Wadsworth public meetings in 2023

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council's Dec. 19 meeting includes final readings on engineering services for the Tolbert St. improvement project and changes to paid holidays for non-bargaining employees. An addendum adds first readings on financing for Wolf Ave and telecom improvements, year-end budget adjustments, and a land purchase at 127 Watrusa Avenue.

• Ordinance 23-157: authorize engineering services for Tolbert St. improvement project (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 23-147: amend paid holiday provisions for non-bargaining employees (4th reading)
• Ordinance 23-162: issue note for 2023 Wolf Ave improvements
• Ordinance 23-169: purchase parcel at 127 Watrusa Avenue for up to $245,000
• Ordinance 23-167: pay RFC Contracting LLC up to $8,148.50

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including the 2024 appropriations budget, compensation changes for city officers and employees, and authorization for engineering services for the Tolbert St. improvement project. The agenda also includes resolutions for downtown snow removal and income tax allocation.

• Ordinance 23-151: 2024 appropriations for current expenses
• Ordinance 23-142: Changes to compensation schedules for city officers and employees
• Ordinance 23-146: Changes to volunteer fire/EMS compensation, including 3-hour guarantee and weekend differential
• Ordinance 23-157: Authorizes engineering services for Tolbert St. improvement project
• Resolution 23-10: Declares necessity of snow/ice removal from downtown parking and sidewalks

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider a series of ordinances, mostly on second reading, that would set the 2024 budget, adjust compensation for various city officers and employees, and change pay for volunteer fire and EMS staff. The agenda also includes several new items added at the Committee of the Whole meeting, such as a supplemental appropriation, fund transfers, and contracts for engineering and playground equipment. All items are up for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Ordinance 23-151: 2024 appropriations for current expenses and expenditures
• Ordinance 23-142: Changes to compensation schedules for city officers and employees
• Ordinance 23-146: Changes to volunteer fire/EMS pay, including 2-hour minimum and weekend differential
• Ordinance 23-153: Supplemental appropriation of $55,000 to the General Fund
• Ordinance 23-154: Authorizes transfers of $3,975,000 for fiscal year 2023

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council holds its regular meeting, including a third reading of an ordinance to establish a penalty for overnight parking. Council will also consider a resolution to televise public meetings within 24 hours on WCTV, discuss an ethics-related email, and talk about a vacated property on Lincoln Way.

• Ordinance 23-102 (3rd reading): establishes penalty for overnight parking, declared an emergency
• Resolution: all public meetings in Council Chambers to be televised within 24 hours on WCTV
• Discussion: email from Mr. Morris regarding ethical consideration
• Discussion: Lincoln Way vacated property

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider a group of 29 housekeeping ordinances (23-110 through 23-138) that authorize notes in anticipation of bonds for various capital improvements, including storm water, water distribution, and other infrastructure projects. These are on first reading and will be acted on as a group. The council will also consider a right-of-way acceptance on Broad Street and second readings for a sewer rehabilitation project and an overnight parking penalty amendment.

• 29 ordinances (23-110 to 23-138) for bond anticipation notes for projects like 2011 storm water improvements, 2012 Brookwood lift station, 2021 State Route 57 waterline, and 2023 backhoes
• Ordinance 23-104: accepting public right of way on Broad Street and easements per replat of lots 1867, 8859, 8860, 9639
• Ordinance 23-101 (2nd reading): authorizing contract for 2023 sanitary sewer system rehabilitation and lining project
• Ordinance 23-102 (2nd reading): amending penalty for overnight parking

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is meeting to give first readings to several resolutions and ordinances, including accepting tax levies, authorizing sidewalk repairs, making supplemental appropriations, and issuing bonds for special assessments. They will also consider contracts for sewer rehabilitation and water service, and amend the overnight parking penalty. All items are in first reading unless noted, so no final decisions are expected at this meeting.

• Resolution 23-07: Accepts budget commission amounts and certifies tax levies to county auditor
• Ordinance 23-099: Issues $85,333.40 bond for 2022 Southwest Parking Lot Phase 2 improvements
• Ordinance 23-100: Issues $40,726.00 bond for 2022 Stover Court water line improvement
• Ordinance 23-101: Authorizes contract for 2023 sanitary sewer system rehabilitation and lining
• Ordinance 23-102: Amends penalty for overnight parking

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including providing water service to a property on Hartman Road, authorizing bids for the Wolf Ave. improvement project, and purchasing a new rear loader garbage truck. The agenda also includes an addendum with items for engineering services for a water system looping project and airport parking apron, plus accepting right of way for Reimer Road.

• Ordinance 23-087: water service to 8730 Hartman Road
• Ordinance 23-088: Wolf Ave. improvement project bids
• Ordinance 23-083: purchase of 13-yard Pac-Mac rear loader from Bell Equipment
• Addendum: engineering services for water system looping project
• Addendum: accept right of way for Reimer Road

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider an ordinance authorizing the purchase of a new 13-yard Pac-Mac rear loader garbage truck from Bell Equipment Company through a Sourcewell contract. The ordinance is in its second reading and has been discussed at a prior Public Service meeting. The meeting will also include routine items such as approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Ordinance No. 23-083 (2nd reading) to purchase a 13-yard Pac-Mac RLM rear loader from Bell Equipment Company via Sourcewell contract
• Approval of minutes from the August 15, 2023 regular meeting

City Council adopted several ordinances, including supplemental appropriations for stormwater and law enforcement. The council also approved a zoning classification change for City Lot 10243 and a petition to align township boundary lines with city limits.

• Approved $32,000 supplemental appropriation for Stormwater Fund (7-0)
• Approved $4,000 supplemental appropriation for Law Enforcement Trust Fund (7-0)
• Approved zoning change for City Lot 10243 to I-1 Light Industrial District (7-0)
• Approved petition to Medina County Commissioners to align Pardee Township boundary lines with city limits (7-0)
• Advanced Ordinance 23-083 for a new 13 yard PAC-MAC rear loader to third reading
• Advanced Ordinance 23-087 for water service at 8730 Hartman Road to second reading
• Advanced Ordinance 23-088 for Wolf Ave. Improvement Project bids to second reading
• Approved August 15, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is holding its regular meeting on August 1, 2023. Key items include first readings of an ordinance accepting public right-of-way for Reimer Road and a resolution adopting the 2024 tax budget, plus final readings on several ordinances involving property purchases, appropriations, and policy changes. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 18, 2023, and other routine business.

• Ordinance 23-081 (1st reading): Accept public right-of-way for Reimer Road and easements per Replat of Lot 6746
• Resolution 23-06 (1st reading): Adopt 2024 tax budget and submit to Medina County Auditor
• Ordinance 23-079 (2nd reading): Apply for Ohio Public Works Commission grants/loans for Tolbert St. improvement
• Ordinance 23-062 (3rd reading): Purchase parcels at 1973 Greenwich Rd (parcels 038-17A-31-003, etc.)
• Ordinance 23-063 (3rd reading): Purchase 55.18 acres in Wadsworth Township (parcels 038-17A-28-003, etc.)

City Council adopted ordinances for employee health insurance and the 2024 tax budget. The council also approved a Main Street art mural policy and several fund appropriations, while rejecting two land purchase ordinances.

• Approved health insurance and administrative services agreement with Ohio Government Benefits Cooperative (6-0)
• Adopted tax budget for fiscal year beginning January 1, 2024 (6-0)
• Denied purchase of parcels at 1973 Greenwich Rd (2-4)
• Denied purchase of 55.18 acres of land in Wadsworth Township (2-4)
• Adopted amendment to property owner violation notification process without emergency clause (4-1)
• Approved $188,000 reduction in 425 Fund - General Capital Improvements (5-0)
• Approved $213,500 supplemental appropriation for 260 - Safety Town Village Fund (5-0)
• Adopted Main Street art murals program policy (5-0)

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 5, 2023, with a full agenda of first, second, and third readings of ordinances. Key items include authorizing the purchase of two parcels of land (one at 1973 Greenwich Rd and another of 55.18 acres in Wadsworth Township), approving a $595,000 contract for the Summit Street Water Tank Improvements project, and making several appropriations and reductions for fiscal year 2023. The council will also consider annexing 0.3733 acres from Wadsworth Township, purchasing vehicles and equipment for police and fire departments, and amending the income tax allocation ordinance.

• Ordinance 23-062: Authorize purchase of parcels 038-17A-31-003, 038-17A-35-005, 038-17A-35-004, 038-17A-35-006 at 1973 Greenwich Rd
• Ordinance 23-063: Authorize purchase of 55.18 acres in Wadsworth Township (parcels 038-17A-28-003, 038-17A-31-002, 038-17A-32-002)
• Ordinance 23-064: Authorize contract up to $595,000 for Summit Street Water Tank Improvements
• Ordinance 23-065: Reduce appropriations by $188,000 in General Capital Improvements Fund (425)
• Ordinance 23-066: Supplemental appropriation of $213,500 in Safety Town Village Fund (260)

City Council adopted several ordinances to authorize infrastructure improvements and public safety equipment purchases. The council also approved the annexation of 0.3733 acres of land and appointed Dan Rospert to the Woodlawn Cemetery Board.

• Approved bridge overlay on Leatherman Road over I-76 (Ordinance 23-061)
• Approved bidding and contract for Summit Street water tank improvements (Ordinance 23-064)
• Approved annexation of 0.3733 acres from Wadsworth Township (Ordinance 23-068)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Polaris Ranger for Police Department (Ordinance 23-069)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Polaris Ranger for Fire & EMS Department (Ordinance 23-070)
• Approved furniture and fixtures purchase for new fire station (Ordinance 23-071)
• Appointed Dan Rospert to the Woodlawn Cemetery Board
• Advanced ordinances regarding lawn mowing notification, land purchases, and budget appropriations to second reading

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including two land purchases in Wadsworth Township totaling up to $1,451,800, a bridge overlay project on Leatherman Road, and a sewer extension project on College Street. The council will also review an ordinance changing how property owners are notified about weed violations and one authorizing the sale of a 1995 fire truck without formal bidding. All items are in various stages of first, second, or third reading.

• Ordinance 23-062: Authorize purchase of 58.49 acres at 1973 Greenwich Rd from John Goodson for up to $900,000
• Ordinance 23-063: Authorize purchase of 55.18 acres in Wadsworth Township from Dave Kaufman and Sarah Bennett for up to $551,800
• Ordinance 23-061: Consent to ODOT bridge overlay on Leatherman Road over I-76
• Ordinance 23-058: Authorize bids and contract for College Street sanitary sewer extension project
• Ordinance 23-060: Amend weed violation notification process, adding $250 administrative charge and master mowing list

The meeting was informational only because a quorum of City Council members was not present. No legislation was considered and meeting minutes were not approved.

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council is considering two ordinances added to the June 6, 2023 agenda. One authorizes a contract for the College Street Sanitary Sewer Extension project, with a cap of $165,000. The other authorizes the sale of a 1995 KME Firefox Pumper to Union Township without formal bidding, citing an emergency. Both were discussed at the Committee of the Whole meeting on the same date.

• Ordinance 23-058: College Street Sanitary Sewer Extension project, contract not to exceed $165,000, plus change orders up to 10% of awarded bid
• Ordinance 23-059: Sale of 1995 KME Firefox Pumper to Union Township, Ohio, without formal bidding, amount not specified in agenda
• Both ordinances declared emergency measures for immediate effect
• Sponsored by Council Members Bruce Darlington and Ralph Copley

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including donating obsolete police body cameras to Montville Township, joining ODOT's road salt bid, and rezoning four dual-jurisdiction lots. The body camera donation and road salt agreement are up for votes, while the rezoning is in its fifth reading after a public hearing.

• Ordinance 23-057: Donate 13 Watchguard VISTA body-worn cameras, 2 transfer stations, and parts to Montville Township Police
• Ordinance 23-055: Authorize agreement with ODOT for annual road salt bid
• Ordinance 23-045: Rezone lots 10232-10235 from Wadsworth Township R-2 to City R-1 and LDR zoning
• Approval of minutes from May 3 and May 24, 2023 meetings

City Council adopted an ordinance to change zoning classifications for four dual jurisdiction lots. Council also approved the donation of body-worn cameras and accessories to the Montville Township Police Department.

• Approved donation of 13 body-worn cameras and accessories to Montville Township Police Department (7-0)
• Approved zoning changes for lots 10232, 10233, 10234, and 10235 (7-0)
• Advanced Ordinance No. 23-055 regarding ODOT road salt bid to third reading
• Advanced Ordinance No. 23-058 regarding College Street sanitary sewer extension to second reading
• Advanced Ordinance No. 23-059 regarding the sale of a 1995 KME Firefox Pumper to second reading
• Approved meeting minutes from May 16 and May 24, 2023

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council will consider donating 13 Watchguard VISTA body-worn cameras, 2 transfer stations, and accessories to Montville Township for its police department. The council will also vote on joining ODOT's annual road salt bid and on rezoning four dual-jurisdiction lots from township R-2 to city R-1 and LDR classifications. An executive session on real estate or litigation is scheduled.

• Donation of 13 body cameras and equipment to Montville Police (Ordinance 23-057)
• Agreement with ODOT for annual road salt bid (Ordinance 23-055)
• Rezoning Lots 10232-10235 from township R-2 to city R-1 and LDR (Ordinance 23-045)
• Executive session on real estate or litigation

City Council & Committees

City Council adopted Ordinance No. 23-056, which allows the Director of Public Service to issue a request for proposals and negotiate an agreement for CityLink infrastructure construction services. The council suspended the three reading rule to adopt the ordinance during the meeting.

• Approved Ordinance No. 23-056 to seek bids and enter into a construction services agreement for CityLink infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved motion to suspend the three reading rule for Ordinance No. 23-056 (7-0)

City Council & Committees

City Council approved the minutes from the May 3, 2023, meeting. The council held a public hearing regarding zoning changes for four parcels on Reimer Road, though no final vote on the ordinance was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved Regular Council meeting minutes of May 3, 2023

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including the purchase of a snow and ice control truck, zoning changes for dual jurisdiction lots, and the establishment of a new High Street business overlay district. The council will also approve minutes from previous meetings and address other business.

• Ordinance 23-049: Purchase of 2023 single axle snow & ice control truck with spreader from Henderson Products via Sourcewell contract (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 23-045: Rezoning lots 10232-10235 from Wadsworth Township R-2 to City R-1 and LDR districts (3rd reading, public hearing May 16)
• Ordinance 23-031: Repeal High Street Arterial District, establish High Street Transitional Business Overlay District (5th reading, public hearing held April 18)
• Approval of minutes from April 18 regular and April 11 & 26 special meetings

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including establishing a new special revenue fund for the Safety Town Village and 9/11 Memorial project, purchasing a snow and ice control truck, and changing zoning classifications for four lots. The council will also vote on a fifth reading of an ordinance to replace the High Street Arterial District with a new transitional business overlay district.

• Ordinance 23-053 (1st reading): establishes Safety Town Village special revenue fund for donations and sponsorships
• Ordinance 23-049 (2nd reading): authorizes purchase of 2023 single axle snow & ice control truck with salt/sand spreader from Henderson Products via Sourcewell contract
• Ordinance 23-045 (3rd reading): rezones lots 10232-10235 from Wadsworth Township R-2 to City R-1 and LDR; public hearing May 16
• Ordinance 23-031 (5th reading): repeals High Street Arterial District, creates High Street Transitional Business Overlay District

Council adopted Ordinance 23-053 establishing a special revenue fund for the Safety Town Village and 9/11 Memorial project, suspending the three-reading rule and passing it unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; other ordinances were advanced to later readings. Visitors presented historical remarks and updates on Holmesbrook Park improvements by the Medina County Park District.

• Adopted Ordinance 23-053 establishing Safety Town Village special revenue fund (7-0)
• Advanced Ordinance 23-049 for snow/ice control truck purchase to third reading (unanimous)
• Heard presentation on Holmesbrook Park improvements including fishing platform, picnic shelter, and restroom

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance authorizing a payment of up to $5,153.23 to Business Information Systems, Inc. The payment is for a contract that was entered into without the required fiscal officer certificate, and the ordinance declares it an emergency. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss confidential information related to the utilities department's marketing plans and business strategy.

• Ordinance No. 23-052: authorize warrant up to $5,153.23 for Business Information Systems, Inc. contract
• Executive session on utilities department marketing plans and business strategy

City Council adopted Ordinance No. 23-052 to authorize a payment for a contract related to the Municipal Court. The council also held an executive session to discuss utility department marketing and business strategy.

• Approved Ordinance No. 23-052 for payment not to exceed $5,153.23 to Business Information Systems, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding utilities department marketing and business strategy (7-0)

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is deciding on two emergency ordinances added to the agenda. The first authorizes a $4,515.13 payment to Business Information Systems, Inc. to regularize a contract that lacked a required fiscal certificate. The second authorizes the purchase of one 2024 Ford E-450 Life Line Custom Superliner ambulance from Pfund Superior Sales Company, Incorporated, for up to $242,674.00, without formal bidding due to an emergency in the Department of Public Safety.

• Ordinance 23-050 authorizes a warrant of $4,515.13 for Business Information Systems, Inc.
• Ordinance 23-051 authorizes a contract up to $242,674.00 for a 2024 Ford E-450 ambulance from Pfund Superior Sales Company, Incorporated
• Both ordinances are declared emergency measures for immediate effect

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on establishing a High Street Transitional Business Overlay District, replacing the existing arterial district. The council will also consider ordinances to purchase a new snow and ice control truck for $214,099, add new park maintenance job classifications, rezone four lots, and authorize the sale of a 1992 fire truck without bidding.

• Public hearing and 4th reading of Ordinance 23-031 to create High Street Transitional Business Overlay District
• Ordinance 23-049: $214,099 purchase of 2023 single axle snow and ice control truck from Henderson Products, Inc.
• Ordinance 23-048: Add Building and Grounds Crew Leader and Equipment Operator I classifications in Park Maintenance Division
• Ordinance 23-045: Rezone lots 10232-10235 from township R-2 to city R-1 and LDR zoning
• Ordinance 23-047: Authorize sale of 1992 Pierce Arrow aerial fire truck without formal bidding

City Council held a public hearing for Ordinance No. 23-031 to establish the High Street Transitional Business Overlay District. No vote was taken on the legislation during this meeting per Council rules.

• Approved meeting minutes from April 4, 2023 (majority vote)

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is holding a special meeting to read and likely vote on Ordinance No. 23-035, which authorizes the Director of Public Service to purchase eight specific parcels of land in the city. The ordinance is in its third reading and has been declared an emergency, meaning it could take effect immediately. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Ordinance No. 23-035 (3rd reading) authorizing purchase of 8 parcels (055-34C-14-004, 055-34C-26-004, 055-34C-26-001, 055-34C-26-003, 055-34C-26-002, 055-34C-24-001, 055-34C-27-001)
• Ordinance declared an emergency
• Sponsored by Council Member Thomas Stugmyer
• Forwarded by City Council March 7, 2023

City Council adopted Ordinance No. 23-035, authorizing the purchase of several parcels of land for a proposed sports and recreation complex. The decision followed a discussion regarding environmental contamination at the 'Brickyard' portion of the site and the potential for grant funding for cleanup.

• Approved Ordinance No. 23-035 to purchase parcels 055-34C-14-004, 055-34C-26-004, 055-34C-26-001, 055-34C-26-003, 055-34C-26-002, 055-34C-24-001, and 055-34C-27-001 (6-0-1)
• Appointed Law Director Tom Morris as temporary Clerk of Council for the meeting (All in favor)

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 4, 2023, with multiple ordinances up for a second reading, including authorizations for land purchase, special assessments for parking lot improvements, a fire station access control system, a safety town village and 9/11 memorial, equipment donations, a lift system purchase, and supplemental appropriations. The council will also hold a public hearing on April 18 for a zoning change to establish a High Street Transitional Business Overlay District. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a mayoral proclamation.

• Ordinance 23-035: Authorize purchase of seven parcels (055-34C-14-004, etc.)
• Ordinance 23-036: Levy special assessments for Phase 2 Southwest Parking Lot improvements
• Ordinance 23-037: Contract with Southeast Security Corp for fire station access control
• Ordinance 23-038: Contract with McComas Landscaping for Safety Town Village and 9/11 Memorial
• Ordinance 23-042: Supplemental appropriation of $571,000 for street improvements

City Council adopted an ordinance to create a special revenue fund for the Safety Town Village and 9/11 Memorial project. Council also approved the establishment of the High Street Transitional Business Overlay District. Other legislation regarding a snow truck purchase and residential rezoning advanced to further readings.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 23-053 to establish 'Safety Town Village' special revenue fund (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 23-031 to establish High Street Transitional Business Overlay District (7-0)
• Advanced Ordinance No. 23-049 (snow and ice control truck purchase) to third reading
• Advanced Ordinance No. 23-045 (residential rezoning of lots 10232-10235) to fourth reading
• Approved meeting minutes from April 11, 18, and 26, 2023

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 4, 2023, with several ordinances on second reading for potential approval. These include authorizing the purchase of multiple parcels, levying special assessments for parking lot improvements, contracting for a fire station access control system, building a Safety Town village and 9/11 memorial, donating dispatch equipment, buying a lift system, and making appropriations. A public hearing is set for April 18 on a zoning change for the High Street area.

• Ordinance 23-035: Authorizes purchase of seven parcels (055-34C-14-004, etc.)
• Ordinance 23-036: Levies special assessments for Southwest Parking Lot Phase 2 improvements
• Ordinance 23-037: Contract with Southeast Security Corp for fire station access control
• Ordinance 23-038: Contract with McComas Landscaping for Safety Town Village and 9/11 Memorial
• Ordinance 23-042: Supplemental appropriation of $571,000 for street improvements

City Council adopted multiple ordinances for public safety equipment, a 9/11 memorial, and a natural gas supply agreement. A $571,000 supplemental appropriation for street improvements was approved, and income tax receipt allocations for 2023 were finalized.

• Approved contract with Southeast Security Corporation for fire station access control (7-0)
• Approved contract with McComas Landscaping for Safety Town Village and 9/11 Memorial (7-0)
• Approved donation of dispatch consoles and accessories to Bath Police Department (7-0)
• Approved $571,000 supplemental appropriation for Street Improvement Fund (7-0)
• Approved $13,858.09 payment to Medina County Emergency Management Agency (7-0)
• Approved master services agreement with Interstate Gas Supply Inc. (7-0)
• Approved addition of water and wastewater plant operator trainee classifications (7-0)
• Approved 2023 income tax receipt allocations (7-0)

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is holding a special meeting to consider three items on second reading: accepting the 2023 Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations, authorizing an annexation agreement with Wadsworth Township for a Medina County parcel, and accepting an ARPA subgrant for the police department. All three are up for final action, with emergency clauses.

• Resolution 23-03: Accept 2023 Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations
• Resolution 23-04: Annexation agreement with Wadsworth Township for Medina County parcel 038-17C-26-036
• Ordinance 23-039: Accept OCJS/ARPA grant for Wadsworth Police Department

City Council adopted three pieces of legislation during a special meeting. These included accepting tax incentive recommendations, authorizing an annexation agreement with Wadsworth Township, and accepting a police department grant from the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-03 to accept 2023 Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-04 authorizing an annexation agreement with Wadsworth Township for Parcel No. 038-17C-26-036 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 23-039 authorizing the Director of Public Safety to accept an ARPA subgrant from the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services (7-0)

City Council & Committees

This addendum to the March 21, 2023 Wadsworth City Council agenda adds two ordinances for first reading, both discussed at the Committee of the Whole. One would make a $571,000 supplemental appropriation to the Street Improvement Fund for non-personnel purposes in fiscal year 2023. The other would authorize a warrant up to $13,858.09 to pay a contract with the Medina County Emergency Management Agency. Both are declared emergencies.

• Supplemental appropriation of $571,000 to the 471 Street Improvement Fund for FY 2023
• Warrant authorization up to $13,858.09 for Medina County Emergency Management Agency contract
• Both ordinances sponsored by Council President Bob Thurber
• Both declared emergencies

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 21, 2023, with several ordinances on first reading, including a land purchase, special assessments, and contracts. It will also consider resolutions on tax incentives and annexation, and hold public hearings on zoning changes. The agenda includes multiple items declared as emergencies.

• Ordinance 23-035: Authorizes purchase of 207.59 acres from PJS Properties LLC and Stone Brothers Farms LLC for up to $1,950,000
• Ordinance 23-036: Levies special assessments totaling $100,000 for Phase 2 Southwest Parking Lot improvements
• Ordinance 23-037: Contract with Southeast Security Corp for fire station access control system, up to $65,000
• Ordinance 23-038: Contract with McComas Landscaping for Safety Town Village and 9/11 Memorial, up to $170,000
• Ordinance 23-039: Accept $64,200 ARPA grant for Flock Safety license plate recognition cameras for police

Council adopted four ordinances related to energy savings, street striping, and municipal airport improvements. The body also advanced several ordinances to second reading, including a proposal to purchase 'The Brickyard' property for a future athletic complex.

• Approved participation in Community Energy Savings Smart Thermostat Program (5-0)
• Approved 2023 street striping project contract (5-0)
• Approved grant applications for airport snow removal vehicle and design services (5-0)
• Approved airport taxiway and fuel farm concrete repair project (5-0)
• Advanced purchase of The Brickyard property (Ordinance 23-035) to second reading
• Advanced special assessments for Southwest parking lot improvements to second reading
• Advanced contract for fire station access control system to second reading
• Advanced contract for Safety Town Village and 9/11 Memorial construction to second reading

City Council & Committees

This addendum adds three first-reading ordinances to the March 7, 2023 Council agenda, all sponsored by Council President Bob Thurber and discussed in Committee of the Whole. They cover allocating income tax receipts for FY2023, a $6,000 supplemental appropriation for personal services, and a special service bonus for the Secretary of the Records Commission. The Council is deciding whether to advance these items.

• Ordinance 23-032: amend income tax receipt allocation for FY2023, declared emergency
• Ordinance 23-033: supplemental appropriation of $6,000 in General Fund for personal services
• Ordinance 23-034: special service bonus for Secretary of Records Commission, declared emergency

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including a first reading of a proposal to replace the High Street Arterial District with a new High Street Transitional Business Overlay District, which would allow certain low-impact non-residential uses along High Street near I-76. The council will also hold second readings on multiple ordinances related to street improvements, sidewalk repairs, and airport projects, and may enter executive session for land acquisition.

• First reading of Ordinance 23-031 to establish High Street Transitional Business Overlay District, with public hearing set for April 18, 2023
• Second reading of Ordinance 23-016 for American Municipal Power smart thermostat program
• Second reading of Ordinance 23-019 for 2023 street improvement program
• Second reading of Ordinance 23-020 for State Street resurfacing project
• Second reading of Ordinance 23-021 for 2023 street striping project

Council adopted multiple ordinances for street improvements, resurfacing, and airport equipment. They also approved a $6,000 general fund appropriation and a special service bonus for the Records Commission secretary. A proposal to purchase several land parcels was deferred to the next meeting for first reading.

• Approved $6,000 supplemental appropriation for General Fund personal services (7-0)
• Approved special service bonus for Secretary of the Records Commission (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Street Improvement Program projects (7-0)
• Approved State Street resurfacing project (7-0)
• Approved sidewalk repair, replacement, and construction (7-0)
• Approved purchase of snow removal vehicle and attachments for Municipal Airport (7-0)
• Approved FAA grant for airport snow removal equipment and design services (7-0)
• Deferred land purchase of seven parcels to next agenda for first reading (2-4)

City Council & Committees

City Council adopted Ordinance No. 23-030 to authorize a contract for the continued repair of the Mahogany Row sewer. The total cost was updated to $105,000 to include prevailing wages, pump rentals, and restoration landscaping.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 23-030 to fund Mahogany Row sewer repairs at $105,000 (6-0)
• Suspended the three reading rule for Ordinance No. 23-030 (6-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss potential litigation, compensation, and economic development (6-0)

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council added an emergency ordinance to its February 21, 2023 agenda. The ordinance would authorize the Director of Public Service to contract for removal of an existing manhole and installation of a new doghouse manhole, including pumping, pipe and sleeve connections, and bedding/backfill under pavement, as part of the Mahogany Row sewer. It would bypass formal bidding and advertising due to a declared real and present emergency. The item is sponsored by Council Member Bruce Darlington and is at first reading.

• Ordinance 23-029 (1st reading): emergency contract for Mahogany Row sewer manhole work
• Authorizes Director of Public Service to contract without formal bidding
• Work includes manhole removal, new doghouse manhole, pumping, pipe/sleeve connections, bedding/backfill
• Sponsored by Council Member Bruce Darlington

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is meeting to consider a series of ordinances, mostly on first reading, covering major capital purchases and infrastructure projects. These include a $1.35 million street improvement program, new garbage and construction equipment, and several airport-related projects. The council will also discuss a contract for seasonal employee leasing and a resolution to accept a radio system for the police department.

• Ordinance 23-019: $1,350,000 for 2023 Street Improvement Program (asphalt resurfacing, crack seal, concrete repair)
• Ordinance 23-017: $390,466 for a new Labrie Automizer side loader garbage truck
• Ordinance 23-018: $176,604.98 for a Caterpillar 420XE backhoe
• Ordinance 23-020: State Street resurfacing project
• Ordinance 23-027: Sale of 1995 KME Fire Fox pumper and 1992 Pierce Arrow aerial platform

Council adopted several ordinances for new public service vehicles and infrastructure projects. The meeting included extensive public comment regarding an upcoming event and discussions on existing obscenity laws.

• Approved purchase of Labrie Automizer side loader (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Caterpillar 420XE auto backhoe (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of Medina County CDBG allocation funds (7-0)
• Approved 2023 CDBG sidewalk improvement project contract (7-0)
• Approved sale of 1995 KME Fire Fox Pumper and 1992 Pierce Arrow aerial platform (7-0)
• Approved contract with Structure Personnel Inc. for seasonal labor (7-0)
• Approved transfer of 800 MHz radio system to Police Department (7-0)
• Approved contract for city street sweeping (7-0)

City Council & Committees

This is a special meeting of the Wadsworth City Council with an agenda limited to an executive session and other business. No specific decisions or discussions are listed, so the agenda is mostly procedural.

• Executive session
• Other business

City Council convened for a special meeting and entered an executive session to consult with the Law Director. No substantive public decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding pending court action and employee discipline (5-0)

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council is holding a regular meeting with multiple ordinances on first, second, and third readings. Key items include authorizing the purchase of a snow removal vehicle for the municipal airport (up to $300,000), applying for an FAA grant for airport improvements, and adjusting compensation rates for the dog catcher and playback technician. The council will also consider an agreement with ODOT for snow and ice removal on state routes and a ban on feeding animals.

• Ordinance 23-011: Authorizes purchase of snow removal carrier vehicle and attachments for Wadsworth Municipal Airport, not to exceed $300,000.
• Ordinance 23-012: Authorizes FAA grant application for snow vehicle, PAPI design, and airport apron design.
• Ordinance 23-013: Authorizes ODOT agreement for snow/ice removal on SR 57, 94, and 261.
• Ordinance 23-009: Sets dog catcher pay at $15.22/hour; Ordinance 23-010 sets playback technician at $16.30/hour.
• Ordinance 23-008 (2nd reading): Authorizes contract for city street sweeping.

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 7, 2023, with several ordinances on first reading, including changes to dog catcher and playback technician pay, and authorization for a snow removal vehicle for the municipal airport. The council will also consider second and third readings on street sweeping, animal feeding, and liquor at events, and may enter executive session regarding land acquisition.

• Ordinance 23-011: Authorize up to $300,000 for snow removal carrier vehicle and attachments for Wadsworth Municipal Airport
• Ordinance 23-012: Authorize FAA grant application for snow vehicle, PAPI design, and airport apron design
• Ordinance 23-013: Authorize ODOT agreement for snow/ice removal on state routes (SR 57, 94, 261)
• Ordinance 23-009: Set dog catcher pay at $15.22/hour
• Ordinance 23-010: Set playback technician pay at $16.30/hour

City Council and Township Trustees appointed Jon Yurchiak to the Woodlawn Union Cemetery Board. Council adopted ordinances regarding city employee compensation, snow removal agreements, vehicle purchases, and a ban on feeding animals. An amended ordinance allowing alcohol at authorized events was also passed.

• Appointed Jon Yurchiak to the Woodlawn Union Cemetery Board (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-010 to change dog catcher compensation rate (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-011 to set playback technician pay at $16.30 per hour (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-014 for ODOT snow and ice removal agreement (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-015 to purchase two Freightliner 108SD vehicles (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-009 prohibiting the feeding of animals (7-0)
• Adopted Amended Ordinance 23-003 allowing alcohol at authorized events (7-0)
• Advanced Ordinances 23-012, 23-013, and 23-008 to subsequent readings

City Council & Committees

Wadsworth City Council will hold a regular meeting with a joint session with the township to elect a Woodlawn Union Cemetery Board member. The council will read ordinances on first reading covering dog catcher pay, playback technician pay, airport snow removal vehicle purchase and FAA grant, ODOT snow/ice agreement, and two Freightliner vehicles. Second readings cover street sweeping contracts and a ban on feeding animals, with a third reading on alcohol at authorized events. An executive session on land acquisition is expected.

• Ordinance 23-010: dog catcher pay set at $15.22/hour
• Ordinance 23-011: playback technician pay set at $16.30/hour
• Ordinance 23-012: airport snow removal vehicle contract up to $300,000
• Ordinance 23-013: FAA grant for snow vehicle, PAPI design, apron design
• Ordinance 23-009: prohibits feeding of animals

City Council & Committees

The Wadsworth City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 17, 2023. The main item is a second reading of Ordinance 23-003, which would amend city code to allow serving intoxicating liquor or beer at events specifically authorized by the Director of Public Service. The ordinance was previously discussed and an amendment was requested.

• Ordinance 23-003 (2nd reading): amend Section 94.03 to allow liquor/beer at events authorized by Director of Public Service, declared an emergency
• Approval of minutes from January 3, 2023 regular meeting

City Council adopted three measures to sell obsolete municipal property and solicit bids for water treatment materials, tree trimming, and electric line clearance. Two ordinances regarding street sweeping and animal feeding were advanced to second reading.

• Approved Resolution 23-01 to sell obsolete municipal vehicles and equipment via internet auction (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-006 to bid for pebble lime for the water treatment plant (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-007 to bid for tree trimming and removal for electric lines (7-0)
• Advanced Ordinance 23-008 (city street sweeping) to second reading
• Advanced Ordinance 23-009 (prohibiting feeding of animals) to second reading
• Amended and advanced Ordinance 23-003 (serving liquor/beer at authorized events) to third reading
• Approved minutes from January 3, 2023 meeting

City Council & Committees

This is an addendum to the January 3, 2023 Wadsworth City Council agenda, adding three ordinances for first reading. The council will consider allowing the Director of Public Service to authorize liquor service at specific events, authorizing bids and a contract for the wastewater treatment plant digester gas piping project, and making a $300,000 supplemental appropriation to the sanitary sewer fund.

• Ordinance 23-003: amend Section 94.03 to allow liquor/beer at events authorized by Director of Public Service
• Ordinance 23-004: authorize bids and contract for WWTP digester gas piping project
• Ordinance 23-005: supplemental appropriation of $300,000 from Sanitary Sewer Fund (606) for FY 2023

City Council & Committees

City Council adopted several ordinances regarding emergency services, public works, and funding. The Law Director provided an annual report on 2022 activities and announced his candidacy for judge. One ordinance regarding alcohol service at authorized events advanced to a second reading.

• Approved Ordinance 23-001 to change volunteer fire/EMS compensation and increase full-time firefighter/paramedic/inspectors to 15
• Approved $22,554 payment to Ohio Water Development Authority (Ordinance 23-002)
• Advanced Ordinance 23-003 regarding intoxicating liquor or beer at authorized events to second reading
• Approved Ordinance 23-004 to bid and contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant digester gas piping project
• Approved $300,000 supplemental appropriation for the 606 – Sanitary Sewer Fund (Ordinance 23-005)
• Approved minutes from December 20, 21, and 22, 2022