Tallmadge public meetings in 2025

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider approving Change Order #1, which raises the demolition contract for 111 West Ave by $22,400, bringing the total contract with Butcher & Sons, Inc. to $116,720. It will also authorize the Mayor to enter a contract to lease or purchase an EMS Squad Vehicle through the State Purchasing Program, subject to approval of Ordinance 2025-95. Routine items such as adoption of September 11, 2025 minutes are also on the agenda.

• Approve Change Order #1 to Butcher & Sons, Inc. for demolition of 111 West Ave, increasing contract by $22,400 to $116,720
• Authorize Mayor to contract for lease/purchase of an EMS Squad Vehicle via State Purchasing Program (pending Ordinance 2025-95)
• Adopt minutes from September 11, 2025 Board meeting

The Board adopted the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It approved Change Order #1 to Butcher & Sons, Inc., adding $22,400 to the demolition contract for 111 West Ave, also by a 5‑0 vote. The Board authorized the Mayor to contract for the lease/purchase of an EMS squad vehicle at a list price of $327,796, again with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopted August 28, 2025 BOC minutes (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 to Butcher & Sons, Inc. for $22,400 increase (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to contract for EMS squad vehicle lease/purchase at $327,796 (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council meeting will consider several third‑reading ordinances, including updates to the zoning code for vape and smoke shops. Council members will adopt the city’s operating budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026 and approve a conditional zoning certificate for the Burning Bush Church project at 23 Midway Plaza. Additional measures will authorize a contract for an EMS squad vehicle, fund police pension costs, and address other finance and public‑safety items.

• Ordinance 2025‑86: Amend Part Eleven of the Planning & Zoning Code to add vape‑shop and smoke‑shop use regulations.
• Ordinance 2025‑90: Grant a conditional zoning certificate to More Plaza LLC for the Burning Bush Church, 11,000 sq ft at 23 Midway Plaza.
• Ordinance 2025‑87: Adopt the city’s budget for fiscal year ending Dec 31 2026, appropriating funds for administration and transfers.
• Ordinance 2025‑95: Authorize the mayor to contract for the lease/purchase of an EMS squad vehicle via the state purchasing program.
• Ordinance 2025‑98: Approve additional appropriations for police pension costs in various city funds.

The council approved the city’s FY 2026 budget and a series of ordinances, including a zoning amendment for vape shops, a conditional zoning certificate for More Plaza LLC’s religious use, and additional funding for police pensions. They also accepted in‑kind donations from the Historical Society and the Tallmadge Marlins Swim Team, and appointed Christy Pierson as Assistant Law Director. All votes were unanimous 6‑0.

• Adopted FY 2026 budget (Ordinance 2025-87) – approved, 6-0
• Adopted zoning amendment adding vape shop use regulations (Ordinance 2025-86) – approved, 6-0
• Granted conditional zoning certificate to More Plaza LLC for Burning Bush Church (Ordinance 2025-90) – approved, 6-0
• Established non-collective bargaining employee numbers (Ordinance 2025-88) – approved, 6-0
• Accepted in-kind donations from Historical Society (Ordinance 2025-96) – approved, 6-0
• Appropriated additional funds for police pension costs (Ordinance 2025-98) – approved, 6-0
• Accepted in-kind donations from Tallmadge Marlins Swim Team (Ordinance 2025-99) – approved, 6-0
• Appointed Christy Pierson as Assistant Law Director – approved, 6-0

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board will meet to approve the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting, review old business items, and discuss a new program proposal for a floral design class. The board will also receive monthly reports on membership, finances, and donation requests. No final decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Approve minutes from November 6, 2025
• Review past event updates
• Consider new floral design class program proposal
• TRC membership report
• TRC financial report

The Recreation Center Governing Board adopted the minutes from the November 6 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved a new floral design class, to be held in the multipurpose room or community center, with a 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted November 6 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Floral Design Class program (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will consider several second‑reading ordinances, including the adoption of the city budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. It will also review a conditional zoning certificate for More Plaza LLC's Burning Bush Church and a zoning amendment adding vape and smoke shop regulations. A liquor‑license request for Crafty Steere LLC will be heard, and fund transfer motions for Fire & EMS and Street Maintenance will be presented.

• Ordinance 2025-87: adopting the FY 2026 city budget with appropriations and fund transfers
• Ordinance 2025-90: conditional zoning certificate for More Plaza LLC for Burning Bush Church, 11,000 sq ft at 23 Midway Plaza
• Ordinance 2025-86: amendment adding vape and smoke shop use regulations to the Planning and Zoning Code
• Liquor license request for Crafty Steere LLC, 100 North Avenue Suite 102 (permit classes C‑2, C‑1, D‑6)
• Fire & EMS Fund Transfer of $285,000 and Street Maintenance & Repair Transfer of $206,000

The council adopted the October 9, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 7-0 vote. It also approved the October 2025 financial reports by a 7-0 vote. A motion to not request a hearing on Crafty Steere LLC’s liquor license application was passed unanimously (7-0). Councilwoman Tracy Pletcher presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Renee Crighton.

• Adopted October 9, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved October 2025 financial reports (7-0)
• Waived hearing on Crafty Steere LLC liquor license request (7-0)
• Presented Certificate of Appreciation to Renee Crighton

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three cases requesting variances from the Tallmadge Code of Ordinances. These requests involve the size of detached garages and the height and orientation of a fence.

• Case No. 1112: Variance for 1,217 sq ft of accessory structures at 205 Barnes Dr.
• Case No. 1114: Variance for 1,434 sq ft of accessory structures at 243 East Ave.
• Case No. 1109: Variances for an 8-foot-high fence with the unfinished side facing adjacent property at PN 6009296 (Robin Ridge Condominium Association, Inc.).

The board voted unanimously to approve a variance for a detached garage at 243 East Ave, allowing 1,434 square feet of accessory structures (330 existing). It also approved a variance for an 8‑foot fence at property PN 6009296, permitting the unfinished side to face the adjacent property. Additionally, the board excused three members and adjourned the meeting, each with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved variance for detached garage at 243 East Ave – 1,434 sq ft total, 330 sq ft existing (3-0)
• Approved variance for 8‑foot fence at PN 6009296 – unfinished side facing adjacent property (3-0)
• Excused Mr. Satterfield, Mrs. Kuzior, and Mrs. McNeal (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review two items. First, a Conditional Use Certificate request for Burning Bush Church, owned by More Plaza LLC, at 23 Midway Plaza. Second, the City of Tallmadge will present an amendment to Zoning Code Section 1104 and Appendix A concerning smoke and vape establishments. The commission will make recommendations on both matters.

• Conditional Use Certificate for Burning Bush Church – applicant More Plaza LLC, address 23 Midway Plaza
• Amendment to Zoning Code Section 1104 and Appendix A – smoke and vape establishments, applicant City of Tallmadge

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board will review a council grid update that includes a proposed increase to the tournament fee. The board will also discuss a new program proposal for Tumble N Kids gymnastics classes. Additional agenda items cover old business updates, membership and financial reports, and a donation request before adjourning.

• Council Grid update: proposed tournament fee increase
• New program proposal: Tumble N Kids gymnastics classes
• Old business: past event updates
• TRC Membership Report
• TRC Financial Report

The Recreation Center Governing Board voted 5‑0 to raise tournament rental fees to $75 per day for two or fewer fields and $225 per day for three or more fields, adding a cleaning fee for porta‑johns at Kent Drive Field (except for Little League). The board also voted 5‑0 to start a Tumble N Kids gymnastics program, with a 70‑30 revenue split and a $150 equipment purchase. Both items were approved unanimously.

• Approved tournament rental fee increase to $75 for ≤2 fields and $225 for ≥3 fields, plus a porta‑john cleaning fee (5‑0)
• Approved Tumble N Kids gymnastics classes program, 70‑30 revenue split, $150 equipment cost (5‑0)
• Approved adoption of October 2, 2025 minutes (5‑0)

City Council Special Meeting

The council will hear a presentation of the 2026 city budget by Director of Administration Joe Ignazzitto. Council members may ask questions after the presentation. The meeting is a work session focused on budget matters.

• Ordinance 2025-87 – presentation of the 2026 city budget by Director Joe Ignazzitto

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will adopt the September 24, 2025 minutes and vote on the 2026 Civil Service Commission Grid. The body will also discuss the expiration of a Street Department non-competitive examination job posting and a Utilities Department request for a similar posting.

• Adoption of September 24, 2025 minutes
• Vote on 2026 Civil Service Commission Grid
• Discussion of expired Street Department job posting
• Utilities Department request for non-competitive examination job posting

The commission approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes by a 2‑0 vote. It then approved a non‑competitive examination for the open Utilities Department Technician I position, also by a 2‑0 vote. Finally, the commission approved the recommended changes to the 2026 Civil Service Commission grid, including title revisions and new part‑time positions, with a 2‑0 vote.

• Approved September 24, 2025 minutes (2/0)
• Approved non‑competitive exam for Utilities Dept Technician I (2/0)
• Approved 2026 civil service grid changes (title revisions, new part‑time receptionist, full‑time zoning inspector, auxiliary officer additions, etc.) (2/0)
• Adjourned meeting (2/0)

Architectural Review Board

The Tallmadge Architectural Review Board met on October 28, 2025 at 1:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The board considered agenda item ARB-25-7, a Certificate of Appropriateness submitted by Frank Casalinova of Friendly Fixer Builder for an addition and exterior alteration to a structure at 53 Northwest Avenue. The board will review the application and make a determination.

• Review Certificate of Appropriateness for addition and exterior alteration at 53 Northwest Ave (Applicant: Frank Casalinova, Friendly Fixer Builder)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will adopt the city budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026 and appropriate funds for various city services. It will also consider a contract with the City of Akron for water services, an application for a Federal Surface Transportation Block Grant for the State Route 91/Northmoreland Road project, and amendments to the zoning code for vape and smoke establishments. Additional items include a conditional zoning certificate for a new religious worship place at 23 Midway Plaza.

• Ordinance 2025-87 – adopts the 2026 city budget and appropriates funds for city operations (Sponsor: Mayor Kilway)
• Ordinance 2025-82 – authorizes the mayor to contract with the City of Akron for water services (Sponsor: Mayor Kilway)
• Ordinance 2025-89 – allows the mayor to apply for a Federal Surface Transportation Block Grant for the State Route 91/Northmoreland Road project (Sponsor: Director of Public Service Michael Rorar)
• Ordinance 2025-86 – amends the zoning code to add use regulations for vape and smoke establishments (Sponsor: Councilwoman Tracy Pletcher)
• Ordinance 2025-90 – grants a conditional zoning certificate to More Plaza LLC for Burning Bush Church, an 11,000‑sq‑ft religious place of worship at 23 Midway Plaza (Sponsor: Councilwoman Tracy Pletcher)

The council voted to adopt the minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Councilmember Pavlik, seconded by Rubino, and passed with a 6‑0 vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Adopted September 25, 2025 minutes (6-0)

Investment Board

The Investment Board will meet to ratify a bank purchase and discuss moving funds into a managed investment account.

• Ratification of $500,000 CDARS purchase from Huntington National Bank at 3.35% rate
• Proposed movement of $2 million into RedTree managed investment account

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will hear public comments and decide on four variance applications and one replat request. Applicants seek relief from fence placement rules, side‑yard and front‑yard setbacks, and a minimum lot‑width requirement. The board will consider each case in turn during the meeting.

• Case 1109 – Johnny Meyers requests a variance to let the unfinished side of a fence face the adjacent property.
• Case 1110 – KMF Car Wash LLC requests two variances: a 1‑ft‑8‑in side‑yard setback and an 86‑ft‑5‑in front build‑to‑line for a replat at 441 West Ave.
• Case 1111 – Kelli Boarman requests a variance to install a 6‑ft aluminum fence in the front‑yard setback at 72 Otoe Ave.
• Case 1106 – Darrell Ayres requests a 40‑ft variance to reduce the required 100‑ft minimum lot width to 60 ft at the street right of way for 541 East Ave.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variances: a 6‑foot aluminum fence at 72 Otoe Ave and a 60‑foot lot width at 541 East Ave, each by a 3‑0 vote. The Board also voted to postpone the first scheduled case to the next meeting, and approved the meeting minutes and member excuses. All actions were taken unanimously.

• Excused Mr. Satterfield, Mrs. Kuzior, and Mrs. Bushy (3-0)
• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Postponed first scheduled case to next meeting (3-0)
• Approved fence variance at 72 Otoe Ave (3-0)
• Approved lot‑width variance at 541 East Ave (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will review financial reports and committee recommendations, including a proposed cybersecurity program and a resolution to reduce appropriations for road maintenance.

• Financial reports for September 2025
• Ordinance 2025-77: Cybersecurity program and policies
• Ordinance 2025-78: Reducing appropriations for Road Capital Improvement Fund
• Ordinance 2025-79: Closing Fire Station Construction Fund
• Ordinance 2025-80: Amending rates, charges, and fees for recreational facilities

The City Council voted 7-0 to approve the presented financial reports, including transfers and fund allocations. No public hearings were held, and the September 25 minutes will be provided at the October 23 meeting. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved financial reports (vote 7-0)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Recreation Center Governing Board will meet to approve previous minutes, review staff updates, and discuss new business including Maca non-resident pass pricing, advertising opportunities, and field rentals for Summit DD Special Olympics.

• Approval of September 3, 2025 minutes
• Maca Non-Resident pass pricing discussion
• Summit DD Special Olympics field rental
• Paws Pavilion/Small Dog Park area rentals
• TRC Financial Report

The Recreation Center Governing Board unanimously adopted the September 3, 2025 minutes. The board also unanimously approved the updated rental pricing grid, modifying the dog park pavilion rental from three hours to two hours. No other motions were voted on.

• Approved September 3 minutes (5-0)
• Approved rental pricing grid with dog park rental changed to two hours (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on October 2, 2025 was cancelled because no applications were received. The Zoning Administrator will report on two pending filings at the first meeting: a Conditional Use Certificate for Burning Bush Church at 15-85 Midway Plaza (Case PZC-25-8) and an amendment to the zoning code for smoke and vape establishments (Section 1104 and Appendix A, Case PZC-25-10-01). Both items have public meetings scheduled for November 6, 2025.

• Conditional Use Certificate filing for Burning Bush Church, 15-85 Midway Plaza (Case PZC-25-8)
• Amendment to Zoning Code (Section 1104 & Appendix A) for smoke and vape establishments (Case PZC-25-10-01)
• Public hearing for both filings set for November 6, 2025

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to determine if a Certificate of Appropriateness should be granted for a property. The board is reviewing a proposed addition and exterior alteration to a structure.

• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for 53 Northwest Ave (Frank Casalinova, Friendly Fixer Builder)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct third readings of several ordinances, including a memorandum of understanding with Summit County for job creation, retention, and tax revenue sharing. It will also consider ordinances to accept a donated sports lighting system, appropriate additional income‑tax refunds, and fund demolition and remediation at 892 Northwest Avenue. A first reading of a resolution will appoint a city representative to the Summit County Combined General Health District Board, and a liquor‑license request from MM CS Services LLC will be presented.

• Ord. 2025‑72 – MoU with Summit County for job creation and tax revenue sharing (third reading)
• Ord. 2025‑73 – Acceptance of donated sports lighting system for North Avenue/Challenger Fields and Maca Field (first reading)
• Ord. 2025‑74 – Appropriation of additional funds for income‑tax refunds (first reading)
• Ord. 2025‑76 – Funding for demolition and remediation of 892 Northwest Avenue (first reading)
• Liquor License Request – MM CS Services LLC, 991 N, 170 Tallmadge Circle (C‑2 and C‑1 licenses)

The council voted 7-0 to adopt the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting. It also voted 7-0 to forgo a public hearing on the liquor license request submitted by MM CS Services LLC. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Adopted September 11 minutes (7-0)
• Waived hearing on MM CS Services liquor license request (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission will adopt the minutes from its July 23, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the Street Department's request to post a job using non‑competitive examinations. Additional items may be addressed before adjournment.

• Adopt July 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consider Street Department request for non‑competitive job posting
• Review any additional items submitted

The Civil Service Commission adopted the June 18, 2025 minutes by a 3‑0 vote. It authorized the Street Department to fill the Technician I position through a non‑competitive examination under Ohio Rev. Code §124.30, also by a 3‑0 vote, and set an application deadline of October 17, 2025. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous 3‑0 vote.

• Adopted June 18, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved non‑competitive exam for Technician I position (3‑0)
• Set application deadline for the position to October 17, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Investment Board

The Tallmadge Investment Board will approve the minutes from its June 12, 2025 meeting. It will then ratify the purchase of a $500,000 CDARS from Huntington National Bank at a 3.85% rate maturing July 17, 2025. The board will also ratify a $1,000,000 CDARS from Tri-State Capital Bank at a 3.89% rate maturing August 14, 2025. The meeting will adjourn after these actions.

• Approve minutes from June 12, 2025 meeting
• Ratify $500,000 CDARS purchase from Huntington National Bank, 3.85% rate, 52‑week term, maturing July 17, 2025
• Ratify $1,000,000 CDARS purchase from Tri-State Capital Bank, 3.89% rate, 52‑week term, maturing August 14, 2025

Board of Control

The Board of Control will meet to adopt previous minutes and consider a contract for pool maintenance. The primary item is the authorization of a contract for steel slide restoration.

• Contract with Slide Guys for Maca Pool Steel Slide Structure Restoration for $98,288.00

The Board adopted the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. It also authorized the mayor to enter a contract with the Slide Guys to restore the Maca Pool steel slide structure for a base bid of $98,288, also approved 3‑0. No other actions were taken.

• Adopted August 28, 2025 BOC minutes (3-0)
• Authorized mayor to contract with Slide Guys for Maca Pool steel slide restoration, $98,288 (3-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will review a memorandum of understanding for job creation and tax revenue sharing with Summit County. The body will also consider an agreement with the International Association of Firefighters, Local 2764, and an amendment to the Rules of Council.

• Ord. 2025-72: Memorandum of Understanding with County of Summit for job creation, retention, and tax revenue sharing
• Ord. 2024-75: Agreement with International Association of Firefighters, Local 2764
• Ord. 2025-69: Amendment to Tallmadge Codified Ordinance Section 111.01 Rules of Council
• Review of August financial reports, including Recreation Center Profit and Loss and Income Tax Comparisons

The council voted to accept the appropriation, fund, revenue, recreation center profit and loss, income tax, investment portfolio, and other financial reports submitted by Director of Finance Gilbride. The motion was approved by a unanimous 6‑0 vote. No other agenda items were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved financial reports submitted by Director of Finance Gilbride (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider requests for variances regarding lot width, lot area, and fence height. One case regarding lot width at 541 East Ave has been tabled until the next meeting.

• Case No. 11077: 499 square foot variance for minimum lot area at 486 Canterbury Way
• Case No. 1108: Two variances for a 6-foot privacy fence in the front yard setback at 353 S Munroe Rd
• Case No. 11067: 40-foot variance for lot width at 541 East Ave (tabled)

The Board of Zoning Appeals excused Mrs. Kuzior and Mrs. McNeal by unanimous vote and approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0). A motion to approve a variance for 486 Canterbury Way was made, but the record does not show a vote. The board unanimously approved a variance for 353 S. Munroe Rd and then adjourned the meeting (4-0).

• Excused Mrs. Kuzior (4-0)
• Excused Mrs. McNeal (4-0)
• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Motion to approve variance for 486 Canterbury Way presented (outcome not recorded)
• Approved variance for 353 S. Munroe Rd (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review and approve a site plan for a property at 441 West Ave. The application was submitted by James Evans of Portal Associates on behalf of KMF Car Wash LLC.

• Site Plan Review for 441 West Ave (Case PZC-25-7)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Recreation Center Governing Board will discuss updates to the program grid and sponsorship proposals. The board is also considering a new program proposal for a Puzzle Race.

• Line Dancing drop-in rate updates
• Basketball League prize updates
• New program proposal: Puzzle Race
• Updated sponsorships proposal

The Recreation Center Governing Board approved the minutes from the June 13 meeting. It adopted new drop‑in rates for line dancing, changed basketball league prize options, added a Puzzle Race program, and updated the sponsorship structure for community events. All five items passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved adoption of June 13 minutes (6/0)
• Approved line‑dancing drop‑in rates of $7 and $10 (6/0)
• Approved basketball league prize change to allow $75 gift cards or high‑quality balls (6/0)
• Approved new Puzzle Race program proposal (6/0)
• Approved updated sponsorship proposal, including revised Blue Sponsor tickets and new in‑kind sponsor tiers (6/0)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will vote on two contracts: one for $28,166 in HVAC system services with S.A. Comunale, and another to accept a Community Champions Playground Grant from Gametime for new equipment at Howe Road Park via the OMNIA Cooperative Purchasing Program. Both actions are authorized under existing ordinances.

• Accept Community Champions Playground Grant from Gametime for Howe Road Park playground equipment via OMNIA Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Enter $28,166 HVAC system services contract with S.A. Comunale (authorized in Ord. 2025-55)
• Adopt minutes from August 14, 2025 meeting

The Board adopted the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. It authorized the mayor to apply for a $115,000 Community Champions Playground Grant and to use a $17,000 family donation for new equipment at Howe Road Park, approving the purchase contract through the OMNIA Cooperative Purchasing Program. The Board also approved a $28,166 contract with S.A. Comunale for HVAC system services for city buildings. All three actions passed unanimously.

• Adopted August 14, 2025 BOC minutes (3‑0)
• Approved $115,000 playground grant and $368,000 project for Howe Road Park, including $17,000 donation (3‑0)
• Approved $28,166 contract with S.A. Comunale for HVAC system services (3‑0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 28, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 46 North Avenue. The agenda is primarily procedural, including roll call, financial reports, and committee reports, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled. Notable items include the third readings of ordinances related to firefighter labor agreements and updates to council rules.

• Third reading of Ord. 2024-75 to authorize agreement with International Association of Firefighters, Local 2764
• Third reading of Ord. 2025-69 to amend Tallmadge Codified Ordinance Section 111.01 Rules of Council
• Presentation of proclamation to Emma Lindhe for Little League Homerun Derby win
• Presentation of Certificate of Appreciation to Charles (Chip), Nathaniel & Stacy Billow
• Confirmation of Rachel Osborne as new Council Clerk

The City Council voted 7-0 to approve the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. No financial reports were presented. Residents provided community input, but no actions or votes were taken on those comments. The meeting also included ceremonial recognitions for Emma Lindhe and the Billow family.

• Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to determine if two business requests meet local standards. The board will review a certificate of appropriateness for signage and exterior paint colors.

• Review of Mapco signage at 170 Tallmadge Cir. (ARB-25-4)
• Review of Taco Bell exterior paint colors at 62 Tallmadge Cir. (ARB-25-5)

RHS Steering Committee

The RHS Steering Committee will meet to discuss and refine the vision and purpose statements for Historic Tallmadge. Members will also review criteria for designating Recognized Heritage Structures.

• Discussion of existing Purpose statement
• Brainstorming vision for Historic Tallmadge
• Review of Section 1109.04 criteria for designating Recognized Heritage Structures

Community Improvement Corporation

The Tallmadge GROW, Inc. Community Improvement Corporation will convene to approve the minutes from its February 24, 2025 meeting and receive a financial statement from the treasurer. The agenda includes routine reports from the secretary, treasurer, vice president, and president, with no new business or ordinances listed for action.

• Approval of February 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s financial statement review

The board appointed Samantha Poole as a board member for the period Aug 18–Dec 31, 2025, with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The board approved the February 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously (8‑0). The treasurer’s report was accepted unanimously (8‑0). The board unanimously (9‑0) approved renewing the sublease at 333 Northeast Ave with JetPack for three years at $250 per month, with rent increases to $275 and $300 at subsequent five‑year renewals and added a requirement that the lessee notify the city of any events.

• Appointed Samantha Poole as Board Member (Aug 18–Dec 31, 2025) – vote 7‑0
• Approved February 24, 2025 meeting minutes – vote 8‑0
• Accepted Treasurer’s Report – vote 8‑0
• Renewed JetPack sublease at 333 Northeast Ave: $250/mo for 3 years, increase to $275 at first 5‑yr renewal, $300 at second 5‑yr renewal; added event‑notification clause – vote 9‑0

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will decide on four change orders totaling $19,335.65 to existing construction contracts for park restrooms, asphalt paving, and concrete maintenance. The board will also consider a new contract with inSite for economic development services.

• Change Order #4 to Hummel Construction for Maca Park Restroom project: $5,376 increase (total $461,589)
• Change Order #1 to Karvo Companies for Asphalt Paving 2025: $5,221.65 increase (total $286,046.90)
• Contract with inSite for economic development services (authorized in Ord. 2025-60)
• Change Order #1 to Cementech for 2025 Concrete Maintenance & Repair: $8,738 increase (total $205,019)

The Board adopted the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It approved four change orders that raise the total contract amounts for the Maca Park Restroom, Asphalt Paving, and Concrete Maintenance projects. The Board also authorized the Mayor to extend the contract with inSite for economic development services through December 31, 2025. All votes were 3‑0 in favor.

• Adopted July 24, 2025 BOC minutes (3‑0)
• Approved Change Order #4 to Hummel Construction for Maca Park Restroom, increase $5,376, new total $461,589 (3‑0)
• Approved Change Order #1 to Karvo Companies, Inc. for Asphalt Paving, increase $5,221.65, new total $286,046.90 (3‑0)
• Authorized Mayor to contract with inSite for economic development services, $4,000/month Aug 1–Dec 31, up to $24,000 total (3‑0)
• Approved Change Order #1 to Cementech, Inc. for Concrete Maintenance & Repair, increase $8,738, new total $205,019 (3‑0)

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council will discuss first readings for a playground grant and state capital improvement applications. The body is also considering third readings for agreements with the Fraternal Order of Police for patrol officers, sergeants, and lieutenants.

• Ord. 2025-71: Purchase of new playground equipment for Howe Rd. Park via Gametime grant
• Ord. 2024-76 & 2024-77: Agreements with Fraternal Order of Police (Patrol Officers, Sergeants, and Lieutenants)
• Ord. 2025-70: Application for Ohio Public Works Commission State Capital Improvement/Local Transportation programs
• Res. 2025-3: Acceptance of Summit County Budget Commission tax levy amounts and rates
• Ord. 2025-69: Amendment to Tallmadge Codified Ordinance Section 111.01 Rules of Council

The Tallmadge City Council voted 7-0 to approve the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes. The council also voted 7-0 to approve the financial reports as presented. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Financial Reports (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider a request to allow a detached garage at 876 N Munroe Rd. The board will also approve the July 8, 2025 minutes.

• Approval of July 8, 2025 minutes
• Case No. 1105: Detached garage at 876 N Munroe Rd
• Public hearing for detached garage in front yard

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It then approved a variance allowing a detached garage in the front yard at 876 N Munroe Rd by a 5‑0 vote. No public comments were received.

• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved variance for detached garage at 876 N Munroe Rd (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to determine if a Certificate of Appropriateness should be granted for a signage project. The request is submitted by Mike Ruth of Fast Signs for the property at 100 North Ave, Unit 3.

• Review of signage Certificate of Appropriateness for 100 North Ave, Unit 3 (Case ARB-25-3)

The Architectural Review Board excused two members, approved the April 29 minutes, and voted 3‑0 to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for Fast Signs’ signage at 100 North Ave, Unit 3, with two conditions. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Excused Mr. Taylor and Ms. Rager (3-0)
• Approved April 29, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for ARB‑25‑3 signage, subject to removal of vinyl film request and removal of existing West Point Market sign (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to authorize two contracts for city projects. These include services for a right-of-way acquisition and the demolition of a specific property.

• Contract with O.R. Colan Associates, LLC for $368,200.00 for SUM East Avenue Phase 1 PID 112869 right-of-way acquisition services
• Contract with Butcher & Son, Inc. for $94,320.00 for the demolition of 111 West Avenue, Parcel #6010188

The Board adopted the July 10, 2025 Board of Control minutes with a 5‑0 vote. It authorized the Mayor to contract O.R. Colan Associates, LLC for right‑of‑way acquisition services on the East Avenue Phase 1 project, a $368,200 agreement approved 4‑0. It also authorized a demolition contract with Butcher & Son, Inc. for 111 West Avenue at a base bid of $94,320, approved 4‑0.

• Adopted July 10, 2025 BOC minutes (5-0)
• Approved contract with O.R. Colan Associates, LLC for right‑of‑way acquisition, $368,200 (4-0)
• Approved contract with Butcher & Son, Inc. for demolition of 111 West Avenue, $94,320 (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council will hold public hearings on a Neighborhood Center Overlay District and a moratorium on vape shops. The body is also deciding on several funding applications and labor agreements for police officers.

• Ord. 2025-59: Amending the zoning map to add a Neighborhood Center Overlay District on Northeast Avenue
• Ord. 2025-62: Extending the moratorium on zoning applications for vape and smoke shops
• Ord. 2025-60: Contract with inSITE Advisory Group, LLC for economic development consulting
• Ord. 2025-67: Appropriation for the demolition of 111 West Avenue
• Ord. 2024-76 and 2024-77: Labor agreements with F.O.P. Police Patrol Officers, Sergeants, and Lieutenants

The Tallmadge City Council unanimously approved the minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting. The council also unanimously adopted Ordinance 2025-59, amending the zoning map to add Appendix B.5 for the Neighborhood Center Overlay District on Northeast Avenue. In addition, the council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2025-62, extending the moratorium on zoning applications for vape and smoke establishments for six months.

• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2025-59 – zoning map amendment (7-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2025-62 – extended vape/smoke establishment zoning moratorium (7-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is considering three change orders for the Maca Park Restroom project and a contract for HVAC equipment replacement. The meeting includes decisions on project timelines and spending for city facilities.

• Contract with The K Company for $75,816.83 to replace AHU 4 and condensing unit
• Change Order #3 for Maca Park Restroom: 30-day time extension to August 22, 2025
• Change Order #4 for Maca Park Restroom: price decrease of $1,156.00
• Change Order #5 for Maca Park Restroom: price decrease of $2,500.00

The Board adopted the June 26, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0). It approved Change Order #3 for the Maca Park Restroom project, extending completion to August 22, 2025 (5‑0). It authorized a $75,816.83 contract with The K Company to replace AHU 4 and related equipment (5‑0). It rejected Change Orders #4 and #5 for the same project, saving $1,156 and $2,500 respectively (5‑0 each).

• Adopt June 26, 2025 BOC minutes (5‑0)
• Approve Change Order #3 for Maca Park Restroom, extending deadline (5‑0)
• Approve $75,816.83 contract with The K Company for HVAC replacement (5‑0)
• Reject Change Order #4 for Maca Park Restroom ($1,156 decrease) (5‑0)
• Reject Change Order #5 for Maca Park Restroom ($2,500 decrease) (5‑0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review third readings of agreements with the International Association of Firefighters and the Fraternal Order of Police. The body will also consider a contract for economic development consulting and zoning updates.

• Agreement with International Association of Firefighters, Local 2764 (Ord. 2024-75)
• Agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Patrol Officers (Ord. 2024-76)
• Agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Sergeants and Lieutenants (Ord. 2024-77)
• Contract with inSITE Advisory Group, LLC for economic development consulting (Ord. 2025-60)
• Extension of moratorium on vape and smoke shop zoning applications (Ord. 2025-62)

The council approved the June 28, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted the financial reports, each by a unanimous 6-0 vote. Council members also voted 6-0 to not hold a hearing on the liquor permit request from Macs Convenience Stores LLC. No public hearings were scheduled for this meeting.

• Approved June 28, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted Financial Reports (6-0)
• Voted not to hold a hearing on Macs Convenience Stores liquor permit (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four requests for variances from city zoning codes. These requests involve setbacks for a garage, a swimming pool, and two home additions.

• Case No. 1101: 5-foot side yard setback variance for a garage at 885.5 Eastwood Ave
• Case No. 1102: 15-foot rear yard setback variance for a swimming pool at 337 Proctor Ct
• Case No. 1103: 9-foot rear yard setback variance for an addition at 998 Vicki Path
• Case No. 1104: 5-foot side yard setback variance for an addition at 578 Clark Dr

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals approved variance requests for four properties. Each motion passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote. The variances modify side or rear yard setback requirements for the listed addresses.

• Approved side‑yard setback variance for 885.5 Eastwood Ave (4-0)
• Approved rear‑yard setback variance for 337 Proctor Ct (4-0)
• Approved rear‑yard setback variance for 998 Vicki Path (4-0)
• Approved side‑yard setback variance for 578 Clark Dr (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a request for a riparian setback variance and a proposed amendment to the zoning map. The map amendment involves the Neighborhood Center Overlay on Northeast Avenue.

• Case PZC-25-5: Riparian setback variance for a detached garage at 540 Pheasant Run
• Case PZC-25-4: Zoning map amendment for Neighborhood Center Overlay on Northeast Ave from Historical Tallmadge Circle to Kent Drive

The Planning & Zoning Commission excused Mr. Ryder (4‑0) and adopted the June 5 minutes (4‑0). It approved a riparian setback variance for Daniel Young at 540 Pheasant Run to allow a detached garage (4‑0). The commission also recommended that City Council adopt Ordinance 2025‑59, creating a Neighborhood Center Overlay District on Northeast Avenue (4‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 7:39 p.m. (4‑0).

• Excused Mr. Ryder (4-0)
• Adopted June 5, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Riparian Setback Variance for 540 Pheasant Run (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of Ordinance 2025-59 for Northeast Ave overlay (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control will meet to approve minutes from May 8, 2025, and consider a contract change for the Maca Park Restroom project. The proposed change involves installing an outdoor AED unit and power.

• Change Order #2 to Hummel Construction Company for $1,467.00
• New total contract for Maca Park Restroom project: $455,597.21

The Board adopted the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. It then approved Change Order #2 to Hummel Construction for the Maca Park restroom project, adding $1,467 to install an outdoor AED and power, with a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Adopted May 8, 2025 BOC minutes (vote 4-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 for Maca Park restroom AED installation, increasing contract to $455,597.21 (vote 5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council will review labor agreements for police and fire personnel. The body is also discussing a new neighborhood center overlay district and a moratorium extension on vape shops.

• Ord. 2025-59: Amending zoning map to add Neighborhood Center Overlay District on Northeast Avenue
• Ord. 2025-62: Extending moratorium on zoning applications for vape and smoke shops
• Ord. 2025-60: Contract with inSITE Advisory Group, LLC for economic development consulting
• Ord. 2025-63: Purchase of HVAC system air handling and condensing units via Sourcewell
• Ord. 2024-75, 76, 77: Labor agreements with Local 2764 Firefighters and F.O.P. Police

The council adopted the June 12, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously (7‑0). Council members approved John A. Scavelli Jr. as the new Assistant Law Director by a unanimous vote (7‑0). A Certificate of Appreciation was presented to Christeen Speelman‑Parsons by At‑Large Councilperson Christine Cipa.

• Adopted 6-12-25 Council meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved John A. Scavelli Jr. as Assistant Law Director (7-0)
• Awarded Certificate of Appreciation to Christeen Speelman-Parsons

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Recreation Center Governing Board is meeting to discuss updates to soccer leagues and pickleball lessons. The board will also review a proposal for a new Rookie Sports Home School Physical Education program.

• Proposal for Rookie Sports Home School Physical Education program
• Program grid updates for soccer leagues
• Program grid updates for pickleball lessons
• Review of TRC membership, financial, and donation request reports

The Recreation Center Governing Board adopted the April 3 minutes unanimously. It approved updates to the soccer league fee structure, a shortened pickleball lesson series, a new line‑dancing class schedule, and a Rookie Sports home‑school PE program, each with a 6‑0 vote.

• Adopted April 3 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved soccer league fee restructuring (6‑0)
• Approved 5‑week pickleball lessons (6‑0)
• Approved line‑dancing lessons at $60 per 12‑week course (6‑0)
• Approved Rookie Sports home‑school PE program (6‑0)

Investment Board

The Investment Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and ratify two specific financial purchases from Huntington National Bank.

• Ratification of $500,000 CDARS purchase from Huntington National Bank (3.85% rate)
• Ratification of $1,000,000 CDARS purchase from Huntington National Bank (4.00% rate)

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council will vote on ordinances to increase water rates and authorize labor agreements for police and fire personnel. The body is also considering funding for the demolition of a blighted structure and the appropriation of opioid settlement funds for Naloxone in city parks.

• Ord. 2025-53: Uniform increase to water rates
• Ord. 2025-56: Funding for demolition of blighted structure at 12 Southwest Avenue
• Ord. 2024-75, 2024-76, 2024-77: Labor agreements for Firefighters Local 2764, Police Patrol Officers, and Police Sergeants/Lieutenants
• Ord. 2025-57: Appropriation of OneOhio Opioid Settlement Funds for Naloxone in City Parks
• Ord. 2025-58: Appropriation of funds for a full-time Assistant Law Director

The council approved the previous meeting minutes and accepted the financial reports, each by a 5‑0 vote. It then adopted Ordinance 2025-51, amending Ordinance 77‑2009 to remove 12 Southwest Avenue from the Recognized Heritage Structures list, also by a 5‑0 vote. The council entered an executive session to discuss collective bargaining matters, with the motion adopted unanimously.

• Approved 5/22/25 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted Financial Reports (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-51 removing 12 Southwest Ave (5-0)
• Motion to enter Executive Session on collective bargaining adopted (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will review a map amendment for a Neighborhood Center Overlay on Northeast Avenue. They will also consider a request for an extension of approval for a major subdivision development.

• Case PZC-25-4: Map Amendment for Neighborhood Center Overlay on Northeast Ave from Historical Tallmadge Circle to Kent Drive
• Case PZ-25-1: Request for Extension of Approval for PZC-24-7 Major Subdivision Development (PNs 6002830, 6010359, 6008919)

The commission adopted the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It approved a 12‑month extension for the preliminary plat of a major subdivision (Case PZC‑25‑1) submitted by Weber Engineering Service LLC for Overdale Investment LLC, with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:08 p.m.

• Adopted April 3, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 12‑month extension for Case PZC-25-1 (Weber Engineering Service LLC/Overdale Investment LLC) (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 22, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 46 North Avenue. The meeting includes second readings of several ordinances, including a water rate increase and funding for naloxone in city parks, as well as updates from administrative officers and standing committees.

• Second reading of Ord. 2025-53 to increase water rates
• Second reading of Ord. 2025-56 for $150,000 grant to demolish blighted property at 12 Southwest Avenue
• Second reading of Ord. 2025-57 to allocate OneOhio Opioid Settlement Funds for naloxone in city parks
• Second reading of Ord. 2025-51 to remove 12 Southwest Avenue from the Recognized Heritage Structures list
• Three personnel ordinances tabled until June 2025

The council voted to approve the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with a 5‑0 vote. No other ordinances, contracts, or policy items were decided at this meeting.

• Adopted 5‑8‑25 meeting minutes (5‑0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider and potentially approve an amendment to Change Order #1 with Hummel Construction Company for the Maca Park Restroom project. The change increases the sewer tap fee payment from $5,130.21 to $5,745.00, a net increase of $614.79, bringing the total contract to $454,746.00. The original project was authorized by Council Ord. 2024-52. Other agenda items are procedural (call to order, approval of minutes, and adjournment).

• Consideration and approval to amend Change Order #1 to Hummel Construction Company for the Maca Park Restroom project: increase sewer tap fee from $5,130.21 to $5,745.00 (increase of $614.79), new contract total $454,746.00 (originally approved under Ord. 2024-52)

The Board adopted the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved an amendment to Change Order #1 for Hummel Construction, raising the fee by $614.79 and bringing the total contract to $454,746.00, also by a 5‑0 vote. No other items were considered.

• Adopted April 24, 2025 Board of Control minutes (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Change Order #1, increasing Hummel Construction fee by $614.79, total contract $454,746.00 (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will discuss several first-reading ordinances including water rate increases and the demolition of structures at 12 Southwest Avenue and 111 West Avenue. The body will also review financial reports and a proposal for electric vehicle charging station fees.

• Ord. 2025-53: Proposal to uniformly increase water rates
• Ord. 2025-56: Funding for demolition of blighted structure at 12 Southwest Avenue
• Ord. 2025-54: Bidding and contract for demolition of 111 West Avenue
• Ord. 2025-50: Setting a fee for electric vehicle charging stations
• Ord. 2025-57: Appropriating ONEOHIO Opioid Settlement Funds for Naloxone in City Parks

The council adopted the April 24, 2025 meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. The financial reports presented by the Director of Finance were accepted by a unanimous 7‑0 vote. No public hearings or agenda additions were recorded for this meeting.

• Adopted 4-24-25 Council meeting minutes (7-0)
• Accepted financial reports (7-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider an application (ARB-25-2) from the City of Tallmadge to exclude 12 Southwest Ave from Recognized Heritage Structures. The board will review the request and make a recommendation. Other agenda items are procedural, including approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Item ARB-25-2: Application for Exclusion for Recognized Heritage Structures at 12 Southwest Ave – for review and recommendation

The Architectural Review Board excused Mr. Donovan and Ms. Rager from the meeting (3‑0). The board approved the March 25 minutes (3‑0). It voted to recommend the city council approve the exclusion of 12 Southwest Ave from the recognized heritage list (4‑0). The meeting was adjourned (4‑0).

• Excused Mr. Donovan and Ms. Rager (3-0)
• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended council approve exclusion of 12 Southwest Ave heritage structure (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control will vote on authorizing a contract with HZW Environmental Consultants for remediation at 892 Northwest Avenue, approving a $5,130.21 change order for the Maca Park Restroom project (new total $454,130.21), and entering a contract with RJK Roofing Solutions for the Community Center Roof Repair project ($118,147.13). The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from April 11.

• Authorize contract with HZW Environmental Consultants for remediation at 892 Northwest Avenue (Ord. 2025-40)
• Approve Change Order #1 to Hummel Construction for Maca Park Restroom: increase of $5,130.21 to new total $454,130.21 (Ord. 2024-52)
• Authorize contract with RJK Roofing Solutions for Community Center Roof Repair: base bid $118,147.13 (Ord. 2025-42)
• Adoption of minutes from April 11, 2025

The Board of Control unanimously approved the minutes from the April 11 meeting. It also authorized a $190,768 contract with HZW Environmental Consultants for remediation of the former gas station at 892 Northwest Avenue. The board approved a $5,130.21 change order for the Maca Park Restroom project, raising the contract to $454,130.21. Finally, it authorized a $118,147.13 contract with RJK Roofing Solutions for the Community Center roof repair.

• Adopted April 11 BOC minutes (4/0)
• Authorized HZW Environmental contract $190,768 for 892 Northwest Ave remediation (4/0)
• Approved Change Order #1 to Hummel Construction $5,130.21, new total $454,130.21 for Maca Park Restroom (4/0)
• Authorized RJK Roofing Solutions contract $118,147.13 for Community Center roof repair (4/0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2025-44, which proposes amendments to zoning regulations for accessory uses and outdoor storage. The council will also conduct a second reading of Ordinance 2025-48, which would update alarm user responsibilities and penalties. Three personnel-related ordinances (2024-75, 2024-76, 2024-77) remain tabled until June 26, 2025. The meeting includes routine items such as approving previous minutes and financial reports.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-44 amending Sections 1104.06 and 1104.08N (accessory uses and outdoor storage) – Planning & Zoning recommended approval 5-0
• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-48 amending Sections 705.03 (alarm user responsibility) and 705.99 (penalty) of the Tallmadge Codified Ordinances
• Three personnel ordinances (2024-75, 2024-76, 2024-77) tabled until June 26, 2025
• Presentation of Certificate of Appreciation to Agnes Moran and introduction of new Economic Developer Samantha Poole
• Approval of April 10, 2025 council meeting minutes

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 10 meeting (7‑0). It also unanimously adopted Ordinance 2025‑44, amending sections 1104.06 and 1104.08N to permit accessory and temporary outdoor vehicle storage (7‑0). The council presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Agnes Moran and introduced the new Economic Developer, Samantha Poole.

• Adopted April 10 minutes (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-44 amending sections 1104.06 and 1104.08N (7-0)
• Presented Certificate of Appreciation to Agnes Moran
• Introduced new Economic Developer Samantha Poole

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider changing the contractor for the 2025 Pavement Maintenance project. The body will also review an amendment to the start date for the Maca Park Restroom-2024 bid.

• Contract for 2025 Pavement Maintenance with Karvo Companies, Inc. for $280,825.25
• Amendment to Maca Park Restroom-2024 bid start date to March 25, 2025

The Board adopted the March 13, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0 vote. It approved an amendment to set the start date for the Maca Park Restroom‑2024 project to March 25, 2025, also by a 5‑0 vote. The Board authorized a contract with Karvo Companies, Inc. for the 2025 pavement maintenance work, with a base bid of $280,825.25, again with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopted March 13, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Amended Notice to Proceed for Maca Park Restroom‑2024, start date set to March 25, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved contract with Karvo Companies, Inc. for 2025 pavement maintenance, base bid $280,825.25 (5‑0)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (5‑0)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will consider a zoning amendment (Ord. 2025-44) that alters rules for accessory uses and outdoor storage, with a public hearing set for April 24. First readings include an ODOT-funded pedestrian sidewalk feasibility study, a concession stand contract for Maca Pool and Recreation Center, and an alarm user responsibility penalty update. A second reading authorizes environmental remediation consulting at 892 Northwest Avenue. Council also received various financial reports and transfers totaling $430,000.

• Public hearing on Ord. 2025-44: amending accessory use and outdoor storage regulations (April 24 at 7:01 p.m.)
• Ord. 2025-47: authorizing ODOT grant application for pedestrian sidewalk feasibility and design
• Ord. 2025-49: authorizing concession stand contract with WJUCNU Holdings at Maca Pool and Recreation Center
• Ord. 2025-40: authorizing environmental remediation consulting contract with HZW Environmental for 892 Northwest Avenue
• Financial transfers: $225,000 Fire & EMS, $175,000 Street Maintenance, $30,000 General Infrastructure

The council adopted the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote and approved the financial reports presented by Director of Finance Gilbride, also by a 6‑0 vote. The council extended a conditional offer to Samantha Poole for the Economic Developer position. An electronic recycling day was announced for May 3 at the Rec Center parking lot.

• Adopted 3-13-25 council meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved financial reports presented by Director of Finance Gilbride (6-0)
• Extended conditional offer to Samantha Poole for Economic Developer position (no vote recorded)
• Announced electronic recycling day scheduled for May 3 at Rec Center parking lot
• Swore in Officer Jacob Oberlin, bringing police force to 29 officers

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Recreation Center Governing Board will consider updates to its program grid, including a food truck price change and a summer camp overnighter change. The board will also hear monthly membership, financial, and donation request reports. Previous meeting minutes from March 6, 2025, are scheduled for approval.

• Program grid updates: food truck price change
• Program grid updates: summer camp overnighter change
• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2025
• Monthly TRC financial report

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the March 6 meeting (5‑0). It also approved changing the food‑truck deposit to a $100 flat rate (5‑0). Finally, the board approved converting the summer camp overnight event to a later‑night format (5‑0).

• Approved March 6 minutes (5-0)
• Approved $100 flat food‑truck deposit (5-0)
• Approved change to summer camp overnighter event (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a proposed amendment to the zoning code text. The City of Tallmadge is the applicant for changes regarding accessory container use regulations.

• Case PZC-25-03-01: Amendment to Zoning Code 1104 regarding Accessory Containers

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to adopt the February 6, 2025 minutes. No other decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded during the meeting.

• Adopted February 6, 2025 minutes (5-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for signage at 62 Tallmadge Circle. The applicant is Amy Noble of Ellet Sign Company on behalf of owner Malad Tallmadge Enterprises, LLC. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Certificate of Appropriateness application ARB-25-1 for signage at 62 Tallmadge Circle, submitted by Amy Noble (Ellet Sign Company) for owner Malad Tallmadge Enterprises, LLC.

The Architectural Review Board voted 4-0 to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 62 Tallmadge Circle. The approval is subject to two conditions: no cove lighting and halo lighting must be white rather than purple. All board members were present and voted in favor of the motion.

• Excused Mrs. Knapp (4-0)
• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 62 Tallmadge Circle signage, with conditions (no cove lighting; halo lighting white) (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to authorize spending for police cruiser equipment and city maintenance contracts. These items were previously approved via city ordinances.

• Purchase of upfit equipment for four police cruisers from Fallsway at $16,884.38 each
• Contract with Cementech, Inc. for 2025 Concrete Maintenance & Repair Alternate Bid #2 for $69,000.00
• Contract with Barbicas Paving, LLC for 2025 Pavement Maintenance base bid of $297,271.00

The Board of Control approved the purchase of police cruiser upfit equipment for four cruisers at $16,884.38 each from Fallsway, with one abstention. They also approved a $69,000 contract with Cementech for concrete maintenance, bringing the total to $196,281, and a $297,271 base bid contract with Barbicas Paving for pavement maintenance, despite concerns about other bidders.

• Approved police cruiser upfit equipment purchase from Fallsway for 4 cruisers at $16,884.38 each (4-0-1, Pavlik abstained)
• Approved $69,000 contract with Cementech for 2025 Concrete Maintenance & Repair Alternate Bid #2, total $196,281 (5-0)
• Approved $297,271 base bid contract with Barbicas Paving for 2025 Pavement Maintenance (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

At this regular meeting, the Tallmadge City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2025-32, which would impose a six-month moratorium on accepting zoning applications for vape and/or smoke establishments. The council will also hear first readings of ordinances authorizing contracts for road improvements on East Howe Road, environmental remediation at 892 Northwest Avenue, a cremation park improvement at Tallmadge Cemetery, and community center roof repair. Financial reports and fund transfers totaling $838,500 are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Ord. 2025-32: six-month moratorium on vape/smoke shop zoning applications
• Fire & EMS Fund Transfer of $401,000, Street Maintenance & Repair Fund Transfer of $350,000, and Police Pension of $87,500
• Ord. 2025-45: authorizing bids and contract for East Howe Road improvement from North Avenue to the roundabout
• Ord. 2025-42: authorizing bids and contract for Community Center roof repair
• Ord. 2025-41: authorizing bids and contract for Cremation Park Improvement at Tallmadge Cemetery

Tallmadge City Council unanimously adopted Ord. 2025-32, imposing a six-month moratorium on accepting zoning applications for vape and/or smoke establishments or shops. The moratorium gives the city time to explore regulations similar to those for cannabis businesses. Council also approved several other ordinances, including utility construction permit fees, a violent crime reduction grant, and contracts for road, cemetery, and roof projects.

• Adopted 6-month moratorium on vape/smoke shop zoning applications (6-0)
• Approved utility construction permit fees: $200 for first 200 ft, $20 per additional 100 ft (6-0)
• Accepted $56,917 Bureau of Justice Assistance violent crime reduction grant (6-0)
• Authorized bidding for East Howe Road improvement from North Avenue to roundabout (6-0)
• Authorized contract with HZW Environmental for remediation at 892 Northwest Ave (1st reading)
• Authorized bidding for Cremation Park Improvement at Tallmadge Cemetery (6-0)
• Authorized bidding for Community Center roof repair (6-0)
• Authorized O.R. Colan Associates for right-of-way acquisition for East Avenue Phase I (6-0)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Recreation Center Governing Board will meet to discuss updates to the program grid and review monthly reports. The board is considering the addition of a new sports camp and a program name change.

• New Program: Rookie Sports Superhero Camp
• Program name change: Speed & Agility Training to Sports Training
• Review of TRC Membership, Financial, and Donation Request reports

The Recreation Center Governing Board approved a new Rookie Sports Superhero Camp for ages 3-5, contracted with Rookie Sports Club on an 80/20 split. The board also approved renaming the Speed & Agility Training program to Sports Training. Both motions passed 6-0.

• Approved new Rookie Sports Superhero Camp for ages 3-5, contracted with Rookie Sports Club (80/20 split), 6-0
• Approved renaming Speed & Agility Training to Sports Training, 6-0
• Approved minutes of the January 9, 2025 meeting, 6-0

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular March 6, 2025 meeting of the Tallmadge Planning & Zoning Commission was cancelled because no applications were received for review. A zoning code text amendment regarding accessory containers (Case PZC-25-03-01) has been scheduled for a public hearing on April 3, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled due to no applications received (TCO 1102.14 D (3) iv (b))
• Case PZC-25-03-01: Amendment to Zoning Code Section 1104 (Use Regulations) regarding Accessory Containers, applicant: City of Tallmadge
• Public hearing for the above case scheduled for April 3, 2025

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider authorizing the mayor to enter several contracts, including a $144,502.24 increase for Motorola Solutions radio equipment, legal and engineering services, concrete maintenance, and lease/purchase of equipment. These contracts were previously approved by city ordinances.

• Authorize $144,502.24 additional for Motorola Solutions radio equipment (total $335,389.48)
• Authorize $127,281.00 contract with Cementech for 2025 Concrete Maintenance & Repair
• Authorize contract with Kastner Westman & Wilkins for legal services
• Authorize contract with Verdantas for water system engineering
• Authorize contract with Brandstetter Carroll for parks and recreation design

The Tallmadge Board of Control approved several contracts, including an additional $144,502.24 for Motorola radio equipment, bringing the total to $335,389.48. They also approved contracts for legal, engineering, and consulting services, as well as a concrete maintenance contract and equipment leases. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved additional $144,502.24 for Motorola radio equipment, total contract $335,389.48 (4-0)
• Approved contract with Kastner Westman & Wilkins LLC for legal services (4-0)
• Approved contract with Verdantas for water system engineering services (4-0)
• Approved contract with Brandstetter Carroll Inc. for parks and recreation engineering (4-0)
• Approved contract with dms water solutions co., llc for water system engineering (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Concrete Maintenance & Repair contract with Cementech, Inc. for $127,281.00 (4-0)
• Approved lease/purchase of berm mower from Brown Equipment for $346,172.00 (4-0)
• Approved lease/purchase of leaf collector from Brown Equipment for $277,637.00 (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council will hold an executive session on pending litigation, then consider several ordinances including a six-month moratorium on new vape/smoke shop zoning applications (public hearing set for March 13), a vote on whether to hold a hearing for the Sheetz liquor permit, and first readings on purchasing a leaf collector, berm mower, police cruiser upfit equipment, and the property at 28 Southwest Avenue. Third readings will be held on collective bargaining agreements with the firefighter union and two police unions.

• Public hearing set for March 13 on Ord. 2025-32 imposing a six-month moratorium on vape/smoke shop zoning applications
• Vote on whether to hold a hearing for the Sheetz liquor permit
• First reading of Ord. 2025-37 to purchase 28 Southwest Avenue from James M. and Diane C. West
• Third readings of union agreements with Firefighters Local 2764 and two Fraternal Order of Police units (patrol officers, sergeants/lieutenants)
• First readings for lease/purchase of leaf collector and berm mower, and purchase of police cruiser upfit equipment

Tallmadge City Council adopted five ordinances authorizing equipment purchases and property acquisition, tabled three union contract ordinances pending negotiations, and voted not to hold a hearing on Sheetz's liquor permit application. The council also confirmed three Moral Claims Commission appointments and recognized police officers with medals.

• Adopted Ord. 2025-33 to sell surplus vehicles/equipment (7-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2025-34 for leaf collector lease/purchase (7-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2025-35 for berm mower lease/purchase (7-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2025-36 for police cruiser upfit equipment (7-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2025-37 to purchase 28 Southwest Avenue (7-0)
• Tabled Ord. 2024-75 (firefighters union) until June 26, 2025 (7-0)
• Tabled Ord. 2024-76 and 2024-77 (police unions) until April 10, 2025 (7-0)
• Voted not to hold a hearing on Sheetz liquor permit (7-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to elect its officers for 2025 and establish a meeting calendar. The agenda also includes a workshop on process and procedures.

• Election of 2025 officers
• Establishment of 2025 meeting calendar
• Workshop on process and procedures

The Tallmadge Architectural Review Board held a procedural meeting, electing Greg Chaplin as Chair and Petra Knapp as Vice Chair for 2025, and approving the 2025 meeting calendar. The board also approved the September 24, 2024 minutes and excused Ms. Rager. No substantive design or project decisions were made.

• Excused Ms. Rager from meeting (4-0)
• Approved September 24, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Elected Greg Chaplin as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Petra Knapp as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved 2025 meeting calendar (4-0)

Community Improvement Corporation

The Tallmadge GROW (CIC) will hold a regular meeting with routine items, including approval of January meeting minutes and a presentation by Emily Taylor of Beehive Local as part of the 'Tallmadge Welcomes You' program. No votes on funding, contracts, or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Approval of January 29, 2025 meeting minutes
• Vice President’s Report: Tallmadge Welcomes You presentation by Emily Taylor, Beehive Local

The Tallmadge Grow CIC board approved a $3,500 contract with Beehive Local to build a new website for the organization, with ongoing maintenance at $200 per month. The board also discussed draft grant guidelines, including potential changes to the reimbursement process and increasing the maximum grant amount from $5,000. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $3,500 contract with Beehive Local for website design (9-0)
• Approved minutes from January 29, 2025 annual and regular meetings (9-0)
• Discussed draft grant guidelines, including possible upfront reimbursement and higher grant cap

Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Housing Council

The Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) Housing Council is meeting to appoint representatives for three-year terms. The council will also review the CRA Tax Abatement Program and its current commercial and industrial projects in Summit and Portage counties.

• Reappointment of Mayor Kilway, Jonathon Bollas, and Stephan Ryder to 3-year terms
• Review of 100% tax abatement projects including TJ Circle LLC, VTC Development LLC, and StoreTEK
• Review of May 22, 2024 annual meeting minutes

The CRA Housing Council reappointed Mayor Carol Kilway, Jonathon Bollas, and Stephan Ryder to terms ending December 31, 2027, and approved the May 22, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0). No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with no appeals, old business, or new business.

• Reappointed Mayor Carol Kilway as City Representative (term ending Dec 31, 2027)
• Reappointed Jonathon Bollas as City Council Representative (term ending Dec 31, 2027)
• Reappointed Stephan Ryder as Planning and Zoning Commission Representative (term ending Dec 31, 2027)
• Approved May 22, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Investment Board

The Tallmadge Investment Board will ratify two previously executed purchases of CDARS (Certificate of Deposit Account Registry Service) from Tristate Capital Bank, each for $500,000 at a 3.99% rate for 52-week terms. The purchases occurred on January 30 and February 13, 2025. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes.

• Ratification of $500,000 CDARS purchase from Tristate Capital Bank on January 30, 2025, at 3.99% for 52 weeks
• Ratification of $500,000 CDARS purchase from Tristate Capital Bank on February 13, 2025, at 3.99% for 52 weeks

Board of Control

The Board of Control will consider several contracts and renewals, including a $103,701.50 pavement markings contract, a cleaning services renewal with a $2,532 cost-of-living increase, and non-bid purchases for software and radio equipment. Several items require ordinance approval.

• 1-year renewal of cleaning services with Janco Service Industries, including $2,532 cost-of-living increase
• Purchase of online subscription from Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (pending Ord. 2025-20)
• Contract with Johnson Control, Inc. for integrated security software licenses (pending Ord. 2025-22)
• Contract with Motorola Solutions for radio equipment and software licenses (pending Ord. 2025-24)
• Contract with JD Striping & Services for 2025 Pavement Markings, base bid $103,701.50

The Tallmadge Board of Control approved several contracts, including a $190,887.24 Motorola Solutions radio equipment purchase, a $102,900 three-year GIS subscription with ESRI, and a $103,701.50 pavement markings contract with JD Striping. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Janco Service Industries cleaning services renewal with $2,532 cost increase (5-0)
• Approved $102,900 three-year ESRI GIS subscription (5-0)
• Approved Johnson Controls security software and equipment contract over $50,000 (5-0)
• Approved $190,887.24 Motorola Solutions radio equipment contract (5-0)
• Approved $103,701.50 JD Striping pavement markings contract (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The Tallmadge City Council, acting as the Richardson Trust Fund Trustees, will discuss and appropriate $5,000 into the Richardson Trust Fund for fiscal year 2025. They will also review a spreadsheet of 2024 expenditures totaling $4,993.10, which included payments for utilities and rent.

• Appropriating $5,000 into the Richardson Trust Fund for FY2025
• Reviewing 2024 expenditures totaling $4,993.10
• Past expenditures included Ohio Edison, Tallmadge Water, and rent payments

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council will hold an executive session to discuss a potential real estate purchase, then consider a six-month moratorium on zoning applications for vape/smoke shops (Ord. 2025-32). Other first-reading ordinances authorize multiple contracts for technology, security, engineering, and electric aggregation, as well as a restoration of the Maca Aquatic Center slide. Third readings cover collective bargaining agreements with firefighters and police unions. A Richardson Trust Fund meeting after adjournment will appropriate $5,000 to the fund.

• Proposed six-month moratorium on zoning applications for vape/smoke shops (Ord. 2025-32)
• Third readings of collective bargaining agreements with firefighters (IAFF Local 2764) and police (FOP patrol, sergeants, lieutenants) (Ord. 2024-75, 76, 77)
• Contracts for Microsoft subscription services (Ord. 2025-21) and Johnson Controls integrated security system (Ord. 2025-22)
• Contract for restoration of Maca Aquatic Center slide (Ord. 2025-31)
• Authorization for electric aggregation services with Dynegy Energy Services (Ord. 2025-30)

Tallmadge City Council adopted 15 ordinances, mostly housekeeping items, including a one-year electric aggregation agreement with Dynegy and a new trash collection contract with Rumpke. The council also held a first reading on a six-month moratorium for vape/smoke shops and went into executive session to discuss a potential real property purchase.

• Adopted Ord. 2025-30 electric aggregation with Dynegy (6-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2025-14 through 2025-20, 2025-28, and 2025-31 for various services (all 6-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2025-21 through 2025-27 and 2025-29 for software, security, and donations (all 6-0)
• Held Ord. 2024-75, 2024-76, and 2024-77 at third reading (no action)
• Set public hearing for Ord. 2025-32 (vape/smoke shop moratorium) for March 13 at 7:01 p.m.
• Swore in new Firefighter Jack Bennett
• Went into executive session for potential real property purchase (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Tallmadge Planning & Zoning Commission will consider Case PZC-25-1, a site plan review for a project at 399 West Ave. The applicant is Tekton Engineering LLC on behalf of Millcraft Barns LLC; the property owner is Snellprop LLC. No other cases or filings are on the agenda.

• Case PZC-25-1: Site plan review for 399 West Ave (parcel 6007617) – application by Tekton Engineering LLC for Millcraft Barns LLC, owner Snellprop LLC

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the Site Plan Review Application for Case PZC-25-1, allowing Millcraft Barns, LLC to operate a retail business with outdoor display and sales at 399 West Avenue. The approval includes 13 conditions, such as limiting outdoor displays to 4 units in the front and 32 in other areas, and granting a variance for one additional parking space. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved Site Plan Review for Millcraft Barns at 399 West Ave (5-0)
• Granted variance for 1 additional parking space
• Limited front outdoor displays to 4 units and remaining displays to 32 units
• Required all installations completed within 6 months of Certificate of Occupancy
• Required landscaping maintenance bond of 10% of estimated cost for 2 years
• Prohibited loading/unloading of displays in public right-of-way
• Required future site modifications to undergo new Site Plan Review
• Adopted January 2, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Community Improvement Corporation

This is a regular meeting of the Tallmadge Grow Community Improvement Corporation. They will consider approving previous meeting minutes, review the financial report and 2025 budget, receive an update on the CIC property, and discuss other routine business. No major development decisions or contracts are on the agenda.

• Approval of September 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation of 2025 budget
• CIC property update
• Tallmadge Welcomes You program update

The Tallmadge Grow (CIC) annual meeting was held on January 29, 2025. The board unanimously approved the 2025 executive officers: President Carol Kilway, Vice President Michael Carter, Secretary Andrea Kidder, and Treasurer Mollie Gilbride. Trustees also signed the Conflict of Interest Policy Acknowledgement form. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved 2025 executive officers: President Carol Kilway, Vice President Michael Carter, Secretary Andrea Kidder, Treasurer Mollie Gilbride (8-0)
• Trustees signed the Conflict of Interest Policy Acknowledgement form

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will vote on authorizing the mayor to enter into a contract with MNJ Technologies for computer equipment, software licenses, and related equipment. The item is pending authorization of Ordinance 2025-8. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from December 19, 2024.

• Authorizing contract with MNJ Technologies for computer equipment and software licenses (pending Ord. 2025-8)
• Adoption of minutes from December 19, 2024

The Tallmadge Board of Control unanimously approved several contracts, including engineering services with GPD Group, Burgess & Niple, and Environmental Design Group, as well as annual insurance renewal, a new waste and recycling contract with Rumpke, and joining the TIPS cooperative purchasing program. The Rumpke contract will increase trash rates from $55.95 to $61.95 per quarter, with $2 increases in subsequent years. The board also approved minutes from the January 9 meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 9, 2025 (5-0)
• Authorized contract with GPD Group for engineering services (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Burgess & Niple for water system engineering (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Environmental Design Group for engineering services (5-0)
• Authorized annual insurance renewal (5-0)
• Approved Rumpke Waste & Recycling contract for citywide waste services (5-0)
• Approved joining TIPS cooperative purchasing program for berm mower and leaf machine (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

Tallmadge City Council holds public hearings on seven zoning ordinance amendments creating Neighborhood Center and West Avenue Overlay Districts and a Certificate of Appropriateness process. Council will take third readings on three collective bargaining agreements with the International Association of Firefighters Local 2764 and two Fraternal Order of Police units (patrol officers and sergeants/lieutenants). First readings include authorizations for insurance contracts, salt purchase, ODOT cooperative purchasing, lease/purchase of equipment, and a mutual aid agreement with Springfield Township Fire Department. The meeting begins with an executive session on collective bargaining and pending litigation.

• Ord. 2024-75: Third reading on collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 2764 (firefighters)
• Ord. 2024-76/77: Third readings on collective bargaining agreements with FOP (patrol officers and sergeants/lieutenants)
• Public hearings on seven zoning ordinances (2024-78 to 2024-84) for Neighborhood Center and West Avenue Overlay Districts and Certificate of Appropriateness
• Ord. 2025-13: First reading of mutual aid agreement with Springfield Township Fire Department for fire and EMS services
• Executive session scheduled on collective bargaining and pending litigation prior to adjournment

Tallmadge City Council adopted a package of seven zoning ordinances establishing Neighborhood Center and West Avenue Overlay Districts, including text amendments and zoning map changes. The ordinances passed with votes of 7-0, except for two map amendments (Ord. 2024-80 and Ord. 2024-81) which passed 4-3. The council also approved several administrative ordinances and held an executive session on collective bargaining and litigation.

• Adopted Ord. 2024-78, Certificate of Appropriateness text amendment (7-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2024-79, Neighborhood Center Overlay District text amendment (7-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2024-80, Neighborhood Center Overlay map for Northwest Avenue (4-3)
• Adopted Ord. 2024-81, Neighborhood Center Overlay map for West Avenue, Wright Road, Southwest Avenue (4-3)
• Adopted Ord. 2024-82, West Avenue Overlay text amendment (7-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2024-83, West Avenue Overlay map (7-0)
• Adopted Ord. 2024-84, Height Transition Zone text amendment (7-0)
• Adopted insurance, salt purchase, equipment purchase, and mutual aid ordinances (all 7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will elect 2025 officers and hear one case regarding a garage. The board will determine if the applicant is granted variances for rear and side yard setbacks.

• Election of 2025 officers
• Case No. 1099: Request for 20-foot rear yard setback variance at 1136 Nandor Dr
• Case No. 1099: Request for 5-foot side yard setback variance at 1136 Nandor Dr

The Tallmadge Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved two variance requests for Paul Bevere's property at 1136 Nandor Dr, allowing a 5-foot rear yard setback (instead of 25 feet) and a 5-foot side yard setback (instead of 10 feet) for a garage. The board also elected Chuck Victor as Chair and Dan Satterfield as Vice Chair, and approved the November 12, 2024 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved rear yard setback variance from 25 ft to 5 ft for garage at 1136 Nandor Dr (5-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance from 10 ft to 5 ft for garage at 1136 Nandor Dr (5-0)
• Elected Chuck Victor as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Dan Satterfield as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Control

The Tallmadge Board of Control will discuss and possibly authorize a contract with MNJ Technologies for computer equipment, software licenses, and related items. The purchase would bypass competitive bidding under the state purchasing program, pending approval of Ordinance 2025-8. Adoption of minutes from the previous meeting is also on the agenda.

• Authorizing a contract with MNJ Technologies for computer equipment, software licenses, and related equipment (pending Ord. 2025-8)

The Board of Control approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to enter into a contract with MNJ Technologies for computer equipment, software licenses, and related items, pending the passage of Ordinance 2025-8. The board also adopted the minutes from the December 19, 2024 meeting. Both actions passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved contract authorization with MNJ Technologies for computer equipment and software (5-0)
• Adopted minutes of December 19, 2024 BOC meeting (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

This is a procedural organizational meeting where the Tallmadge City Council will elect a President and Vice President of Council, and appoint council members to committees. No substantive legislation or financial items are on the agenda.

• Election of President of Council
• Election of Vice President of Council
• Appointment of council members to Council committees

The Tallmadge City Council held its organizational meeting and elected Jonathon Bollas as President of Council and Donald Pavlik as Vice President, both by 6-0 votes. Council also confirmed committee assignments for the year, with changes reflecting Christine Cipa's recent appointment. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Jonathon Bollas as President of Council (6-0)
• Elected Donald Pavlik as Vice President of Council (6-0)
• Confirmed committee chair and vice chair assignments (6-0)

Recreation Center Governing Board

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board will consider approving new programs including a Bocce Ball Tournament, High School Summer Basketball League, and Pom Dance Class, along with a program wording update for individual sports registrations. The board will also hear monthly reports on membership, finances, and donation requests.

• New Program – Bocce Ball Tournament
• New Program – High School Summer Basketball League
• New Program – Pom Dance Class
• Program wording update – Individual Sports registrations
• Monthly TRC Financial Report and Donation Request Report

The Tallmadge Recreation Center Governing Board approved four new programs: a bocce ball tournament, a high school summer basketball league, a pom dance class, and a 'Free Agent' individual sports registration option. They also approved a $5 per person fee increase for tennis lessons. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved bocce ball tournament at Lions Park (6-0)
• Approved high school summer basketball league (6-0)
• Approved pom dance class (6-0)
• Approved 'Free Agent' individual sports registration option (6-0)
• Approved $5/person fee increase for tennis lessons (6-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council will hold third readings on collective bargaining agreements with the firefighters' union (Local 2764) and two Fraternal Order of Police groups (patrol officers and sergeants/lieutenants), likely to approve them. Second readings of several zoning overlay ordinances (Neighborhood Center Overlay, West Avenue Overlay, and height transition zone) are scheduled, with public hearings set for January 23, 2025. First readings authorize contracts for pavement maintenance and marking, engineering services from GPD Group, Burgess & Niple, and Environmental Design Group, and computer equipment purchase via state program. Council will also consider appointments to the Civil Service Commission, Firefighters' Dependents Fund, and other boards.

• Third readings of labor contracts: firefighters (Ord. 2024-75), FOP patrol officers (Ord. 2024-76), and FOP sergeants/lieutenants (Ord. 2024-77)
• Second readings of zoning amendments: Neighborhood Center Overlay (Ord. 2024-78/79/80/81), West Avenue Overlay (Ord. 2024-82/83), and Height Transition Zone (Ord. 2024-84) — public hearings Jan 23
• First reading authorizing pavement maintenance bids (Ord. 2025-1) and pavement marking contract (Ord. 2025-2)
• First readings to contract with GPD Group, Burgess & Niple, and Environmental Design Group for engineering services (Ord. 2025-4,5,6)
• Appointment of Mark Salerno to Civil Service Commission and board members for Firefighters' Dependents Fund

Tallmadge City Council adopted 10 ordinances and resolutions, including contracts for engineering services, pavement maintenance, computer equipment, and tax advance agreements. The council also made several appointments to boards and commissions. Seven zoning overlay ordinances were held at second reading, with public hearings scheduled for January 23.

• Adopted Ord. 2025-8 for computer equipment and software from MNJ Technologies (6-0)
• Adopted Res. 2025-1 and 2025-2 for advance payment of local taxes (6-0 each)
• Adopted Ord. 2025-1 through 2025-7 for pavement maintenance, marking, engineering services, and cooperative purchasing (6-0, except Ord. 2025-4 at 5-0-1)
• Appointed Mark Salerno to Civil Service Commission (6-0)
• Reappointed Donald Pavlik as Richardson Trust Fund Chairperson (6-0)
• Appointed Jessica Epstein and Lee Gidden to Veteran's Committee (6-0 each)
• Held 7 zoning overlay ordinances at second reading; public hearings set for Jan. 23
• Held 3 labor contract ordinances at third reading; no vote taken

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a site plan review (Case PZC-24-16) for a development at 4583 Mogadore Rd, owned by Carmen Development Company. The agenda also includes election of 2024 officers and a CRA council appointment. No other filings or pre-applications are scheduled.

• Site plan review for 4583 Mogadore Rd (Case PZC-24-16)
• Election of 2024 officers
• CRA council appointment

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a site plan review for an outdoor storage area for vehicles and equipment at 4583 Mogadore Rd, with conditions including a 0-foot side setback modification and a requirement that the accessory use remain tied to the adjacent Brimfield Township property. The vote was unanimous (5-0). The commission also elected officers and appointed a member to the CRA council.

• Approved site plan PZC-24-16 for outdoor storage at 4583 Mogadore Rd (5-0)
• Granted modification for 0-foot side setback on south side (5-0)
• Elected Patrick Larson as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Julie Oliver as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Appointed Stephan Ryder to CRA council (5-0)
• Adopted December 5, 2024 minutes (5-0)