting appears to have only procedural or undocumented items.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-913", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "June 9 Planning Commission meeting has been canceled", "summary": "The Stow Planning Commission’s regularly scheduled meeting for June 9, 2026 was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for June 23, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-912", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Urban Forestry Commission", "headline": "Urban Forestry Commission selects dates for AMP pop‑ups and plans monthly articles", "summary": "The commission approved the selected dates for the AMP pop‑up series (June 30, August 19, October 7) and assigned staff for the June event. It reviewed and edited the schedule of monthly article topics for June through December. Additional items discussed included registration for the Akron Children’s Hospital Holiday Tree on July 1, a tree canopy assessment with the Environmental Commission, and the creation of a Big Tree Contest flyer and a door‑hanger sample.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-910", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Building & Zoning Board of Appeals", "headline": "Board reviews four setback and height variance requests", "summary": "The Stow Building & Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four variance applications. Two requests seek reduced setbacks for accessory structures on residential lots at 3520 Homewood Ave. and 4047 Kenneth Rd. One request asks for a reduced front‑line setback for a porch roof at 4679 Markwood Dr. The fourth request seeks permission for an accessory structure taller than 20 feet at 4111 Hudson Dr., a commercial‑zoned property.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-911", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Board of Control", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-915", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-915", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-27", "body": "Board of Control", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05272026-914", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05272026-914", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Commission on Inclusion", "headline": "Commission discusses updated disability zoning amendment and community events", "summary": "The Stow Commission on Inclusion will hear public comments on an updated zoning amendment concerning disabilities, ideas for an inclusive event, volunteer opportunities at nursing homes, scheduled AMP Pop‑up series events, and a post‑meeting planting activity. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting focuses on sharing information and gathering feedback.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-902", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-902", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "Board of Control", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-909", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05202026-909", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Senior Citizen Commission", "headline": "Swearing in of new Senior Commission member Amanda Harvan", "summary": "The Stow Senior Commission will officially swear in new and reappointed member Amanda Harvan. The board will approve minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting and hear reports from the library and Parks and Recreation senior center activities. Public comment and general discussion on senior outreach efforts will follow. The next meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-901", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "body": "Board of Control", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05132026-908", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05132026-908", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "body": "Environmental Commission", "headline": "No substantive agenda items identified for this meeting", "summary": "The agenda consists of unreadable codes and contains no clear decisions, proposals, or discussions. It appears to be procedural or placeholder content without identifiable items.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05132026-899", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "body": "Building & Zoning Board of Appeals", "headline": "Board will consider a deck setback variance for 3085 Peterboro Drive.", "summary": "The Stow Building & Zoning Appeals Board will review three applications at its May 11, 2026 meeting. Two appeals request a dangerous building determination for 2120 Uniondale Drive and 3560 Orchard Drive, Unit D20. A variance request seeks to allow a deck at 3085 Peterboro Drive with a rear setback of 20 feet instead of the required 45 feet.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-897", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "body": "Urban Forestry Commission", "headline": "Commission will discuss and edit monthly urban forestry articles", "summary": "The Stow Urban Forestry Commission meeting will review and edit the monthly article topics for the year. The commission will recap the recent EarthFest event. It will plan the AMP Pop‑up series dates, including a combined event on May 20 with the city pep rally.", "agenda_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-898", "minutes_url": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05112026-898", "source": "https://www.stowohio.gov/AgendaCenter" } ] }