Tallmadge public meetings in 2024

Investment Board

The Investment Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and ratify a specific financial investment. The board will review a purchase made with Tristate Capital Bank.

• Ratification of $500,000 CDARS purchase from Tristate Capital Bank at 4.02% for 52 weeks

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider authorizing two contracts: one for an HVAC heat exchanger through the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program (Ord. 2024-85), and another with Johnson Control, Inc. for integrated security equipment and software licenses without competitive bidding (Ord. 2024-24). The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes.

• Authorizing contract for HVAC heat exchanger via Sourcewell (Ord. 2024-85)
• Authorizing contract with Johnson Control, Inc. for integrated security and software (Ord. 2024-24)
• Adoption of minutes from November 14, 2024

The Board of Control approved two purchases: a new HVAC heat exchanger for $74,871.80 and replacement of 24 police station cameras for $22,838.00. Both were approved unanimously (3-0). The board also adopted the minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting.

• Approved $74,871.80 HVAC heat exchanger purchase via Sourcewell (3-0)
• Approved $22,838.00 police station camera replacement via Johnson Controls (3-0)
• Adopted November 14, 2024 Board of Control minutes (3-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission will meet to schedule a full-time firefighter/paramedic test for January 29, 2025, and receive updates on entry-level and lateral-entry police officer hiring. The commission will also conduct Technician I interviews and elect a chairman. No other substantive actions are listed on the agenda.

• Set date of January 29, 2025, for FT Firefighter/Paramedic test
• Update on Entry-Level and Lateral-Entry Police Officer hiring
• Technician I interviews scheduled
• Election of Commission Chairman

The Civil Service Commission approved the November 6, 2024 minutes and elected Helen Fire as Chairman for 2025. The commission discussed the status of police officer eligibility lists and scheduled a firefighter/paramedic exam for January 29, 2025. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Elected Helen Fire as Chairman for 2025 (motion by Naso, second by Kot, passed)

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council will hold public hearings for a 2025 budget ordinance and an ordinance establishing non-collective bargaining employee counts. The meeting includes first readings for multiple zoning map amendments and several proposed labor agreements.

• Public hearing for Ord. 2024-65 regarding the 2025 budget
• Public hearing for Ord. 2024-66 regarding non-collective bargaining employee numbers
• First readings for zoning map amendments and overlay districts for Northwest Avenue, West Avenue, Wright Road, and Southwest Avenue
• Proposed agreements with Teamsters Local 436, Tallmadge Part-time Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 2764, and F.O.P. Patrol Officers, Sergeants, and Lieutenants
• Financial reports including a $415,000 Fire & EMS fund transfer and $420,000 Street Maintenance & Repair fund transfer

Tallmadge City Council adopted the 2025 city budget (Ord. 2024-65) by a 6-0-1 vote, with Councilwoman Cipa abstaining. Council also approved contracts with the Teamsters Local 436 and the Tallmadge Part-time Firefighters Association, and confirmed Regeana Cochran to the Civil Service Commission. Several other ordinances were adopted, including a $70,000 HVAC heat exchanger purchase and a measure to provide non-bargaining employee wage increases.

• Adopted 2025 city budget (Ord. 2024-65) (6-0-1)
• Approved Teamsters Local 436 contract (Ord. 2024-73) (6-0-1)
• Approved Part-time Firefighters Association contract (Ord. 2024-74) (6-0-1)
• Confirmed Regeana Cochran to Civil Service Commission (6-0-1)
• Approved $70,000 HVAC heat exchanger purchase (Ord. 2024-85) (7-0)
• Adopted non-bargaining employee wage increase measure (Ord. 2024-86) (7-0)
• Approved 2025 Council meeting dates (7-0)
• Set re-organizational meeting for Jan. 9, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a single case regarding a lot split. The board will discuss whether to grant specific setback variances for a property on Eastwood Ave.

• Case No. 1098: Request for 4.6-foot side yard setback variance at 741 Eastwood Ave
• Case No. 1098: Request for 18-foot rear yard setback variance at 741 Eastwood Ave

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request for a lot split at 741 Eastwood Ave, allowing reduced side and rear yard setbacks for an existing structure. The board also approved the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes and the 2025 meeting calendar. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved variance for 5.4-foot side yard setback (10-foot required) at 741 Eastwood Ave (5-0)
• Approved variance for 7-foot rear yard setback (25-foot required) at 741 Eastwood Ave (5-0)
• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Board of Zoning Appeals meeting calendar (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and make a recommendation to City Council on a zoning map amendment and text amendment to create overlay districts along West Avenue and in the Neighborhood Center area. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from October 2024 and consideration of the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Case PZC-24-11-01: Amendment to Zoning Map with Text Amendment for West Avenue Overlay and Neighborhood Center Overlay, affecting parcels on West Avenue, Wright Road, Southwest Avenue, and Northwest Avenue
• Adoption of minutes from October 3, 2024
• 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting calendar for review

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend six ordinances to City Council that would create overlay districts along West Avenue, Wright Road, Southwest Avenue, and portions of Northwest Avenue, adding new permitted uses and design standards. The recommendations include a height transition zone and a density modification for multi-unit residential uses. Public comments raised concerns about traffic, property values, and development, but the commission approved the recommendations as presented.

• Recommended Ordinance 2024-78 (Certificate of Appropriateness) to Council (5-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 2024-79 (Neighborhood Center Overlay) with density change to 34,500 sf/acre (5-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 2024-80 (Neighborhood Center Overlay map for Northwest Ave) to Council (5-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 2024-81 (Neighborhood Center Overlay map for West Ave, Wright Rd, Southwest Ave) to Council (5-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 2024-82 (West Avenue Overlay District) to Council (5-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 2024-83 (West Avenue Overlay map) to Council (5-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 2024-84 (Height Transition Zone) to Council (5-0)
• Approved 2025 meeting calendar with July 1 date change (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council meets for a regular session with second readings of the 2025 budget and personnel ordinances, and first readings of multiple labor agreements with Teamsters, firefighters, and police unions. The council will also consider appropriations for restrooms at Maca Park, a brownfield remediation grant for 892 Northwest Avenue, a water services agreement with Portage County, and approval of a liquor license for Aura The Himalayan Kitchen. Public hearings on the budget, personnel ordinance, and recreation fee changes are set for December 12. The meeting includes an executive session on collective bargaining and pending litigation.

• Second reading of 2025 budget (Ord. 2024-65) with public hearing Dec. 12
• First readings of labor agreements with Teamsters Local 436, Part-time Firefighters, IAFF Local 2764, and two FOP units (Ord. 2024-73 through 2024-77)
• Appropriation of funds for restroom construction at Maca Park (Ord. 2024-71)
• Authorization to apply for brownfield remediation grant for 892 Northwest Avenue (Ord. 2024-72)
• Liquor license approval for Aura The Himalayan Kitchen, 12 Tallmadge Circle

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to review a contract for restroom construction and a purchase order reconciliation for paving. One item is pending council approval.

• Change Order #2 to Cardinal Asphalt Company, Inc. for Asphalt Paving Program-2024 (decrease of $29,475.62; contract total $1,059,300.83)
• Contract with Hummel Construction Company for Maca Park Restrooms-2024 (base bid $449,000)

Investment Board

The Investment Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and ratify a specific financial purchase. The board is reviewing a certificate of deposit investment made in October.

• Ratification of $5,000,000 CDARS purchase from Huntington National Bank maturing in 52-weeks at 3.95%

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests at its November 12, 2024 meeting. Case 1096 requests a 7-foot variance from the 10-foot minimum side yard setback to allow a 3-foot setback for an accessory structure at 655 North Avenue. Case 1097 requests an 822-square-foot variance to allow accessory structures totaling 1,472 square feet at 261 Barnes Drive, exceeding the 60% limit of principal use gross floor area.

• Case No. 1096 – Variance for side yard setback at 655 North Avenue (Justin Lilly, applicant/owner)
• Case No. 1097 – Variance for accessory structure size at 261 Barnes Drive (Bruce & Lori Brown, applicant/owners)
• Public hearing procedures and registration deadline of 3 pm on meeting day
• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The November 7, 2024 regular meeting of the Tallmadge Planning & Zoning Commission has been cancelled because no applications were received for review. A future public meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2024 to consider a proposed amendment to the Zoning Map and text for overlay districts along West Avenue and Northwest Avenue.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of applications
• Case PZC-24-11-01: Proposed amendment to Zoning Map with text amendment for West Avenue Overlay and Neighborhood Center Overlay
• Public meeting set for December 5, 2024 for the overlay district mapping
• Parcels affected: those abutting West Avenue and the south side of Northwest Avenue from Historic Tallmadge Circle to W Overdale Dr

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board will consider approval of October meeting minutes, hear updates on past events and staff, and discuss price changes for Maca Aquatic Center daily admissions and non-profit meeting rental rates. The board will also receive monthly reports on membership, finances, and donation requests.

• Approval of minutes from October 3, 2024 meeting
• Updates on past events and staff
• Council Grid price changes for Maca Aquatic Center daily admissions
• Council Grid price changes for Tallmadge non-profit meeting rental rate
• Monthly reports: membership, financial, donation requests

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider certifying entry-level and lateral-entry police officer eligibility lists at this meeting. These certifications are procedural steps to establish qualified candidate pools for hiring.

• Certify Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Certify Lateral-Entry Police Officer Eligibility List

City Council Special Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is holding a special meeting to receive the presentation of the 2025 budget from the Director of Administration. The agenda includes opening remarks by the Mayor and council questions. No other action items are listed.

• Ord. 2024-65: Presentation of 2025 Budget by Director of Administration Joe Ignazzitto

City Council Special Meeting

This special joint work session between Tallmadge City Council and the Planning & Zoning Commission focuses on a presentation about West Avenue's role in redevelopment. The meeting includes a presentation by Sean Joyce of InSITE Advisory Group followed by discussion and community input. No votes or decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion-only session.

• Presentation: 'Why West Avenue is Key to Re-development' by Sean Joyce, InSITE Advisory Group
• Joint work session with City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission
• Community input period for public comments
• Overview by Planning & Zoning Manager Helene Hussing

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will conduct first readings of several ordinances, including the 2025 budget (Ord. 2024-65), recreational facility fee adjustments (Ord. 2024-67), and a personnel ordinance setting non-collective bargaining positions (Ord. 2024-66). Public hearings on these items are scheduled for December 12, 2024. The meeting also includes reports from administrative officers and committees, with no public hearings or financial reports on the agenda.

• First reading of Ord. 2024-65 adopting the 2025 city budget and appropriating funds
• First reading of Ord. 2024-67 amending rates and fees for all recreational facilities
• First reading of Ord. 2024-68 expressing intent to sell unneeded vehicles and equipment
• First reading of Ord. 2024-66 establishing non-collective bargaining employee numbers by department
• Community input period at start of meeting and written comment option by 3 p.m. day of meeting

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider two change orders for the 2024 Asphalt Paving Program. The board will also review authorization for a public land mowing and care contract.

• Change Order #1 to Cardinal Asphalt Company, Inc. for $15,700.00
• Change Order #2 to Cardinal Asphalt Company, Inc. for a decrease of $13,775.62
• Contract with ESK Landscaping for Mowing & Care of Public Land-2024 at an average of $7,035.67 per mow

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission will discuss the interview process for a Technician I position, the police agility test, certification of a General Laborer eligibility list, and a draft ordinance for non-collective bargaining units.

• Interview process for Technician I position
• Police Agility Test discussion
• Certification of General Laborer Eligibility List
• Non-Collective Bargaining Unit Draft Ordinance

Investment Board

The Investment Board is meeting to approve minutes from August 8, 2024. The board will also ratify two specific certificate of deposit (CDARS) purchases made in early October.

• Ratification of $1,000,000 CDARS from Huntington National Bank at 3.80% for 52 weeks
• Ratification of $500,000 CDARS from TriState Capital Bank at 3.16% for 2 years

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 10, 2024, including third reading of an ordinance authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with Summit County for job creation and tax revenue sharing. First readings include ordinances appropriating funds for park repairs and water purchase, accepting an EMS grant, and a resolution certifying tax levies. Financial reports show transfers totaling $837,500 across fire, street, bond, and police pension funds.

• Third reading of Ord. 2024-57: MOU with Summit County for job creation and tax revenue sharing
• First reading of Ord. 2024-62: additional appropriation for park repairs
• First reading of Ord. 2024-63: additional appropriation for purchase of water
• First reading of Ord. 2024-64: acceptance of 2024-2025 Ohio EMS Priority One Training and Equipment Grant
• Res. 2024-7: accepting Summit County Budget Commission rates and certifying tax levies

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board will consider multiple price changes for recreation programs and facility rentals. Old business includes updates on past events and staff. New business includes proposed fee adjustments for summer camp, parent date night, Lego club, forfeit fee, softball league, sports admissions, 7-day free trial, new instructor class pass, Maca Aquatic Center rates, private rental rates, and court rentals. The board will also review monthly reports on membership, finances, and donation requests.

• Proposed price changes for Summer Camp, Parent Date Night, and Lego Club
• New forfeit fee for programs
• Maca Aquatic Center rate adjustments and new private rental rates
• New Instructor Class Pass and changes to 7-Day Free Trial
• Updated rental rates for basketball courts, soccer fields, and racquetball courts

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider and potentially approve Case PZC-24-14, a site plan review for FMD Architects on behalf of Pyramid Holdings LLC, for property located on S Thomas Rd. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and other routine procedural items.

• Case PZC-24-14: Site plan review for Pyramid Holdings LLC at PN 6006370 on S Thomas Rd

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold two public hearings: one on rezoning 8.03 acres at 683 and 695 North Avenue from R-3 to R-1 for Living City Farms LLC, and another on amending the zoning code to regulate adult-use cannabis and medical marijuana operators. The council will also give second reading to a memorandum of understanding with Summit County for job creation and tax revenue sharing, and first reading to an ordinance authorizing bids for city-wide trash and recycling collection. Certificates of recognition will be presented to the deputy fire chief and a community member.

• Public hearing on rezoning 683 and 695 North Avenue (approx. 8.03 acres) from R-3 to R-1 for Living City Farms LLC
• Public hearing on amending Part Eleven of zoning code to add regulations for adult-use cannabis and medical marijuana operators
• Second reading of Ord. 2024-57 authorizing a job creation and tax revenue sharing MOU with Summit County
• First reading of Ord. 2024-61 authorizing bids for city-wide trash and recycling collection contract
• Recognition of Deputy Fire Chief Benjamin D. Stasik and Tobi Battista with certificates

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to review the adoption of previous minutes and authorize a contract for engineering services. The primary focus is the roundabout at Northeast Avenue (SR 261) and Middlebury Road.

• Contract with AECOM for engineering services for Northeast Avenue (SR 261) and Middlebury Road Roundabout

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to determine if a Certificate of Appropriateness should be granted for a recognized heritage structure. The board will review a proposal for exterior roof alterations.

• Case ARB 24-6: Exterior alteration of the roof at 718 Northeast Avenue

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation will review financial statements and year-end reports. The board will also discuss properties at 12 Southwest Avenue and 111 West Avenue, as well as potential new members.

• Approval of April 30, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Year-End Financial Report
• Discussion regarding 12 Southwest Avenue
• Discussion regarding 111 West Avenue
• Discussion of new members

The Tallmadge Grow (CIC) board approved the April 30, 2024 meeting minutes and the financial statements, both by 6-0 votes. The board also voted 6-0 to add Kim Polatas as a trustee, increasing the board size from 8 to 10 members. The president reported that the tenant at 12 Southwest (Common Ground) vacated due to mold, and the building at 111 West Avenue will be vacated by December 31, 2024, with the North American Indian Foundation's rental income ending. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 30, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted financial statements (6-0)
• Approved adding Kim Polatas as trustee (6-0)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will vote on rejecting bids for Maca Pool Restrooms, approving a snow removal contract with Todd’s Enviroscapes, a change order for cameras at the Rec Center, and a multi-year computer equipment contract with Ohio State University. All items involve public spending or project adjustments.

• Rejection of all three bids for Maca Pool Restrooms because they exceeded engineer’s estimate by more than 10% to 20%
• Contract with Todd’s Enviroscapes, Inc. for snow removal at $1,368 per occurrence and salting at $933 per occurrence, with a yearly base bid of $57,525 plus $3,827.60 for GPS system
• Change Order #1 to Johnson Control for 6 additional cameras at the Rec Center, cost $20,926
• Contract with Ohio State University for VMWare computer equipment, software licenses, and related equipment, totaling $74,963.20 over five years

The Board of Control unanimously rejected all three bids for the Maca Pool Restrooms project because they exceeded the engineer's estimate and available appropriation. The Board also approved a snow removal contract with Todd's Enviroscapes, Inc., a change order for additional Rec Center cameras, and a computer equipment purchase from Ohio State University.

• Rejected all bids for Maca Pool Restrooms (5-0)
• Approved snow removal contract with Todd's Enviroscapes, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 to Johnson Control for 6 Rec Center cameras at $20,926.00 (5-0)
• Approved VMWare computer equipment purchase from Ohio State University for $74,963.20 over 5 years (5-0)
• Adopted minutes of August 8, 2024 B.O.C. meeting (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold second readings of ordinances including a rezoning for Living City Farms at 683 and 695 North Avenue and a cannabis zoning update. First readings include a drainage emergency contract on Perry and S. Munroe roads, a grant application for chloride reduction, and a computer equipment purchase. A presentation on the school district's permanent improvement levy is also scheduled.

• Ord. 2024-54: Rezone 683 and 695 North Avenue (8.03 acres) from R-3 to R-1 for Living City Farms; public hearing set for 9/26/24.
• Ord. 2024-55: Update cannabis zoning regulations and repeal medical marijuana chapter; public hearing 9/26/24.
• Ord. 2024-59: Emergency contract with Cementech Inc. for Perry Road and S. Munroe Road drainage pipe repair (no dollar amount listed).
• Ord. 2024-56: Authorize application for H2Ohio Chloride Reduction Grant through Ohio EPA.
• Res. 2024-5: Declare September 2024 as National Preparedness Month in Tallmadge.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two variance requests regarding yard setbacks for a garage and a shed. These decisions determine if owners can build structures closer to property lines than standard zoning laws allow.

• Case No. 1094: Request for 12-foot rear yard setback variance for a detached garage at 396 Washburn Rd
• Case No. 1095: Request for 20-foot rear yard and 5-foot side yard setback variances for a shed at 1136 Nandor Dr

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review two items for recommendation to City Council: a zoning map amendment to reclassify two properties at 683 and 695 North Avenue from R-3 to R-1, and a text amendment to Zoning Code Section 1104 and Appendix A regarding adult and medical use cannabis. Both items are for review and recommendation only; no final decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Case PZC-24-13: Amendment to Zoning Map (R-3 to R-1) for 695 North Ave and 683 North Ave, applicant Brady Bissonette, Good Place Holdings
• Case PZ-24-08-01: Amendment to Zoning Code Text – adult and medical use cannabis, applicant City of Tallmadge
• Adoption of minutes from August 1, 2024

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 3-0 to recommend City Council approve rezoning two parcels at 695 and 683 North Ave from R-3 to R-1 for Living City Farms, a vegetable farm. The recommendation includes 11 conditions, such as limiting accessory structures to 8,000 square feet, allowing hoop houses 20 feet from the side property line, and requiring special event permits. The commission also discussed but took no action on a proposed zoning code text amendment for adult-use cannabis.

• Recommended rezoning 695 & 683 North Ave from R-3 to R-1 for Living City Farms (3-0)
• Approved 11 conditions including 8,000 sq ft accessory structure limit and 20-ft hoop house setback
• Approved unpaved parking and loading spaces for the farm
• Required special events to comply with city code sections 1104.09 C(1) and 1104.07 E(15)ii
• Discussed adult-use cannabis zoning text amendment; no vote taken

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will vote to certify eligibility lists for General Laborer and Technician I positions and to approve the National Testing Network for police officer hiring along with updated Cooper Standards for physical fitness testing. The meeting includes routine roll call, minutes, and correspondence.

• Certify General Laborer & Technician I eligibility lists
• Approve National Testing Network for police officer hiring
• Approve updated Cooper Standards for physical fitness testing

The Civil Service Commission certified the Technician I Eligibility List based on the August 28 test, where all three candidates passed. They also approved using The National Testing Network for the police department's written entrance exam. Both motions passed unanimously with no discussion.

• Certified Technician I Eligibility List (unanimous)
• Approved The National Testing Network for police written exam (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to determine if a Certificate of Appropriateness should be granted for signage at 12 Tallmadge Cir. The application was submitted by Rudra Baniya for owner TJ Circle One LLC.

• Review of signage Certificate of Appropriateness for 12 Tallmadge Cir (Case ARB 24-4)

City Council Regular Meeting

Council will hold first readings of two ordinances: one rezoning two parcels on North Avenue from R-3 to R-1, and another amending the zoning code to regulate adult use cannabis and medical marijuana operators, repealing existing Chapter 766. A public hearing for both is set for September 26, 2024. Also, a certificate of appreciation will be presented to Girl Scout troop leaders.

• First reading of Ord. 2024-54: rezoning 683 and 695 North Avenue from R-3 to R-1 and approving General Development Plan (public hearing 9-26-24)
• First reading of Ord. 2024-55: amending zoning code for adult use cannabis and medical marijuana operators, repealing Chapter 766 (public hearing 9-26-24)
• Presentation of Certificate of Appreciation to Girl Scout Troop Leaders Erin Oliver and Sarah Knowles
• Adoption of August 8, 2024 council meeting minutes
• Financial reports (boilerplate item)

The Tallmadge City Council meeting on August 22, 2024, was largely procedural, with the only formal action being the unanimous adoption of the previous meeting's minutes. The majority of the meeting was dedicated to community input, where multiple residents from Penn Wood Drive expressed concerns about squatters at 825 Penn Wood Drive, a property owned by Open Door. City officials explained that the property owner must take legal action, such as filing an eviction, and that the city is limited in what it can do. No formal decisions were made regarding this issue.

• Adopted 8-8-24 Council meeting minutes (6-0)
• Heard community input on squatters at 825 Penn Wood Drive; no action taken
• Discussed potential ordinance requiring licensed agent for property showings; no action taken
• Noted Perry Road culvert failure; full road closure and re-appropriation planned

Investment Board

The Tallmadge Investment Board will meet to ratify the purchase of a $500,000 CDARS from Huntington National Bank, maturing in 52 weeks at a 5.13% rate, which was executed on July 18, 2024. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and adjournment.

• Ratification of a $500,000 CDARS purchase from Huntington National Bank at 5.13% for 52 weeks

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 8, 2024, to review financial reports including $597,500 in fund transfers and conduct a third reading of a resolution supporting Amtrak expansion. No public hearings are scheduled. Public comments may be submitted before the meeting.

• Third reading of Res. 2024-3: resolution expressing support for Amtrak expansion in the Akron-Canton region
• Fire & EMS Fund transfer of $255,000, Street Maintenance & Repair Fund transfer of $255,000, and Police Pension transfer of $87,500 (reported)
• July financial reports including revenue, appropriations, and Recreation Center profit/loss
• Income tax comparisons and consolidated investment portfolio for period ending July 31, 2024
• Council committee reports on planning/zoning, finance, personnel, safety, community issues, and public service

The Tallmadge City Council voted 3-4 to reject Resolution 2024-3, which expressed support for Amtrak service expansion in the Akron-Canton region. The vote followed extensive discussion about potential costs, routing, and benefits. All other business was routine, including adoption of previous minutes and financial reports.

• Rejected Res. 2024-3 supporting Amtrak expansion (3-4)
• Adopted 7-25-24 Council meeting minutes (7-0)
• Accepted July financial reports (7-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider approving Change Order #3 for concrete maintenance, reducing the contract by $35,313.30 to a new total of $440,107.45. The board will also authorize rejection of the sole bid received for repairs to Tallmadge Fire Station #1, as it exceeded the engineer's estimate by over 20%. The meeting includes adoption of the July 11, 2024 minutes and any additional items.

• Approval of Change Order #3 with Don Wartko Construction, Inc., decreasing contract by $35,313.30 to $440,107.45 for concrete maintenance (Ord. 2024-3)
• Authorization to reject the single bid for Misc. Repairs & Remodeling of Tallmadge Fire Station #1 per Ohio Revised Code 153.12 (bid >120% of engineer's estimate)
• Adoption of minutes from July 11, 2024 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a site plan for new construction at 229 E Howe Rd. The body will also receive filings for a zoning map amendment and a zoning code text amendment regarding cannabis.

• Site plan review for new construction at 229 E Howe Rd (Case PZC-24-12)
• Filing for zoning map amendment from R-3 to R-1 at 695 and 683 North Ave (Case PZC-24-13)
• Filing for zoning code text amendment regarding adult and medical use cannabis (Case PZ-24-08-01)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Governing Board is meeting to discuss pricing updates for basketball tournaments and several new program proposals. The board will also review monthly membership, financial, and donation request reports.

• Program price change for basketball tournaments
• Proposal for 3 on 3 basketball tournaments
• Proposal for kids art classes
• Proposal for cookie decorating, crochet, and mahjong classes

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board approved a price increase for one-day basketball tournaments from $200 to $275, along with several new program proposals including 3-on-3 basketball tournaments, kids art classes, cookie decorating, crochet, and mahjong classes. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The board also approved the minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of July 11, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved basketball tournament fee increase from $200 to $275 (5-0)
• Approved new 3-on-3 basketball tournament program (5-0)
• Approved new kids art classes program (5-0)
• Approved new cookie decorating class program (5-0)
• Approved new crochet class program (5-0)
• Approved new mahjong class program (5-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider a single case: an application for exclusion of a recognized heritage structure at 243 S Munroe Rd. The board will review and determine whether to grant the exclusion.

• Case ARB 24-5: Joshua Bengston seeks exclusion for a recognized heritage structure at 243 S Munroe Rd

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council will review a conditional zoning certificate for an automotive filling station and discuss the sale of obsolete city vehicles. The body is also considering funding for Round River Consulting, LLC and a resolution supporting Amtrak expansion.

• Ord. 2024-48: Conditional zoning for Sheetz, Inc. at 592 S. Munroe Road and adjacent parcels
• Ord. 2024-53: Intent to sell unneeded, obsolete, or unfit vehicles and equipment
• Ord. 2024-50: Appropriation of funds for Round River Consulting, LLC
• Res. 2024-3: Expression of support for Amtrak service expansion in the Akron-Canton region
• Res. 2024-4: Congratulating the Tallmadge Blue Devils Wheelchair Basketball Team

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will review several ordinances, including zoning for a Sheetz automotive filling station and restroom construction at Maca Park. The meeting also includes discussions on funding for Round River Consulting, LLC and a juvenile diversion program agreement with Summit County.

• Ord. 2024-48: Conditional zoning for a Sheetz, Inc. automotive filling station
• Ord. 2024-52: Authorization for restroom construction at Maca Park
• Ord. 2024-50: Appropriation of funds for Round River Consulting, LLC
• Ord. 2024-51: Agreement with Summit County for a juvenile diversion program
• Res. 2024-3: Support for Amtrak service expansion in the Akron-Canton region

Board of Control

The Board of Control will meet to adopt minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes consideration of a change order for concrete maintenance and repair work.

• Change Order #2 for Concrete Maintenance & Repair with Don Wartko Construction, Inc. ($8,914.75 increase; new total $475,420.75)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board will discuss price changes for several youth and adult programs. The meeting also includes a proposal for new Rookie Sports Club leagues. Monthly membership, financial, and donation reports will be presented.

• Price changes for Youth Ballet, Pickleball, Line Dancing, Flag Football, Adult Softball, and Rookie Sports Club Classes
• New program proposal for Rookie Sports Club Leagues
• Review of TRC membership, financial, and donation request reports

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to review minutes and correspondence. The commission is scheduled to certify the full-time firefighter/paramedic eligibility list.

• Certification of Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will review several ordinances regarding local land use and public safety. Items include a conditional zoning certificate for a Sheetz location and the extension of a cannabis operator moratorium. The council will also consider plans for county hazard mitigation and 9-1-1 services.

• Public hearing to extend the cannabis operator zoning moratorium (Ord. 2024-44)
• Conditional zoning for Sheetz, Inc. at 592 S. Munroe Road and Southeast Ave (Ord. 2024-48)
• Appropriation of funds for the demolition of 1128 Woods Drive (Ord. 2024-49)
• Adoption of the Summit County Hazard Mitigation Plan (Ord. 2024-45)
• Adoption of the Summit County 9-1-1 Plan (Ord. 2024-46)

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider several change orders for ongoing construction projects. This includes price adjustments for Howe Road Park Improvements Phase 2 and a time extension for concrete maintenance. The board will also review a contract for security software and equipment.

• Contract with Johnson Control, Inc. for integrated security, software licenses, and equipment
• Change Order #1 to Don Wartko Construction, Inc. for a 14-day extension of concrete repairs
• Four change orders involving price increases and decreases for Howe Road Park Improvements Phase 2

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review a certificate of appropriateness regarding signage. This application concerns the property located at 18 Tallmadge Circle.

• Signage review for Altieri’s Pizza (18 Tallmadge Circle)
• Approval of January 30, 2024, meeting minutes

Investment Board

The Investment Board will review the minutes from the February 22, 2024 meeting and ratify two CDARS purchases. These items involve investments with Huntington National Bank and Tri-State Capital Bank.

• $500,000 CDARS purchase from Huntington National Bank at 5.00%
• $1 million CDARS purchase from Tri-State Capital Bank at 4.78%
• Approval of February 22, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will review financial reports and consider several ordinances. Items include authorizing bids for Fire Station 1 repairs and extending the moratorium on cannabis zoning applications. The council will also vote on new members for the Property Maintenance Board.

• Bids for repairs and remodeling of Fire Station 1 at 85 W. Overdale Drive
• Extension of the moratorium on cannabis zoning applications
• Approval of the Summit County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Adoption of the Summit County 9-1-1 Plan
• Appointment of five members to the Property Maintenance Board

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to certify the Garage Mechanic eligibility list and discuss future police tests.

• Certify Garage Mechanic Eligibility List
• Discussion regarding future police tests

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request for a detached garage at 105 Southwest Ave. The applicant is requesting to reduce the minimum side yard setback from 10 feet to 3 feet. The board will also review the minutes from May 14, 2024.

• Case No. 1093: Side yard setback variance for a detached garage at 105 Southwest Ave
• Approval of May 14, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review a re-plat for Carmen Industrial Park and a preliminary plat for a major development. A conditional zoning filing for an automotive filling station on Southeast Avenue has been submitted, with a public hearing scheduled for July 1, 2024.

• Conditional zoning filing for an automotive filling station at 853 and 855-857 Southeast Ave
• RePlat review for Carmen Industrial Park (Lots 7 and 8)
• Preliminary plat review for a major development involving Overdale Investments LLC

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council meets May 23, 2024, with an executive session on pending litigation. The main business includes third readings on zoning department fee changes and fire station repairs, plus first readings on a hazardous materials training grant, a cannabis zoning moratorium extension, and a fiber optic cable maintenance agreement.

• Ord. 2024-36: Amends Ord. 109-2021 to change Zoning Department rates, charges, and fees (third reading)
• Ord. 2024-37: Authorizes bidding and contract for repairs/remodeling of Fire Station 1 at 85 W. Overdale Drive (third reading)
• Ord. 2024-43: Authorizes application for Hazardous Materials Training Grant through Ohio Public Utilities Commission (first reading)
• Ord. 2024-44: Extends moratorium on adult use cannabis operator zoning applications; public hearing set for 6-27-24 (first reading)
• Ord. 2024-42: Authorizes intergovernmental agreement with Summit County for maintenance of vaults and fiber optic cables (Juvenile Court to PSAP Run) (first reading)

Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Housing Council

The Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council will consider appointments to fill community and city representative positions, review the April 2023 annual meeting minutes, and discuss the CRA tax abatement program, including a list of active projects in Summit and Portage counties. No appeals are scheduled. The next annual meeting is tentatively set for January 29, 2025.

• Appointment of Mollie Gilbride as Community Representative (term ending Dec 31, 2026)
• Reappointment of Scott Prior as Community Representative (term ending Dec 31, 2026)
• Mayor Kilway replaced Mayor Kline as City Representative (term ending Dec 31, 2024)
• City Council appointed Jonathon Bollas and Donald Pavlik as Council Representatives
• Review of CRA tax abatement projects, including Tallmadge Senior Living, TJ Circle, and others

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests related to existing structures and pools. The board will consider whether to grant variances from setback requirements for properties on Greenbriar Dr, W Garwood Dr, and Fox Ridge Way. This is a regular meeting with public comment opportunities.

• Case 1090: 261 Greenbriar Dr – five variances for pool, patio, deck, pump house (setbacks 0.6–37.3 ft)
• Case 1091: 89 W Garwood Dr – two variances for above-ground pool (rear setback to 5 ft, side setback to 5 ft)
• Case 1092: 34 Fox Ridge Way – one variance for in-ground pool (rear setback to 10 ft)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 9, 2024, with several financial transfers and reports on the agenda. The main business includes second readings of ordinances to amend zoning fees and authorize repairs to Fire Station 1, and first readings for contracts on snow removal, mowing, storm sewer work, and engineering for a roundabout. Public input is invited at the start for non-agenda items and during public hearings.

• Ord. 2024-36: Amends zoning department fees (second reading)
• Ord. 2024-37: Authorizes bids/contract for Fire Station 1 repairs at 85 W. Overdale Drive (second reading)
• Ord. 2024-38: Authorizes bids/contract for snow removal and salting services (first reading)
• Ord. 2024-39: Authorizes bids/contract for mowing and care of public land (first reading)
• Ord. 2024-40: Authorizes contract with TK Excavating for Elton Drive Storm Sewer Replacement (first reading)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider and likely approve several change orders for ongoing public works projects, including storm sewer replacement on Elton Avenue and road improvements on Howe Road. These change orders adjust contract amounts and extend timelines due to weather. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and may address additional items.

• Change Order #1 to TK Excavating & Grading for Elton Avenue Storm Sewer Replacement, increase of $13,122.10, total contract $60,399.52
• Change Order #2 to TK Excavating & Grading for Elton Avenue Storm Sewer Replacement, increase of $4,298.36, total contract $64,697.88
• Change Order #4 to ProQuality Demolition for demolition of 89 E Howe Road, 170-day extension to June 17, 2024
• Change Order #8 to Northeast Ohio Trenching Service for Howe Road Improvements Phase 2, increase of $2,427.88, total contract $783,784.75
• Change Order #9 to Northeast Ohio Trenching Service for Howe Road Improvements Phase 2, increase of $2,221.28, total contract $786,006.03

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Tallmadge Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review three agenda items: a signage site plan, a major development preliminary plat, and a new construction site plan. No pre-application items are listed. The commission will also adopt minutes from its April 4 meeting.

• Case PZC 24-6: Site plan review for signage at 124 West Ave, applicant Jeff Clark/Easy Sign Group, owner Serpentini Management II LLC
• Case PZC 24-7: Major development preliminary plat for parcels 6002830, 6010359, 6008919, applicant Mike Kendall/GBC Design, Inc., owner Overdale Investments LLC
• Case PZC 24-9: Site plan review for new construction at 4639 Crystal Pkwy, applicant Trevor Extine/Geis Companies, owner Brimfield Township OH (Lot 2) LLC

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to certify an eligibility list for Assistant Utilities Superintendent and to review upcoming tests for Garage Mechanic and Full-Time Firefighter Paramedic positions. The agenda also includes a report from the State Personnel Board of Review and other items for consideration.

• Certify Assistant Utilities Superintendent Eligibility List
• Review upcoming tests for Garage Mechanic
• Review upcoming tests for Full-Time Firefighter Paramedic
• State Personnel Board of Review Report

Community Improvement Corporation

The Community Improvement Corporation will consider the appointment of a trustee and review reports from the president and vice president. The meeting includes a presentation from inSITE Advisory Group and discussions on the Grant Program.

• Appointment of Christeen Parsons as trustee (April 30, 2024 to December 31, 2024)
• Presentation from inSITE Advisory Group
• Discussion of Tallmadge Welcomes You
• Discussion of Grant Program
• Approval of January 31, 2024 Annual and Regular Meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 25, 2024, with public input and reports from city officers and committees. The main items are first readings of two ordinances: one to amend zoning department fees (Ord. 2024-36) and another to authorize bidding and a contract for repairs to Fire Station 1 (Ord. 2024-37). No final votes are scheduled; these are first readings only.

• First reading of Ord. 2024-36 to amend zoning department rates, charges, and fees
• First reading of Ord. 2024-37 to authorize bids and contract for Fire Station 1 repairs at 85 W. Overdale Drive
• Public input period for items not on the agenda
• Approval of previous meeting minutes (04-11-24)
• Reports from city officers and standing committees

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 11, 2024, where it will consider first readings of two ordinances: one authorizing the purchase of Flock Cameras and a proprietary subscription (exempt from competitive bidding), and another expressing intent to sell unneeded, obsolete, or unfit vehicles. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, receiving financial reports, and a proposed appointment of a new Assistant Law Director. Public input is invited at the start of the meeting for non-agenda items.

• First reading of Ord. 2024-34: Authorizing agreement for Flock Cameras and proprietary subscription, exempt from competitive bidding
• First reading of Ord. 2024-35: Expressing intent to sell unneeded, obsolete, or unfit vehicles
• Appointment of Jordan E. Knabb as Assistant Law Director
• Fire & EMS Fund transfer of $255,000 and Street Maintenance & Repair Fund transfer of $255,000
• Financial reports for period ending 03-31-24, including Recreation Center profit/loss and income tax comparisons

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will meet to adopt minutes from March 21 and consider authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement for the purchase of Flock Cameras and a proprietary subscription, which is exempt from competitive bidding and authorized under Ord. 2024-34. The agenda is otherwise brief and procedural.

• Authorize Mayor to enter agreement for Flock Cameras and proprietary subscription (exempt from competitive bidding, per Ord. 2024-34)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two applications for a property at 449 West Ave: a variance from the riparian setback and a site plan review, both submitted by Anthony Cerny of Architectural Design Studios on behalf of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Enterprise Truck, with Max Auto Real Estate LLC as owner. The meeting also includes routine items like adopting minutes from February 1, 2024.

• Case PZC 24-3: Variance from the Riparian Setback for 449 West Ave (PN 6003940)
• Case PZC 24-2: Site Plan Review for 449 West Ave (PN 6003940)
• Applicant: Anthony Cerny, Architectural Design Studios, for Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Enterprise Truck
• Owner: Max Auto Real Estate LLC
• Adoption of minutes from February 1, 2024

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to certify an eligibility list for Garage Mechanic and to review an upcoming test for Assistant Utilities Superintendent. The agenda is otherwise routine, with roll call, minutes, and correspondence.

• Certify Garage Mechanic Eligibility List
• Review upcoming scheduled test for Assistant Utilities Superintendent

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider authorizing the mayor to sign two contracts without competitive bidding: one with Insite Advisory Group for economic development consulting, and another with Johnson Controls for integrated security systems and software. Both are tied to previously passed ordinances and include fund appropriations.

• Contract with Insite Advisory Group, LLC for economic development consulting (Ord. 2024-30)
• Contract with Johnson Control, Inc. for integrated security, software licenses, and equipment (Ord. 2024-24)
• Both contracts bypass competitive bidding via state purchasing program or Sourcewell

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is meeting to certify an eligibility list for Assistant Records Manager and to review upcoming tests for Garage Mechanic and Assistant Utilities Superintendent positions. The agenda is otherwise routine, with roll call, minutes, and correspondence.

• Certify Assistant Records Manager Eligibility List
• Review upcoming scheduled tests for Garage Mechanic
• Review upcoming scheduled tests for Assistant Utilities Superintendent

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 14, 2024, covering financial reports, a proclamation, a Civil Service Commission confirmation, and several ordinances. Key items include a third reading of a contract with Insite Advisory Group for economic development consulting and a first reading of a water tower maintenance contract with USG Water Solutions. The meeting also includes public input and committee reports.

• Fire & EMS Fund transfer of $255,000 and Street Maintenance & Repair Fund transfer of $255,000
• Ord 2024-30: Contract with Insite Advisory Group, LLC for economic development consulting without competitive bidding (third reading)
• Ord 2024-33: Multi-year asset management contract with USG Water Solutions for water tower on Alling Drive (first reading)
• Confirmation of Helen Fire to Civil Service Commission
• Presentation of Paul Warzinski Proclamation

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider authorizing the mayor to sign a multi-year contract with USG Water Solutions for renovation, maintenance, and inspection of the water tower on Alling Drive. The board will also adopt minutes from its February 22 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Authorize multi-year asset management contract with USG Water Solutions for water tower on Alling Drive
• Adoption of minutes from February 22, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on Case No. 1089, a lot split at 536 Washburn, where the applicant requests two front yard setback variances for existing structures. The board will also elect 2024 officers and hold a workshop on processes and procedures.

• Case No. 1089: 31.7-foot variance to allow 18.3-foot front yard setback (minimum is 50 feet)
• Case No. 1089: 9.1-foot variance to allow 40.9-foot front yard setback (minimum is 50 feet)
• Election of 2024 officers
• Workshop on process and procedures led by Law Director Raber

Planning & Zoning Commission

The March 7, 2024 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting is cancelled. The applicant requested to table two applications — a riparian setback variance and a site plan review for an Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Enterprise Truck project at 449 West Ave — to the April 4, 2024 PZC meeting.

• Meeting cancelled; cases tabled to April 4, 2024
• Case PZC 24-3: Variance from the Riparian Setback for 449 West Ave (PN 6003940)
• Case PZC 24-2: Site Plan Review for 449 West Ave (PN 6003940)
• Applicant: Anthony Cerny, Architectural Design Studios; Owner: Max Auto Real Estate LLC

Investment Board

The Tallmadge Investment Board is meeting to approve minutes from December 2023 and ratify a previously made purchase of a $500,000 CDARS from Tristate Capital Bank for 52 weeks at 4.60% interest. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive action being the ratification of this investment.

• Ratification of $500,000 CDARS purchase from Tristate Capital Bank, 52-week term at 4.60% rate, dated February 15, 2024

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is holding its regular meeting with several administrative reports and committee updates. Key items include a second reading of an ordinance to contract with Insite Advisory Group for economic development consulting, and first readings of ordinances to lease land from Tallmadge Lutheran Church and to apply for a Connecting Communities Planning Grant. The agenda also includes board confirmations and a police chief presentation.

• Ord 2024-30: Authorize contract with Insite Advisory Group, LLC for economic development consulting without competitive bidding
• Ord 2024-31: Lease approximately 1.555 acres of vacant land off East Avenue from Tallmadge Lutheran Church
• Ord 2024-32: Apply for and accept Connecting Communities Planning Grant
• Board confirmations: Matt Aliosi (Zoning Appeals), Jim Donovan and Jamie Rager (Architectural Review), David Kline (Civil Service)
• Presentation by Police Chief Bohon

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider approving several construction contracts, including a $1.07 million asphalt paving program, a $466,506 concrete maintenance contract, and a $67,883 pavement markings contract. They will also review a change order extending the Howe Road Park Improvements Phase 2 deadline to May 31, 2024, and a proposal for police towing services. These items are routine approvals of previously authorized projects.

• Change Order #7 to Howe Road Park Improvements Phase 2: 23-day extension to May 31, 2024
• Contract with Don Wartko Construction, Inc. for 2024 Concrete Maintenance & Repair: $466,506.00
• Contract with JD Striping & Services, Inc. for 2024 Pavement Markings: $67,883.45 (base and alternate)
• Contract with Cardinal Asphalt Company, Inc. for 2024 Asphalt Paving Program: $1,073,076.45
• Contract with TK Excavating for Elton Avenue Storm Sewer Replacement: $47,277.42

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a personnel ordinance, first readings on an economic development consulting contract, sign replacement on SR-261, and a grant application for drinking water. The agenda also includes routine financial reports and minutes approval.

• Public hearing on Ord 2024-15 establishing non-collective bargaining employee positions
• First reading of Ord 2024-30 authorizing contract with Insite Advisory Group, LLC for economic development consulting without competitive bidding
• First reading of Ord 2024-28 authorizing replacement of signs on SR-261
• First reading of Ord 2024-29 authorizing application for Ohio EPA DDAGW grant
• Financial reports include transfers of $255,000 to Fire & EMS, $255,000 to Street Maintenance, and $87,500 to Police Pension

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider several contract actions, including authorizing the mayor to contract with Kastner, Westman & Wilkins, LLC for legal services, and approving multiple change orders for demolition and trenching projects. These items are routine approvals of previously authorized projects.

• Authorize contract with Kastner, Westman & Wilkins, LLC for legal and consulting services (Ord. 2024-13)
• Change Order #3 to ProQuality Demolition: 123-day extension to May 1, 2024, for demolition at 89 E Howe Road (Ord. 2023-41)
• Change Order #4 to Northeast Ohio Trenching Service: +$10,000, total $781,394.62 (Ord. 2023-75)
• Change Order #5 to Northeast Ohio Trenching Service: +$5,376.25, total $786,770.87 (Ord. 2023-75)
• Change Order #6 to Northeast Ohio Trenching Service: +$14,586, total $801,356.87 (Ord. 2023-75)

City Council Special Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council, meeting as the Richardson Trust Fund Trustees, will review a summary of 2023 trust disbursements and consider approving a $5,000 appropriation to fund the Richardson Trust Account as set in the 2024 budget. This is a special meeting focused solely on trust fund business.

• Summary of 2023 Trust disbursements
• Approval to fund the Richardson Trust Account in the amount of $5,000 as appropriated in the 2024 budget

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss old and new business. The board will consider several new program proposals, including ballroom dance, charcuterie board, slime making, and a summer overnight event, as well as price changes for tennis lessons and pickleball tournaments. Monthly reports on membership, finances, and donations will also be presented.

• New program proposal: Ballroom Dance Classes
• New program proposal: Charcuterie Board Class
• New program proposal: Slime Making Class
• New program proposal: Summer Overnight at the Rec
• Program price changes: Tennis Lessons and Pickleball Tournament

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Tallmadge Planning & Zoning Commission will consider four cases: an extension for a McDonald's site plan, a riparian setback variance and site plan for Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and a site plan for StoreTek Engineering. All items are for review and approval.

• Case PZC 24-1: McDonald's extension of site plan approval at 23 Southeast Ave/2 East Ave
• Case PZC 24-3: Variance from riparian setback for Enterprise at 449 West Ave
• Case PZC 24-2: Site plan review for Enterprise at 449 West Ave
• Case PZC 24-4: Site plan review for StoreTek Engineering at 4566 Crystal Pkwy

Community Improvement Corporation

The Tallmadge Grow Community Improvement Corporation is holding its annual meeting. The body will elect executive officers and review the 2024 budget and conflict of interest policy.

• Election of President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary
• Approval of October 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of 2024 Budget
• Acknowledgement of 2024 Conflict of Interest Policy
• Determination of 2024 meeting dates

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will elect its 2024 officers and review a request for an extension of approval for a new building and accessories at 2 East Ave and 23 Southeast Ave. Following the main meeting, a workshop regarding processes and procedures will be held with the Law Director.

• Election of 2024 officers
• Extension of approval for new building and accessories at 2 East Ave/23 Southeast Ave
• Workshop on processes and procedures with Law Director Raber

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold a public hearing and third reading on a six-month moratorium on zoning applications for adult-use cannabis operators. The council will also introduce several ordinances authorizing contracts for technology, security, and infrastructure work, and will discuss 2024 meeting dates and appoint a Firefighters' Dependent Fund chairperson.

• Public hearing on 2023-103: six-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis zoning applications
• 2024-17: intent to sell unneeded municipal property via auction in 2024
• 2024-22: contract with MNJ Technologies for computer equipment and software
• 2024-23: purchase of Microsoft online subscription services
• 2024-26: replacement of culvert and storm sewer on Elton Drive

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider approving several contracts for insurance and engineering services, as well as two change orders for construction projects. These items were previously authorized by City Council ordinances. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.

• Change Order #1 to Cavanaugh Building Corp. for $1,166.35 (new total $85,166.35) for electrical service digging
• Change Order #3 to Northeast Ohio Trenching Services for $6,154.33 (new total $771,394.62) for four waterline valves
• Contract with CT Consultants for traffic engineering and water system consulting
• Contract with Burgess & Niple for water system, engineering, and planning services
• Contract with GPD Group for general engineering services

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 10, 2024, with a full agenda of first readings for ordinances and resolutions. Key items include authorizing contracts for insurance, salt and salt brine purchases, legal services, and towing services, as well as a second reading of a moratorium on adult-use cannabis zoning applications. The meeting also includes routine financial reports and public input opportunities.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-9 authorizing insurance policy contracts for the City
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-10 for salt and salt brine purchase through ODOT cooperative purchasing
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-16 authorizing a 5-year towing services contract for Safety forces
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-103 imposing a six-month moratorium on adult-use cannabis zoning applications
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-1 for pavement maintenance bids and contract

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will consider approving a one-year renewal of cleaning and maintenance services with Janco Service Industries, including a yearly increase of $1,344, and authorizing the mayor to contract for the lease/purchase of two Mack 5-ton dump truck cabs and chassis for $543,412.28 through the State Purchasing Program. The meeting also includes adoption of prior minutes and other routine items.

• 1-year renewal for Cleaning & Maintenance Services with Janco Service Industries, effective March 1, 2024 through February 28, 2025, with a yearly increase of $1,344
• Authorize Mayor to enter into contract for lease/purchase of two Mack 5-Ton Dump Truck Cabs and Chassis for $543,412.28 (authorized in Ord. 2023-33)

City Council Special Meeting

This is the City Council's annual organizational meeting. The council will elect a President and Vice President, assign committees, and make appointments to boards and funds, including the Richardson Trust Fund, Fire Fighters' Dependent Fund, Cost Containment Committee, and Community Reinvestment Board. No legislation or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Election of President of Council
• Election of Vice President of Council
• Appointment of Fire Fighters' Dependent Fund Secretary
• Appointment of two Firefighters to Fire Fighters' Dependent Fund (Sandy Ray and Brian White)
• Appointment of members to Community Reinvestment Board

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Tallmadge Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to elect 2024 officers and review a site plan application (Case PZC 23-1) from Testa Enterprises Inc. for the Village of Town Center on North Ave. No other applications or pre-applications are on the agenda.

• Election of 2024 officers
• Site plan review for Village of Town Center (parcels 600310, 6010466, 6010467)
• Applicant: Testa Enterprises Inc; Owner: VTC Development LLC