Tallmadge public meetings in 2023

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider declassifying a classified position in the Service Department, elect a chairman for 2024, and address any other business. The agenda is otherwise routine, with roll call, minutes, and correspondence.

• Declassifying a classified position in the Service Department
• Elect a Chairman for 2024

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to address the newly legislated Assistant Records Manager position within the Police Department. The body will also hold an election to select a Chairman for the 2024 term.

• Assistant Records Manager position in the Police Department (Ord 94-2023)
• Election of 2024 Chairman

Architectural Review Board

The Tallmadge Architectural Review Board is meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness application for new construction by Testa Companies on a parcel on North Ave. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive correspondence, including the 2024 meeting calendar. Administrative approvals for vinyl siding and a roof shingle are listed.

• Testa Companies – new construction on Parcel 6010530, North Ave
• Certificate of Appropriateness application for review
• Approval of minutes from August 29, 2023
• 2024 Meeting Calendar correspondence
• Administrative approvals: 51 West Ave (vinyl siding), 218 Tallmadge Circle (roof shingle)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings and votes on several ordinances, including the 2024 city budget, a zoning amendment for minor subdivisions, and establishing non-collective bargaining employee counts. The council will also consider first readings on items like a cannabis moratorium, a demolition contract, and accepting street dedications. An executive session on collective bargaining is scheduled before the meeting.

• Ord. 2023-87: Adopting the 2024 city budget and appropriating funds
• Ord. 2023-86: Amending Section 1110.02 'Minor Subdivision' and Appendix A of the Tallmadge Codified Ordinances
• Ord. 2023-103: Six-month moratorium on adult use cannabis operator zoning applications
• Ord. 2023-100: Authorizing contract with Proquality Demolition for demolition of 89 E. Howe Road
• Ord. 2023-93: Expressing intent to sell unneeded property on Shanafelt Avenue (Parcel #60-02371)

Investment Board

The Tallmadge Investment Board is meeting to approve minutes from October and ratify a previously made purchase of a $500,000 CDARS (Certificate of Deposit Account Registry Service) from Tristate Capital Bank. The certificate has a 52-week term at a 4.89% interest rate, purchased on December 6, 2023. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with only these two action items and adjournment.

• Ratification of $500,000 CDARS purchase from Tristate Capital Bank
• 52-week term at 4.89% interest rate
• Approval of October 25, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider several change orders for demolition, asphalt, and trenching projects. These items involve price increases for contaminated material removal and price decreases for manhole installations. The Board will also consider a one-year renewal for city property mowing services.

• ProQuality Demolition: $33,300.00 increase for contaminated concrete at 89 E Howe Road
• ProQuality Demolition: $157,300.00 increase for contaminated concrete wall at 89 E Howe Road
• Cardinal Asphalt: $5,562.00 price decrease for manhole installation reconciliation
• Northeast Ohio Trenching Services: $2,970.30 increase for parking lot soil replacement
• Four Seasons Service & Repair: 1-year renewal for mowing city property

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a single case: a request by Floyd K & Bernadine Swain for two variances to build a detached garage at 514 Northeast Ave. The variances would reduce the required rear yard setback from 25 feet to 7 feet and the side yard setback from 10 feet to 7 feet. The board will also approve minutes from the November 14 meeting and handle routine procedural items.

• Case No. 1088: 18-foot rear yard setback variance (25 ft required, 7 ft requested)
• Case No. 1088: 3-foot side yard setback variance (10 ft required, 7 ft requested)
• Public hearing for Case No. 1088 at 7:01 PM
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review two major development cases for final plat approval. These items involve residential development by Pulte Homes of Ohio, LLC.

• Final Plat for Tallmadge Reserve Phase VI (23.0353 acres)
• Final Plat for Tallmadge Reserve Phase VII (16.5465 acres)
• Administrative approval of a new park shelter for Lions Park
• Administrative approval of compound fencing for a Verizon Wireless tower

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to certify a full-time firefighter/paramedic eligibility list and consider any other items. The agenda is otherwise routine, with roll call, minutes, and correspondence as standard items.

• Certify Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests for a detached garage at 78 Cambrian Drive. The applicant seeks a 10-foot reduction in the rear yard setback and a 46-square-foot increase in accessory structure size. The board will also approve minutes from the September 12, 2023 meeting.

• Case No. 1087: 10-foot rear yard setback variance (from 25 ft to 15 ft) for detached garage at 78 Cambrian Drive
• Case No. 1087: 46-square-foot variance to allow 960 sq ft accessory structures (limit is 914 sq ft)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including the 2024 budget, updates to recreation facility fees, and changes to municipal income tax rules. They will also hear a presentation on lead and weatherization programs and review financial reports for October.

• Ord. 2023-84: Amends recreation facility rates and fees
• Ord. 2023-85: Changes to municipal income tax filing and penalties
• Ord. 2023-87: Adopts 2024 budget for city funds
• Ord. 2023-95/96: Authorizes grant applications for street projects (East Avenue Phase 2, S. Munroe Road, Eastwood Avenue, State Route 91/Northmoreland Road)
• Ord. 2023-92: Appropriates funds for dispatch services from SARCOG

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss band placements for new positions and any other items for consideration. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call, guests, minutes, and correspondence.

• Band placements for new positions
• Any other items for consideration

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control is meeting to adopt prior minutes and consider one main item: authorizing the mayor to contract for a new HVAC chiller at the Rec Center through the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program, at a cost of $124,776.87. This purchase was previously authorized in Ordinance 2023-88. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Contract for HVAC chiller replacement at Rec Center for $124,776.87 via Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Authorization tied to Ordinance 2023-88
• Adoption of minutes from October 25, 2023

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board is meeting to approve previous minutes, discuss old business, and consider new business including price adjustments, a cornhole tournament, pickleball leagues, and a self-defense workshop. They will also review monthly membership, financial, and donation reports.

• Council Grid Price Adjustments with Council Changes
• New program proposal – Cornhole Tournament
• New program proposal – Pickleball Leagues
• New program proposal – Self Defense Workshop
• Approval of minutes from October 5, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss an amendment to the zoning text regarding minor subdivisions.

• Amendment to the Zoning Text Section 1110.02 for minor subdivisions

City Council Special Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is holding a work session to discuss the proposed 2024 budget under Ordinance 2023-87. This is a discussion item, not a final vote, and the agenda includes no other substantive business beyond this budget review.

• Discussion of proposed 2024 budget (Ord. 2023-87)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding the 2024 fiscal year budget, municipal income tax, and property purchases. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning updates and demolition grant applications.

• Third reading of Ord. 2023-83 to purchase 892 Northwest Avenue from Summit County Land Reutilization Corporation
• First reading of Ord. 2023-87 to adopt the 2024 fiscal year budget
• First reading of Ord. 2023-85 regarding municipal income tax regulations
• Public hearing for Ord. 2023-82 regarding car wash use regulations
• Grant applications for building demolitions at 1128½ Woods Drive and 892 Northwest Avenue

Investment Board

The Tallmadge Investment Board is meeting to approve minutes from September and ratify a previously executed $500,000 CDARS purchase from Tristate Capital Bank. The 52-week certificate was bought on October 5, 2023, at a 5.22% rate. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items.

• Ratification of $500,000 CDARS purchase from Tristate Capital Bank
• 52-week term at 5.22% rate, purchased October 5, 2023
• Approval of September 14, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider approving a snow removal and melting services contract with Four Seasons Service & Repair for November 1, 2023 through May 1, 2024, and a change order to Cementech, Inc. for the 2023 Concrete Maintenance & Repair Bid, increasing the contract by $33,289.00 to a total of $447,233.00. The board will also adopt minutes from the September 28, 2023 meeting.

• Snow Removal and Melting Services contract with Four Seasons Service & Repair, effective Nov 1, 2023 – May 1, 2024
• Change Order #2 to Cementech, Inc. for 2023 Concrete Maintenance & Repair Bid, increase of $33,289.00
• Total concrete contract increased to $447,233.00
• Adoption of minutes from September 28, 2023

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss several personnel matters, including a police chief hiring request, an update on a fire test, and the status of a Technician I position with three applications on file. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, minutes, and correspondence.

• Police Chief Doug Bohon hiring request
• Fire Test update
• Technician I position update (3 applications in open file)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and votes on several ordinances, including establishing non-collective bargaining employee counts, purchasing a property on Northwest Avenue, and adjusting recreation fees. The agenda also includes community input on a levy and a park campaign, plus routine financial reports.

• Ord. 2023-78: Establish non-collective bargaining employee numbers by department
• Ord. 2023-83: Authorize purchase of 892 Northwest Avenue from Summit County Land Reutilization Corp
• Ord. 2023-84: Amend recreation facility rates and fees
• Ord. 2023-77 & 79: Amend compensation plan and wage adjustments for non-union employees
• Res. 2023-12: Support for Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board Issue 17

Community Improvement Corporation

The Tallmadge Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) is meeting to handle routine business, including approving meeting minutes, a $3,000 donation for Circle Fest, a lease for 29 Northeast Avenue, and the 2024 budget. The meeting also sets the date for the 2024 annual meeting.

• Approval of February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Retroactive approval of $3,000 donation for 2023 Circle Fest
• Lease for 29 Northeast Avenue
• 2024 budget discussion
• Setting 2024 annual meeting date

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main business is a vote on price adjustments, including Maca admissions and hall rental cleaning fees, along with other wording changes. The board will also review past event updates, staff updates, and monthly reports on membership, finances, and donations.

• Council Grid Price Adjustments: Maca Admissions
• Council Grid Price Adjustments: Hall Rental Cleaning Fees
• Council Grid Price Adjustments: Other wording changes
• Approval of minutes from September 6, 2023
• Monthly reports: TRC Membership, Financial, Donation Request

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will review two proposed amendments to the city's zoning text. One item involves minor subdivisions glossary terms, and another concerns regulations for automotive car washes.

• Amendment to Zoning Text Section 1110.02 regarding Minor Subdivisions Glossary of Terms
• Review of Amendment to Zoning Text Section 1104.05 D (Commercial Uses Table) and Section 1104.07E(8) (Automotive-Car Wash)

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss personnel matters, including a requested demotion for Mike Weigand, Assistant Director of Public Service, and updates on several city positions. The agenda also includes an entry-level firefighter/paramedic test and updates on Tech I and Police Officer positions.

• Request for demotion for Mike Weigand, Assistant Director of Public Service
• Entry-level FT FF/Paramedic Test
• Update Tech I position
• Update Police Officer position

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control is meeting to consider approving a second one-year renewal for temporary staffing through Safe Staffing of Ohio, and to authorize a cooperative agreement with Brimfield Township for the Howe Road Culvert Replacement Project, including a change order increasing costs. The agenda also includes adoption of prior meeting minutes and any additional items.

• Approval of second 1-year renewal for temporary labor through Safe Staffing of Ohio (Oct 17, 2023 – Oct 16, 2024), last renewal of contract
• Authorizing Mayor to enter cooperative agreement with Brimfield Township for Howe Road Culvert Replacement Project; Tallmadge's portion $110,500.00
• Change Order #1 for Howe Road Culvert Replacement Project, increase of $7,080.82 due to construction administration costs rising from $17,500 to $31,890.00

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 28, 2023, with several items on the agenda. They will consider first readings of ordinances to amend car wash regulations, authorize the sale of obsolete vehicles, and purchase a property at 892 Northwest Avenue. Second readings include resolutions on tax levies, a broadband compensation plan, employee wage adjustments, and a CDBG grant for minor home repairs. Public input is invited, including a comment on the tree ordinance.

• Ord. 2023-82: Amends commercial uses table and car wash regulations
• Ord. 2023-81: Expresses intent to sell unneeded vehicles and equipment
• Ord. 2023-83: Authorizes purchase of 892 Northwest Avenue (parcels 60006239 and 6753251) from Summit County Land Reutilization Corporation
• Res. 2023-11: Accepts tax levy amounts from Summit County Budget Commission
• Ord. 2023-80: Authorizes CDBG funding for Minor Home Repair Program

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to receive updates on the Tech I and Police Officer positions and to discuss regulations for demotions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Update on Tech I position
• Update on Police Officer position
• Regulations for demotions

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including first readings of ordinances related to employee compensation, a resolution for tax levies, and acceptance of CDBG funds for minor home repairs. The agenda also includes financial reports, a public hearing on flooding concerns, and an executive session on pending litigation.

• Res. 2023-11: Accepting tax levy amounts and rates from Summit County Budget Commission
• Ord. 2023-77: Amending Broad Band Compensation Plan for non-collective bargaining employees
• Ord. 2023-78: Establishing number of non-collective bargaining employees by department
• Ord. 2023-79: Implementing wage adjustments for certain non-collective bargaining employees
• Ord. 2023-80: Authorizing CDBG funding for Minor Home Repair Program

Investment Board

The Tallmadge Investment Board will meet to approve minutes from June and ratify three previously executed certificate of deposit account registry service (CDARS) purchases. The purchases, made between June and August 2023, total $2.5 million across two banks at rates between 5.09% and 5.23%.

• Ratify $1,000,000 CDARS purchase from Tristate Capital Bank, 52-week term at 5.10%, purchased June 15, 2023
• Ratify $500,000 CDARS purchase from Huntington Bank, 52-week term at 5.23%, purchased July 20, 2023
• Ratify $1,000,000 CDARS purchase from Tristate Capital Bank, 104-week term at 5.09%, purchased August 17, 2023
• Approve Investment Board minutes from June 8, 2023 meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests. The board will consider requests for reduced side yard setbacks at 706 Northwest Ave, a reduced rear yard setback for a pool at 795 Forestview Dr, and a variance to allow a larger storage shed at 195 Barnes Dr. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 11, 2023.

• Case 1084: 706 Northwest Ave – two variances for reduced side yard setbacks (7-ft and 5-ft variances)
• Case 1085: 795 Forestview Dr – 16-ft variance for rear yard setback for above ground pool
• Case 1086: 195 Barnes Dr – 110-sq-ft variance for accessory structure size (storage shed)

The Board of Zoning Appeals voted unanimously to approve variance requests for 706 Northwest Ave, 795 Forestview Dr, and 195 Barnes Dr. Earlier, the board also excused Mr. Satterfield and approved the June 13, 2023 minutes, each by a 4‑0 vote.

• Excused Mr. Satterfield (4-0)
• Approved June 13, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved two side‑yard setbacks variances for 706 Northwest Ave (4-0)
• Approved rear‑yard setback variance for 795 Forestview Dr (4-0)
• Approved accessory‑structure variance for 195 Barnes Dr (4-0)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates on past events and staff, and consider a new Women's Self-Defense Class proposal and a price update for Speed and Agility Clinics. Monthly membership, financial, and donation reports will also be presented.

• New program proposal: Women's Self-Defense Class
• Program price update: Speed and Agility Clinics
• Approval of minutes from May 23, 2023
• Monthly TRC membership, financial, and donation reports

The Recreation Center Governing Board approved the addition of a 4-week women's self-defense program and updated the pricing structure for Speed and Agility Clinics. The board also approved the meeting minutes from May 7, 2023.

• Approved minutes from May 7, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved new 4-week Women's Self Defense Class at $25 for residents and $30 for non-residents (5-0)
• Approved amended Speed and Agility Clinic fees to $15 residents/$20 non-residents per day (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review a proposed amendment to the commercial uses table regarding car wash regulations. The meeting also includes a site plan review for new construction at 4482 Crystal Parkway.

• Zoning text amendment for automotive car wash regulations (Case PZ 23-09-01)
• Site plan review for new construction at 4482 Crystal Parkway (Case PZ 23-09-02)

The Commission approved a site plan for a new contractor services building at 4482 Crystal Parkway. The approval includes variances for parking screening and foundation screening. The project must comply with city ordinances and receive approvals from the Fire Department and City Engineer.

• Approved Site Plan Review for Parsons Concrete Contractors, Inc. at 4482 Crystal Parkway
• Approved variance for parking screening
• Approved variance for foundation screening on southeast and north sides of building
• Adopted June 1, 2023 minutes (4-0)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider a protest against awarding a contract to Northeast Ohio Trenching Services for Howe Road Park Improvements Phase 2, with a base bid of $758,200. The board will also review three change orders for a Cardinal Asphalt project, including increases for additional work and paving, and a final decrease. These items are up for discussion and approval at the meeting.

• Protest of contract award to Northeast Ohio Trenching Services for Howe Road Park Improvements Phase 2 (base bid $758,200)
• Change Order #1 to Cardinal Asphalt: +$1,156, new contract price $643,231.50
• Change Order #2 to Cardinal Asphalt: +$47,000 for West Avenue paving due to water main break, completion extended 30 days, new price $690,231.50
• Change Order #3 to Cardinal Asphalt: -$111,566.70 final reconciliation, new price $578,664.80

The Board of Control affirmed a contract award to Northeast Ohio Trenching Services after reviewing a protest. The Board also approved three change orders for Cardinal Asphalt Co., Inc. involving price increases for additional work and a final reconciliation decrease.

• Affirmed $758,200 contract for Howe Road Park Improvements Phase 2 to Northeast Ohio Trenching Services (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Cardinal Asphalt Co., Inc. increasing contract price by $1,156 to $643,231.50 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 for Cardinal Asphalt Co., Inc. increasing contract price by $47,000 to $690,231.50 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #3 for Cardinal Asphalt Co., Inc. decreasing contract price by $111,566.70 to $578,664.80 (5-0)
• Adopted September 1st meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider authorizing the mayor to sign a contract with Northeast Ohio Trenching Services, Inc. for Howe Road Park Improvements Phase 2, with a base bid of $758,200. The board will also adopt minutes from the August 10, 2023 meeting. This is a routine approval item.

• Contract with Northeast Ohio Trenching Services, Inc. for Howe Road Park Improvements Phase 2, base bid $758,200
• Adoption of minutes from August 10, 2023

The Board of Control approved a contract for Phase 2 of the Howe Road Park Improvements. The project will include a dog park, new shelter, and new restroom using ARPA funds.

• Approved August 10th meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved $758,200 contract with Northeast Ohio Trenching Services, Inc. for Howe Road Park Improvements Phase 2 (4-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Tallmadge Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for an addition to a recognized heritage structure at 93 Southwest Ave. The board will also approve minutes from the May 30 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for addition to heritage structure at 93 Southwest Ave (applicant John Galehouse, owners Morgan and Mary Siegenthaler)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is holding its regular meeting on August 24, 2023. The main item is a first reading of an ordinance to accept an ARPA grant from the Ohio Emergency Management Agency for first responder wellness, recruitment, retention, and resiliency. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including minutes, financial reports, and committee reports.

• Ord. 2023-76: Accepting ARPA First Responder Wellness, Recruitment, Retention and Resiliency Grant from Ohio EMA; appropriating and transferring funds
• Public hearing and community input periods
• Reports from administrative officers and standing committees

City Council approved an ordinance to accept a grant from the Ohio Emergency Management Agency to benefit full-time and part-time firefighters. The Director of Public Service also announced the upcoming demolition of the DD building at 89 East Howe Road.

• Adopted Ord. 2023-76 to accept ARPA First Responder Wellness, Recruitment, Retention and Resiliency Grant (6-0-1)
• Adopted 8-10-23 Council meeting minutes (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel matters, including certifying a police sergeant eligibility list and receiving updates on technician and police officer eligibility lists. The commission will also discuss a new employment application and consider any other items.

• Certify Police Sergeant Eligibility List
• Update on FT Technician Eligibility List
• Update on Police Officer Eligibility List
• Discuss new Employment Application

The Commission certified a new Police Sergeant eligibility list and terminated the existing Technician I list. The board also approved a revised city employment application pending the addition of an email field and a revised date.

• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Certified Police Sergeant’s Eligibility List with three names
• Terminated current Technician I Eligibility List
• Approved revised employee application pending addition of email and revised date

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is holding its regular meeting on August 10, 2023. They will consider several ordinances, including authorizing a contract for Community Center repairs, advertising bids for Howe Road Park Phase 2, an agreement for the Juvenile Diversion Program, and appropriating funds for 9/11 Memorial candles. The agenda also includes routine financial reports and minutes approval.

• Ord. 2023-74: Authorize contract with Trident Restoration for Community Center repairs exceeding 10%
• Ord. 2023-75: Authorize bids and contract for Howe Road Park Phase 2 Improvement Plan
• Ord. 2023-72: Agreement with Summit County for Juvenile Diversion Program
• Ord. 2023-73: Appropriate funds for candles for 9/11 Memorial Services
• Ord. 2023-62: Amend Fire Prevention Code to add Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS)

City Council unanimously adopted the meeting minutes from July 27, 2023, and accepted the monthly financial reports. Administrative officers provided updates on public safety hiring, infrastructure projects, and upcoming community events.

• Adopted 7-27-23 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted financial reports as submitted by Dir. of Finance Gilbride (6-0)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider three change orders: two time extensions for Cementech concrete projects and a $48,447.84 increase for Trident Restoration's Community Center repairs. All items are up for approval at this meeting.

• Change Order #1 to Cementech: 60-day extension to Sept 5, 2023 for Concrete Maintenance & Repair
• Change Order #2 to Cementech: 30-day extension to Sept 3, 2023 for North Munroe Sidewalks
• Change Order #1 to Trident Restoration: $48,447.84 increase, new total $247,783.65 for Community Center repairs

The Board of Control approved a contract increase for Community Center repairs and two time extensions for concrete work. The Community Center contract was increased by $48,447.84 to a new total of $247,783.65.

• Approved July 27th meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 to Cementech, Inc. for a 60-day extension to September 5, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 to Cementech, Inc. for a 30-day extension to September 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 to Trident Restoration LLC for $48,447.84, bringing the total contract to $247,783.65 (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is holding a regular meeting with several first readings of ordinances and resolutions, including appropriating ARPA funds for Howe Road Park improvements, applying for federal funds for the East Avenue Corridor, authorizing a contract for sidewalk installation, opposing Ohio Issue 1, and supporting Akron's alternative CSO projects. The meeting also includes proclamations and a certificate of appreciation, along with routine reports and minutes approval.

• Ord. 2023-68: Appropriating ARPA funds for Howe Road Park improvements
• Ord. 2023-69: Authorizing application for AMATS funds for East Avenue Corridor
• Ord. 2023-71: Authorizing contract with Cementech Inc. for sidewalk installation on North Munroe
• Res. 2023-9: Opposing Ohio Issue 1
• Res. 2023-10: Supporting Akron's alternative CSO projects, urging EPA reconsideration

Council unanimously approved the amended minutes from the July 13, 2023, meeting. The session primarily consisted of proclamations for retiring public safety officers and administrative reports regarding city staffing and infrastructure.

• Approved amended 7-13-23 Council meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider approving Change Order #1 to CemenTech, Inc. for the North Munroe Sidewalk Installation-2023, increasing the contract by $48,000 to a total of $253,316.50. The board will also adopt minutes from the July 19 meeting and handle any additional items.

• Change Order #1 to CemenTech, Inc. for North Munroe Sidewalk Installation-2023: $48,000 increase, total contract $253,316.50
• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2023

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider two spending items: a $75,000 lease/purchase of a medic unit through a cooperative purchasing program, and a $67,000 appropriation for repairs to the ladder section of Tower 1. Both items are authorized by previously passed ordinances. The board will also adopt minutes from its July 13 meeting.

• Lease/purchase of a Medic Unit for $75,000.00 via Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Appropriation of $67,000.00 for repairs to the ladder section of Tower 1
• Adoption of minutes from July 13, 2023

The Board of Control approved the purchase of a medic unit and emergency repairs for Tower 1. Both items were authorized under previous city ordinances.

• Approved purchase of a Medic Unit from Atlantic Emergency Solutions for $285,676.00 (4-0)
• Approved emergency repairs to the ladder section of Tower 1 by Atlantic Solutions for $66,701.60 (4-0)
• Approved July 13th meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider approving Change Order #4 to Perrin Asphalt Co., which decreases the contract total by $3,450 to $99,229. The original project was approved by Council in Ord. 2022-84. The board will also adopt minutes from the June 22, 2023 meeting.

• Change Order #4 to Perrin Asphalt Co. for final reconciliation, decreasing contract by $3,450 to $99,229
• Original project approved by Council in Ord. 2022-84
• Adoption of minutes from June 22, 2023

The Board of Control approved a change order to reconcile a purchase order for Perrin Asphalt Company. This action decreased the current order by $3,450.00, resulting in a new contract total of $99,229.

• Approved amended June 22nd meeting minutes (5/0)
• Approved Change Order #4 to Perrin Asphalt Company for $99,229 total (5/0)

City Council Regular Meeting

Council adopted a resolution congratulating the Tallmadge High School Softball Team and approved the meeting minutes from June 22, 2023. The body also accepted various financial reports submitted by the Director of Finance.

• Adopted Res. 2023-7 congratulating Tallmadge High School Softball Team (7-0)
• Approved 6-22-23 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Accepted Financial Reports submitted by Dir. of Finance Gilbride (7-0)
• Approved agenda amendment to move Community Issues forward (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on Case No. 1083, a request by Carrie Shannon for two variances to build a shed at 736 Deerwood Dr. The variances would reduce the required rear yard setback from 25 feet to 20 feet and the side yard setback from 10 feet to 5.5 feet. The board will also approve minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting.

• Case No. 1083: variance for rear yard setback (25 ft to 20 ft) at 736 Deerwood Dr
• Case No. 1083: variance for side yard setback (10 ft to 5.5 ft) at 736 Deerwood Dr
• Public hearing for Case No. 1083
• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2023

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two setback variances for a shed located at 736 Deerwood Dr. The decision allows the structure to be placed closer to the rear and side property lines than typically permitted by the Zoning Code.

• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 5-foot rear yard setback variance for 736 Deerwood Dr (TCO 1103.03 B)
• Approved 4.5-foot side yard setback variance for 736 Deerwood Dr (TCO 1103.03 B)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider several contracts, including a shelter installation at Lions Park, a change order for tennis/pickleball court resurfacing, sewer inspection services, and new software for planning and street departments. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• Contract with Cavanaugh Building Corporation for Lions Park Shelter Installation, base bid $84,000
• Change Order #3 to Perrin Asphalt Company for Tennis/Pickleball Court Resurfacing, extending time to June 20, 2023
• Contract with Equix Integrity, Inc. for CCTV Inspection and Cleaning Consulting Services for City Sewers, proposal $77,069.50
• Contract with Opengov for Planning and Zoning Department permitting, licensing, and code enforcement software and Street Department asset management software

The Board of Control approved several municipal contracts, including a pavilion installation at Lions Park and sewer cleaning services. The board also authorized new software for the Planning and Zoning and Street departments.

• Approved $84,000 contract with Cavanaugh Building Corporation for Lions Park Shelter Installation (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #3 for Perrin Asphalt Company to extend Tennis/Pickleball Court Resurfacing deadline to June 20, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved $77,069.50 contract with Equix Integrity, Inc. for CCTV sewer inspection and cleaning (4-0)
• Approved contract with Opengov for Planning and Zoning and Street Department software (4-0)
• Approved June 8th meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 22, 2023, with public hearings, community input, and reports from committees. Key items include second readings of ordinances to authorize contracts for planning software, a lease amendment with Summa Health, and sewer inspection services, plus a third reading on sign regulations. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of the new police chief and a certificate presentation.

• Ord. 2023-51 (third reading): Amends sign regulations and definitions in the Tallmadge Codified Ordinances.
• Ord. 2023-58 (second reading): Authorizes contract with OpenGov for planning and zoning software, without competitive bidding.
• Ord. 2023-59 (second reading): Authorizes second amendment to lease with Summa Health System at Tallmadge Recreation Center.
• Ord. 2023-57 (second reading): Authorizes contract with Equix Integrity Inc. for CCTV inspection and cleaning of city sewers.
• Ord. 2023-60 (first reading): Declares city-owned equipment excess/obsolete and authorizes sale at public auction.

City Council swore in Doug Bohon as the new Police Chief and adopted an amended sign ordinance. Council also approved the previous meeting's minutes and presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Wes Fair of Shelter Care.

• Approved 6-8-23 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2023-51 amending the sign ordinance (6-0)
• Swore in Doug Bohon as Police Chief

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. The first seeks to reduce the rear yard setback for a pole barn at 763 Sunset View Blvd and allow a larger accessory structure. The second seeks to reduce the rear yard setback for a shed at 744 Jennifer Trl and allow an accessory structure on a lot without a principal use.

• Case 1081: 15-foot rear yard setback variance (from 25 feet) for pole barn at 763 Sunset View Blvd
• Case 1081: 82-square foot variance to allow 1,088-square foot accessory structure (exceeds 60% GFA limit)
• Case 1082: 10.1-foot rear yard setback variance (from 25 feet) for shed at 744 Jennifer Trl
• Case 1082: Variance to allow accessory structure incidental to non-existing principal use on non-conforming lot

The Board approved two variance requests for a pole barn at 763 Sunset View Blvd. A second request for a shed at 744 Jennifer Trl was discussed, but the provided minutes end before a decision was recorded.

• Approved 15-foot rear yard setback variance for 763 Sunset View Blvd (4-0)
• Approved 82-square foot accessory structure size variance for 763 Sunset View Blvd (4-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 minutes (4-0)

Investment Board

The Tallmadge Investment Board is meeting to approve minutes from its May 11 meeting and ratify a $2,000,000 transfer into STAR Ohio made on May 24, 2023, at a current rate of 5.20%. The agenda includes no other substantive items beyond these routine approvals.

• Ratification of $2,000,000 transfer into STAR Ohio at 5.20% on May 24, 2023
• Approval of May 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control is meeting to consider several contracts and change orders. Key items include a $318,849.62 purchase of computer equipment and networking gear through the state purchasing program, a change order for pavement markings, a change order for tennis/pickleball court resurfacing, and a $638,000 demolition contract for a property on East Howe Road.

• Contract with Cadenza LLC for computer equipment, software, and networking: $81,555.78 (wireless access points) + $237,293.84 (switches)
• Change Order #1 for JD Striping & Services: net decrease of $9,461.42, new total $88,204.69
• Change Order #1 for Perrin Asphalt Company: $2,520.00 increase, new total $101,479.00 (ARPA project)
• Demolition contract with ProQuality Demolition for 89 E. Howe Rd., Parcel #6010569: $638,000.00

The Board of Control approved a demolition contract for 89 E. Howe Rd. and authorized the purchase of computer and networking equipment. The board also approved change orders for pavement markings and tennis/pickleball court resurfacing.

• Approved purchase of computer equipment and software from Cadenza LLC totaling $318,849.62 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for JD Striping & Services, Inc., decreasing contract to $88,204.69 (5-0)
• Approved Change Orders #1 and #2 for Perrin Asphalt Company, increasing contract to $102,679.00 (5-0)
• Approved $638,000 demolition contract with ProQuality Demolition for 89 E. Howe Rd. (5-0)
• Approved May 11th meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 8, 2023, with several items for discussion and potential action. Key items include a third reading of an amended sign ordinance, first readings of ordinances authorizing contracts for planning software, a lease amendment with Summa Health, a fiber conduit MOU, and sewer inspection services. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Joint Dispatch Center and routine financial reports.

• Ord. 2023-51 Amended: Amends Section 1108 (Signs) and Appendix A3 (Sign Specific Definitions) of the Tallmadge Codified Ordinances.
• Ord. 2023-58: Authorizes contract with Opengov for planning and zoning software and street asset management software.
• Ord. 2023-59: Authorizes second amendment to lease with Summa Health System at Tallmadge Recreation Center.
• Ord. 2023-54: Authorizes MOU with Summit County for conduit installation along fiber route.
• Ord. 2023-57: Authorizes contract with Equix Integrity Inc. for CCTV inspection and cleaning of city sewers.

Council accepted the May financial reports and approved the minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting. No new ordinances were adopted due to a lack of a full quorum for first-reading business. The Director of Public Service reported a low bid of $638,000 for the demolition of 89 East Howe Rd.

• Approved 5-25-23 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted May financial reports (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to certify the eligibility list for the police chief position, which is the main action item. The commission will also discuss a revised city employment application and consider any other business. The meeting includes standard items like roll call, minutes, and correspondence.

• Certify Police Chief Eligibility List
• Discuss revised City of Tallmadge Employment Application
• Roll call, minutes, and correspondence

The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the May 31, 2023 meeting. The board voted to certify the top three individuals from the assessment center for the position of City of Tallmadge Police Chief. Law Director Megan Raber presented updates to the Police Department employment application for review.

• Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes
• Certified eligibility list for City of Tallmadge Police Chief

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a site plan modification regarding the sign code at 505 South Ave. The application was submitted by Matt VerBeck of Archer Sign Corporation on behalf of Tallmadge Properties.

• Case PZ 23-06-01: Site Plan Review for Modification to Sign Code at 505 South Ave

The Commission approved a site plan review for a signage modification at 505 South Ave. The decision allows for a sign area variance to increase the signage size to 225.6 square feet.

• Adopted May 4, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Case PZ 23-06-01 sign area variance for 505 South Ave to allow 225.6 square feet of sign area (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting. Members certified the Police Officer Eligibility List based on the top 15 scores from 19 applicants who completed agility testing. The Commission received an update on the Police Chief recruitment process.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Certified Police Officer Eligibility List including top 15 scores

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold public hearings and third readings on two zoning items: an amended ordinance updating sign regulations and definitions, and a six-month moratorium on car wash zoning applications. The council will also consider a second reading to fund wireless access points and a third reading to authorize a fiber conduit agreement with Summit County. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval, financial reports, and the swearing-in of a new firefighter.

• Ord. 2023-51 Amended: amends Section 1108 (Signs) and Appendix A3 (Sign Specific Definitions) of the Tallmadge Codified Ordinances; public hearing at 7:01 p.m.
• Ord. 2023-52: imposes a six-month moratorium on zoning applications for car washes; public hearing at 7:05 p.m.
• Ord. 2023-55: appropriates funds for wireless access points (second reading).
• Ord. 2023-54 Amended: authorizes Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Summit County for conduit installation along the SARCOG fiber route (third reading).
• Swearing in of Jack M. Schneider as full-time firefighter.

Council approved the minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting and swore in Jack Schneider as a full-time firefighter. A public hearing was held regarding an ordinance to amend sign regulations, but no vote on the ordinance was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved swearing in Jack Schneider as a full-time firefighter (5-0)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board is holding a regular meeting to review past event and staff updates, and to consider a new program proposal for Cardio Pool Drumming. The board will also approve minutes from the May 4 meeting and receive monthly membership, financial, and donation request reports.

• New program proposal: Cardio Pool Drumming
• Approval of May 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Monthly membership report
• Monthly financial report
• Monthly donation request report

The Recreation Center Governing Board approved the introduction of a monthly Cardio Pool Drumming class. This will be the first pool class offered for a fee outside of standard membership, with revenue split between the city and the instructor.

• Approved Cardio Pool Drumming paid class (5-0)
• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Investment Board

The Tallmadge Investment Board will meet to approve minutes from its February 23, 2023 meeting and ratify two previously made certificate of deposit purchases. Each purchase is for $500,000 through the CDARS program, one from Tristate Capital Bank at 4.85% for 21 months and one from Huntington National Bank at 4.85% for 12 months. The board will also consider any additional items before adjourning.

• Ratify $500,000 CDARS from Tristate Capital Bank at 4.85%, maturing January 30, 2025
• Ratify $500,000 CDARS from Huntington National Bank at 4.85%, maturing May 9, 2024
• Approve Investment Board minutes from February 23, 2023 meeting

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider two contracts: one with Perrin Asphalt Co. for parking lot sealcoating at $51,978.75, and another with Motorola Solutions for radio and video equipment, software licenses, and related gear totaling $205,166.00. Both are authorized by ordinances 2023-44 and 2023-53, respectively. The board will also adopt minutes from the April 13 meeting.

• Contract with Perrin Asphalt Co. for sealcoat parking lot sealer, base bid $51,978.75 (Ord. 2023-44)
• Contract with Motorola Solutions for radio equipment, video equipment, software licenses, and related equipment, $205,166.00 (Ord. 2023-53)
• Adoption of minutes from April 13, 2023

The Board approved a five-year contract with Motorola Solutions for radio and video equipment. A proposed contract with Perrin Asphalt Co. for parking lot sealing was tabled to resolve bidding and measurement details.

• Approved April 13th meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $205,166 five-year contract with Motorola Solutions for radio and video equipment (5-0)
• Tabled contract with Perrin Asphalt Co. for Sealcoat parking lot sealer (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a proposed update to the sign code, a six-month moratorium on car wash zoning applications, and contracts for a park shelter and radio equipment. The agenda also includes routine financial reports and transfers, and a presentation on the sign code. Public input is invited at the start of the meeting for non-agenda items and at the appropriate times for agenda items.

• Ord. 2023-51: Amends Section 1108 (Signs) and Appendix A3 (Sign Definitions) - public hearing set for 5-25-23
• Ord. 2023-52: Imposes six-month moratorium on zoning applications for car washes
• Ord. 2023-53: Authorizes contract with Motorola Solutions for radio/video equipment and software (no competitive bidding)
• Ord. 2023-54: Authorizes MOU with Summit County for conduit installation along fiber route
• Transfers: $175,000 to Fire & EMS, $30,000 to General Infrastructure, $75,000 to Bond Retirement, $75,000 to Police Pension

Council unanimously adopted the minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting. The session primarily consisted of administrative reports regarding economic development, public services, and city infrastructure.

• Approved 4-27-23 Council meeting minutes (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to certify the eligibility list for Utilities Superintendent, discuss the interview process for General Laborer/Technician I and Mechanics Helper/Mechanic positions, and receive updates on Police Officer and Police Chief positions. The agenda includes routine items such as roll call, minutes, and correspondence.

• Certify Utilities Superintendent Eligibility List
• Interview process for General Laborer/Technician I and Mechanics Helper/Mechanic positions
• Update on Police Officer and Police Chief positions

The Commission approved the eligibility lists for Utilities Superintendent and Technician I positions. It also identified the top five candidates for Police Chief to move forward to an assessment center.

• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Certified eligibility list for Utilities Superintendent (Stephen Clark, Shane Knicely, Robert Neiheiser)
• Certified eligibility list for Technician I (Tom Hawkins, Ryan Tompkins, David Osco, Anthony Casalinova, Joe Hedrick, and Gasper Impiccini)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review a request for a site plan approval extension at 57 Metric Dr. Additionally, the body will review a proposed amendment to the City of Tallmadge zoning text regarding signs.

• Site Plan Approval Extension Request for 57 Metric Dr (Case PZ 23-05-01)
• Amendment to Zoning Text Title 08 | Signs (Case PZ 23-03-01)

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend Ordinance 2023-47, amending the city's sign code (Title 8, Signs), to City Council. The recommendation followed extensive discussion on temporary signs, electronic message centers, and window signage. The commission also approved a 12-month site plan extension for a medical office building at 57 Metric Drive.

• Approved site plan extension for medical office building at 57 Metric Dr (4-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 2023-47 (sign code amendment) to City Council (4-0)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes and discuss old business, including past event and staff updates. The main new business items are proposed price changes for the Parent Date Night and Art Classes programs. The board will also review monthly membership, financial, and donation request reports.

• Approval of minutes from March 2, 2023
• Program price change – Parent Date Night
• Program price change – Art Classes
• TRC Membership Report
• TRC Financial Report

The board unanimously approved raising the Parent Date Night fee to $20 for residents and $30 for non-residents, and increasing art class fees to $40 to include supply costs. Staff reported summer camp is full for two age groups, and the center still needs five lifeguards before the season opens.

• Approved $20/$30 Parent Date Night rate increase (6-0)
• Approved $40 art class fee including supplies (6-0)
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including a six-month moratorium on car wash zoning applications and amendments to sign regulations. They will also vote on contracts for a culvert replacement on Elton Dr., demolition of a property on East Howe Road, and the Lions Park Shelter Project, among other items.

• Ord. 2023-51: Amends sign regulations and definitions in the Tallmadge Codified Ordinances.
• Ord. 2023-52: Imposes a six-month moratorium on zoning applications for car washes.
• Ord. 2023-39: Authorizes bids and contract for culvert and storm sewer replacement on Elton Dr.
• Ord. 2023-41: Authorizes bids and contract for demolition of 89 East Howe Road.
• Ord. 2023-45: Authorizes bids and contract for Lions Park Shelter Project.

Council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 13, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of administrative reports regarding city services, public safety, and upcoming community events.

• Approved 4-13-23 Council meeting minutes (6-0)

Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Housing Council

The Tallmadge Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Housing Council will appoint two members to fill vacancies, review the March 2022 annual meeting minutes, and discuss the CRA tax abatement program, which offers property tax abatements for commercial and industrial improvements. The agenda includes a list of active and pending CRA projects in Summit and Portage Counties, with no appeals or old/new business items listed.

• Appointment of Andrea Kidder to replace Matthew Springer as City Representative (term ends Dec 31, 2023)
• Appointment of Helen Fire to replace Bob Kostko as Community Representative (term ends Dec 31, 2023)
• Review of CRA tax abatement program details and project list
• Active CRA projects include Tallmadge Senior Living (100% abatement, 2017-2023) and Upson Development (2021-2027)
• Pending CRA projects: Speelman Electric, Patriot Real Estate Holdings, Apollo Heating and Cooling

The council appointed Andrea Kidder and Helen Fire to fill remaining terms ending December 31, 2023. The board also approved the March 8, 2022 meeting minutes and reviewed the status of incentive program agreements in Summit and Portage counties.

• Appointed Andrea Kidder as City Representative (term ends Dec 31, 2023)
• Appointed Helen Fire as Community Representative (5-0)
• Approved March 8, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold a public hearing and third reading on an ordinance to rezone 51 Southeast Avenue from Industrial to General Commercial for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu business. The council will also consider several ordinances for infrastructure projects, including culvert replacement on Elton Dr., demolition of 89 East Howe Road, and a new Lions Park shelter, as well as first readings on security equipment, a SORT vehicle MOU, and other items.

• Rezoning 51 Southeast Ave (Parcel 6000098) from I-1 to C-3 for GT Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Ord. 2023-34)
• Culvert and storm sewer replacement on Elton Dr. (Ord. 2023-39)
• Demolition of 89 East Howe Road (Ord. 2023-41)
• Purchase of security software and equipment from Johnson Control, Inc. (Ord. 2023-43)
• Lions Park Shelter Project (Ord. 2023-45)

City Council approved a zoning change for a property at 51 Southeast Avenue to allow for a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu studio. The council also accepted monthly financial reports and decided against holding a public hearing for a liquor license application.

• Approved Ord. 2023-34 to rezone 51 Southeast Avenue from Industrial (I-1) to General Commercial (C-3) (6-0)
• Accepted financial reports submitted by Dir. of Finance Gilbride (6-0)
• Approved 3-9-23 Council meeting minutes (6-0)
• Voted not to hold a public hearing regarding a liquor application for Crighton Family Ventures LLC (6-0)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control is meeting to consider two contract authorizations: one for playground safety surfacing at Memorial Park and another for security software and equipment. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• Contract with Meyer Design, Inc. for Pour in Place Playground Safety Surfacing at Memorial Park Playground, base bid $134,600
• Contract with Johnson Control, Inc. for integrated security, software licenses, and related equipment via Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing

The Board of Control approved two contracts: one for playground safety surfacing at Memorial Park and another for integrated security software and equipment. The board also approved the minutes from the March 20th meeting.

• Approved $134,600 contract with Meyer Design, Inc. for Memorial Park Playground safety surfacing (5-0)
• Approved contract with Johnson Control, Inc. for integrated security software licenses and equipment (5-0)
• Approved March 20th meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One seeks to allow a taller and larger detached garage on Eastwood Ave, and the other seeks reduced setbacks for an inground pool on Bentley Place Blvd. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Case 1079: 4-foot height variance for detached garage at 956 Eastwood Ave (24 ft instead of 20 ft limit)
• Case 1079: 752 sq ft lot coverage variance for accessory structures (3,252 sq ft instead of 2,500 sq ft limit)
• Case 1080: 20-foot rear yard setback variance for inground pool at 827 Bentley Place Blvd (5 ft instead of 25 ft)
• Case 1080: 5-foot side yard setback variance for inground pool (5 ft instead of 10 ft)
• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2023 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests. One allows a detached garage to exceed standard height and lot coverage limits, and another allows an inground pool to be installed with reduced yard setbacks.

• Approved height variance to 22 feet and capped total accessory structure coverage at 2,500 sq ft for 956 Eastwood Ave (3-1)
• Approved 20-foot rear yard and 5-foot side yard setback variances for an inground pool at 827 Bentley Place Blvd (4-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Excused Mr. Satterfield from the meeting (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review three site plan applications for signage and development at various addresses. Additionally, the City of Tallmadge has proposed an amendment to the zoning text regarding signs.

• Signage site plan review for 505 West Ave
• Site plan review for 2 East Ave/23 Southeast Ave (McDonalds Corp LLC)
• Site plan review for 280 Progress Blvd
• Proposed amendment to Zoning Text Title 08 regarding signs

The Commission approved site plan reviews and variances for a car wash, a new McDonald's build, and an operations expansion at 280 Progress Blvd. All three cases were passed with unanimous 4-0 votes.

• Approved signage variance for 505 West Ave to allow 71.34 sq ft of sign area (4-0)
• Approved new McDonald's build at 2 East Ave/23 Southeast Ave with 7 variances, including parking and signage (4-0)
• Approved operations expansion at 280 Progress Blvd, including a salt shed and parking variances (4-0)
• Adopted March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will elect 2023 officers and establish the annual meeting calendar. The board will also review a Certificate of Appropriateness application for a new building and accessories.

• Election of 2023 Officers
• Establishment of 2023 meeting calendar
• Certificate of Appropriateness application for new building and accessories at 2 East Ave/23 Southeast Ave

The board elected Darrell Ayres as Chair and Greg Chaplin as Vice Chair. The 2023 meeting calendar was updated to move the May 30 and December 26 meetings. A Certificate of Appropriateness application for a new McDonald's was discussed but no final vote was recorded in the minutes.

• Elected Darrell Ayres as Chair (3-0)
• Elected Greg Chaplin as Vice Chair (3-0)
• Approved June 28, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Adopted 2023 calendar moving May 30 to May 23 and Dec 26 to Dec 19 (3-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel matters. The main action is terminating the current police officer eligibility list, with updates on several other job positions also on the agenda.

• Terminate current Police Officer Eligibility List
• Updates on Technician I, General Laborer, Garage Mechanic, Mechanic Helper positions

The Commission approved the minutes from February 1, 2023, and voted to terminate the entry-level Police Officer Eligibility List from December 7, 2022. Officials provided updates on hiring processes for general laborers, firefighters, and the Police Chief position.

• Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Terminated entry-level Police Officer Eligibility List certified December 7, 2022

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider authorizing the mayor to contract with Johnson Control, Inc. for integrated security, software licenses, and related equipment, bypassing competitive bidding via the State Purchasing Program. The board will also adopt minutes from a prior meeting and handle any additional items.

• Authorize contract with Johnson Control, Inc. for security, software licenses, and equipment without competitive bidding
• Adoption of minutes from March 15, 2023

The Board approved the minutes from the March 15 meeting. A proposed contract with Johnson Control, Inc. for security and software was not decided upon due to a concern regarding the purchasing program and was deferred.

• Approved March 15 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled contract with Johnson Control, Inc. for integrated security and software licenses

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved a contract for economic development consulting services with inSITE Advisory Group, LLC. The agreement includes a $5,000 monthly retainer for an estimated 25 hours of work per month.

• Approved March 9th meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved contract with inSITE Advisory Group, LLC for economic development consulting (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on one case: a request by Sean Pocock for two variances to build a detached garage at 956 Eastwood Ave. The first variance would allow a 24-foot height instead of the 20-foot limit, and the second would allow 3,252 square feet of accessory structure coverage instead of the 2,500-square-foot limit. The board will also approve minutes from its February 14, 2023 meeting.

• Case No. 1079: 4-foot height variance for detached garage at 956 Eastwood Ave
• Case No. 1079: 752 sq ft lot coverage variance (to allow 3,252 sq ft total accessory structures)
• Public hearing with registration and written comments due by 3 pm on meeting day
• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2023 meeting

The Board discussed a request for height and square footage variances for a detached garage. No final decision was recorded in the minutes; the Board discussed potential compromises regarding the building's size and location.

• Approved February 14, 2023 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold its regular meeting, including an executive session on pending court action and property sale. The main business includes second readings of ordinances, notably a rezoning request for a martial arts studio, and first readings for contracts, grants, and demolitions. Public input is invited at the start and during public hearings.

• Rezoning 51 Southeast Ave from Industrial (I-1) to General Commercial (C-3) for GT Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Ord. 2023-34)
• Contract with inSITE Advisory Group for economic development consulting (Ord. 2023-36)
• Accepting ARPA First Responder Wellness Grant from Ohio EMA (Ord. 2023-38)
• Culvert and storm sewer replacement on Elton Dr. (Ord. 2023-39)
• Demolition of 735 Eastwood Ave and 89 East Howe Rd (Ord. 2023-40, 2023-41)

City Council adopted an ordinance to contract with inSITE Advisory Group for economic development services and accepted national opioid settlements. The board also approved funds for the demolition of 715 Eastwood Avenue and authorized the sale of obsolete city equipment.

• Approved contract with inSITE Advisory Group for economic development consulting (6-0)
• Accepted New National Opioid Settlements from Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart (6-0)
• Approved appropriation for demolition of 715 Eastwood Avenue (6-0)
• Approved sale of obsolete city vehicles and equipment at public auction (6-0)
• Adopted ARPA First Responder Wellness, Recruitment, Retention & Resiliency Grant at 1st reading (5-0-1)
• Adopted resolution urging federal and state protection against train derailments at 1st reading (6-0)
• Amended Ord. 2023-34 regarding rezoning of 51 Southeast Avenue (6-0)
• Accepted February financial reports (6-0)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control is meeting to consider two contracts: one for leasing or purchasing two Mack 5-ton dump trucks through the state purchasing program, and another with CemenTech, Inc. for the North Munroe Sidewalk Installation Program, with a base bid of $205,316.50. Both items are authorized by ordinances and are up for approval.

• Lease/purchase of two Mack 5-ton dump trucks via State Purchasing Program (Ord. 2023-33)
• Contract with CemenTech, Inc. for North Munroe Sidewalk Installation Program-2023, base bid $205,316.50 (Ord. 2023-3)

The Board of Control approved a contract for sidewalk installation and the lease/purchase of two dump truck chassis. The board also approved the minutes from the February 27th meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 27th meeting (5-0)
• Approved contract for lease/purchase of two Mack 5-ton dump truck chassis (5-0)
• Approved $205,316.50 contract with CemenTech, Inc. for North Munroe Sidewalk Installation Program-2023 (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the February 2, 2023 meeting. A zoning text amendment regarding signs was filed, and a zoning map amendment for 51 Southeast Ave was discussed.

• Adopted February 2, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss and potentially decide on a price change for youth golf classes and a new line dancing program proposal. The board will also review past event updates, staff updates, and monthly reports on membership, finances, and donation requests.

• Program Price Change – Youth Golf Classes
• New Program Proposal – Line Dancing
• TRC Membership Report
• TRC Financial Report
• TRC Donation Request Report

The Recreation Center Governing Board approved price changes for youth golf and established two new programs for pickleball tournaments and line dancing. The board also approved the meeting minutes from February 2, 2023.

• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved price changes for Youth Golf Classes (4-0)
• Approved new Pickleball Tournament program (4-0)
• Approved new 8-week Line Dancing session program (4-0)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control is meeting to adopt minutes from a prior session and to authorize the mayor to enter into a contract for the lease/purchase of a fire engine. The contract, valued at $916,865, would be made through the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and is authorized under Ordinance 2023-37.

• Authorize mayor to contract for fire engine lease/purchase for $916,865 via Sourcewell program
• Adoption of minutes from February 23, 2023 meeting

The Board of Control approved a contract with Atlantic Emergency Solutions for the lease/purchase of a fire engine. The purchase is being made through the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and will be financed through a bank lease.

• Approved February 23rd B.O.C. meeting minutes (5/0)
• Approved $889,838.50 contract with Atlantic Emergency Solutions for a fire engine (5/0)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold first readings on several ordinances, including a rezoning request for a property at 51 Southeast Avenue from Industrial to General Commercial for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu studio, and authorizations for contracts and grants. The meeting also includes public input, a presentation on Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and a certificate of appreciation.

• Ord. 2023-34: Rezone 51 Southeast Ave (Parcel 6000098, ~0.3884 acres) from I-1 to C-3 for GT Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, with public hearing on 4-13-23
• Ord. 2023-30: Apply for and accept Safety Intervention Grant from Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation
• Ord. 2023-31: Advertise bids for playground safety surfacing and new swing set at Memorial Park Playground
• Ord. 2023-33: Lease/purchase two Mack 5-ton dump truck cabs and chassis through State Purchasing Program
• Ord. 2023-37: Lease/purchase a fire engine through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program

City Council approved several contracts for public service equipment, including a new fire engine and dump trucks. The body also passed a resolution supporting Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and approved a grant for safety interventions.

• Approved lease-purchase of fire engine for $912,000 (7-0)
• Approved lease-purchase of two Mack 5-ton dump truck cabs and chassis (7-0)
• Approved Safety Intervention Grant from Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (7-0)
• Approved contract for Memorial Park Playground safety surfacing and new swing set (7-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (7-0)
• Accepted 2022 donations to the City (7-0)
• Adopted February 9, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Investment Board

The Tallmadge Investment Board is meeting to approve minutes from December 2022 and ratify a $500,000 certificate of deposit purchase. The CD was bought from Tristate Capital Bank at 4.65% for 52 weeks, maturing February 15, 2024.

• Ratification of $500,000 CDARS purchase from Tristate Capital Bank at 4.65% for 52 weeks, maturing February 15, 2024
• Approval of December 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved five contracts for asphalt paving, pavement markings, concrete repair, court resurfacing, and building cleaning. One item regarding fertilization and weed control was struck from the agenda.

• Approved $642,075.50 asphalt paving contract with Cardinal Asphalt (5-0)
• Approved $97,666.11 pavement markings contract with JD Striping for night work (5-0)
• Approved $413,944.00 concrete maintenance and repair contract with CemenTech Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $98,959.00 tennis/pickleball court resurfacing contract with Perrin Asphalt (5-0)
• Approved $45,612.00 cleaning and maintenance contract with Janco Service Industries (5-0)
• Approved January 26th meeting minutes (5-0)

Community Improvement Corporation

The board approved the renewal of two leases on Northeast Avenue and reappointed its officers for 2023. The board also approved liability insurance policies and the 2022 year-end financial report.

• Reappointed Mayor Kline (President), Mike Carter (Vice-President), Don Pavlik (Treasurer), and appointed Andrea Kidder (Secretary) (8-0)
• Approved May 11, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved 2023 liability insurance for $309 and 2024 policy not to exceed $500 annually (8-0)
• Approved 2022 year-end financial report with closing cash balance of $181,343.12 (8-0)
• Approved lease renewal for 29 Northeast Avenue from City of Tallmadge to Tallmadge Grow CIC (8-0)
• Approved lease renewal for 333 Northeast Avenue from Tallmadge Grow CIC to Jet Pack (8-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request by John & Eric Wheeler for a lot split and consolidation at 1033 E Howe Rd. The applicants seek an 8-foot variance from the 10-foot minimum side yard setback to allow a 2-foot setback. The board will also elect 2023 officers and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Case No. 1078: Variance request for 8-foot reduction in side yard setback at 1033 E Howe Rd
• Election of 2023 officers
• Approval of minutes from December 13, 2022

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is meeting to consider a first reading of an ordinance authorizing the mayor to join the Community University Education Purchasing Council of Governments. The agenda also includes routine financial reports, fund transfers, and an executive session on pending litigation. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Ord. 2023-29 – Authorizing the Mayor to join the Community University Education Purchasing Council of Governments (first reading)
• Fire & EMS Fund transfer of $175,000
• Street Maintenance & Repair Fund transfer of $200,000
• Police Pension transfer of $75,000
• Executive session on pending litigation

City Council adopted an ordinance to join the Community University Education Purchasing Council of Governments. The body also accepted monthly financial reports and discussed emergency operations and police recruiting.

• Approved Ord. 2023-29 to join the Community University Education Purchasing Council of Governments (6-0)
• Accepted January Financial Reports (6-0)
• Adopted 1-26-23 Council meeting minutes (6-0)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main item of new business is a discussion of program changes to Maca birthday parties. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting, receive updates on past events and staff, and review monthly membership, financial, and donation reports.

• Program changes for Maca birthday parties
• Approval of December 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Past event updates and staff updates
• TRC membership, financial, and donation request reports

The Recreation Center Governing Board approved a proposal to remove food and drinks from Maca birthday party packages. The board also approved rate increases for the youth golf clinic to $65 for residents and $75 for non-residents.

• Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved eliminating food and drinks from Maca birthday parties (6-0)
• Approved youth golf clinic rates of $65 Resident and $75 Non Resident (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a zoning map amendment (Case PZ 23-02-01) to change 51 Southeast Ave from I-1 to C-3, requested by Todd Meighen for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu business, and a site plan review for signage at Bethel Church of Tallmadge (Case PZ 23-02-02). A public meeting for the zoning amendment is scheduled for March 2, 2023. The commission will also adopt minutes from January 5, 2023.

• Zoning map amendment (I-1 to C-3) for 51 Southeast Ave, applicant Todd Meighen for GT Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, public meeting March 2
• Site plan review for signage at Bethel Church of Tallmadge, 231 South Ave

The commission approved the minutes from the January 5, 2023 meeting. A zoning map amendment filing was noted, and a site plan review for signage was introduced for review.

• Adopted January 5, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission approved a modified process for recruiting and qualifying police officers to address urgent vacancies. The new process allows for the use of Govjobs.com and non-competitive examinations per ordinance 50-2019. A member of the Civil Service Commission must participate in the screening process.

• Approved minutes of the December 7, 2022 meeting
• Approved modified police officer recruiting and qualifying process based on Police Department documentation

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel matters, including reviewing applications for mechanic and laborer positions, receiving updates on police and firefighter eligibility lists, and discussing the upcoming replacement of the Police Chief. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Applications for Mechanic Helper/Mechanic and General Laborer/Technician I positions
• Update on Police Officer Eligibility List
• Update on Full-Time Firefighter Eligibility List
• Discussion on replacing Police Chief later in 2023
• Discussion on methods to fill current and future police officer positions

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 26, 2023, with a third reading of an ordinance amending a conditional zoning certificate for the Village at Town Center Phase 4, recommended for approval by the Planning & Zoning Committee. The council will also have first readings of several ordinances authorizing contracts for legal services, computer equipment, software, a tractor, and Community Center repairs, among other items. Public input is invited at the start of the meeting for non-agenda items.

• Ord. 2022-85: Amends conditional zoning certificate for Village at Town Center Phase 4 (Parcel 6000310, North Ave.; Parcels 6010466/6010467, 100 North Ave.) - 3rd reading, P&Z recommends approval 5-0
• Ord. 2023-19: Authorizes contract with Kastner Westman & Wilkins, LLC for legal/consulting services
• Ord. 2023-21: Authorizes contract with MNJ Technologies for computer equipment/software (State Purchasing Program)
• Ord. 2023-22: Authorizes purchase of Microsoft online subscription services
• Ord. 2023-26/27: Accepts insurance proceeds and authorizes emergency contract with Trident Restoration LLC for Community Center repairs

City Council approved an ordinance to allow the conversion of vacant retail and office space at Village at Town Center Phase 4 into senior apartments. The council also approved several administrative contracts for legal, IT, and maintenance services, as well as funding for Community Center repairs.

• Approved Ord. 2022-85 to allow senior housing at Village at Town Center Phase 4 (4-3)
• Approved Ord. 2023-19 for legal services from Kastner Westman & Wilkins, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Ord. 2023-21 for computer equipment from MNJ Technologies (7-0)
• Approved Ord. 2023-22 for Microsoft online subscription services (7-0)
• Approved Ord. 2023-23 for security software from Johnson Control, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved Ord. 2023-24 for computer equipment from Cadenza LLC (7-0)
• Approved Ord. 2023-25 for purchase of a tractor for cemetery and parks (7-0)
• Approved Ord. 2023-26 and 2023-27 for $219,000 in Community Center repairs via Trident Restoration LLC (7-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council held a special meeting to address the Richardson Trust Fund. The sole purpose of the session was to appropriate $5,000 into the fund for fiscal year 2023. The agenda consisted of procedural steps and this single financial action.

• Appropriation of $5,000 into the Richardson Trust Fund for fiscal year 2023

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider authorizing the mayor to enter into several contracts for engineering, consulting, insurance, and equipment purchases, as previously approved by ordinance. The agenda includes contracts with multiple firms for traffic, water, parks, and general engineering services, as well as the purchase of heart monitors and a tractor. The board will also consider accepting insurance proceeds and contracting for emergency repairs to the Community Center.

• Contract with Prime AE Group, Inc. for traffic engineering and consulting services
• Contract with CT Consultants for water system development engineering services
• Contract with Burgess & Niple, Inc. for engineering, planning, and zoning services
• Purchase of two heart monitors from Stryker for $58,888.20 without competitive bidding
• Purchase of a Steiner 450 Tractor for $51,132.00 through Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program

The Board of Control authorized several professional service contracts for engineering, legal, and insurance needs. The board also approved the purchase of medical equipment and a tractor, as well as emergency repairs for the Community Center.

• Approved contract with Prime AE Group, Inc. for traffic engineering (4/0)
• Approved contract with CT Consultants for water system development (4/0)
• Approved contract with Burgess & Niple, Inc. for water system and zoning services (4/0)
• Approved contract with GPD Group for general engineering (4/0)
• Approved contract with Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. for parks and recreation design (4/0)
• Approved contract with dms water solutions, co., llc. for water system development (4/0)
• Approved authorization to contract for city insurance policies (4/0)
• Approved $58,888.20 purchase of two heart monitors from Stryker (4/0)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 12, 2023, with a full agenda of first readings for numerous 2023 contracts and resolutions, a second reading of a zoning amendment, and several board appointments. The council will also review financial reports and adopt the previous meeting's minutes.

• Second reading of Ord. 2022-85, amending conditional zoning for Village at Town Center Phase 4 (Testa Enterprises/VTC Development, parcels on North Ave.)
• First readings for 2023 contracts: insurance, ODOT cooperative purchasing, pavement maintenance/marking, concrete, temporary labor, engineering services (Prime AE, CT Consultants, Burgess & Niple, GPD, Brandstetter Carroll, DMS Water), salt purchase, chip sealing, trucking/hauling
• Resolution to sell unneeded city property (vehicles/equipment) via auction in 2023
• Resolutions authorizing Portage and Summit County to advance 2022 tax payments
• Appointments to Richardson Trust Fund, Firefighters' Dependents Fund, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Veteran's Committee

Council adopted the 2023 meeting schedule and approved a series of administrative 'housekeeping' ordinances for insurance, engineering, and public works. The body also approved several board and commission appointments and advanced a zoning amendment for senior housing.

• Adopted 2023 meeting calendar (7-0)
• Approved appointments to Richardson Trust Fund, Firefighters’ Dependents Fund, Planning & Zoning, and Veteran’s Committee (7-0)
• Amended Ord. 2022-85 to allow conversion of vacant retail space to 14 senior housing units (6-1)
• Approved Ord. 2023-12 for city insurance policies (7-0)
• Approved Ord. 2023-16 for ODOT Cooperative Purchasing Program (7-0)
• Approved Ord. 2023-17 to sell obsolete municipal property via auction (7-0)
• Approved Ord. 2023-18 for purchase of two heart monitors (7-0)
• Approved multiple first-reading ordinances for pavement maintenance, concrete projects, and engineering services (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Tallmadge Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to amend a conditional use certificate for the Village at Town Center Phase 4 and part of Phase 1. The applicant is Testa Enterprises Inc, and the owner is VTC Development LLC. The commission will also elect 2023 officers and consider adoption of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for conditional zoning: Village at Town Center Phase 4 & amending partial Phase 1, 7:01 PM
• Applicant: Testa Enterprises Inc, Owner: VTC Development LLC
• Project address: Village of Town Center on North Ave (parcels 6000310, 6010466 & 6010467)
• Election of 2023 officers
• Adoption of minutes from December 1, 2022

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended that City Council approve a conditional zoning certificate for the Village at Town Center. The project includes a new 39-unit apartment building and the conversion of vacant commercial space into 15 additional apartments.

• Recommended approval of Case PZ 22-12-02 for Village at Town Center Phase 4 and Phase 1 amendments (5-0)
• Required applicant to complete a traffic impact study including the traffic circle
• Adopted December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)