Green, OH

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider three variance requests from property owners who seek exceptions to the city's zoning code. The requests involve accessory structures and a residential addition that do not meet current setback, height, or square footage requirements. The board will also approve minutes from its September 17, 2026 meeting.

• Sean Riffle, 2761 Superior Dr.: variance to build a shed in the side yard instead of the rear yard
• Rembrandt Homes, 261 Luzon Cir.: two side setback variances (5 ft and 18 ft 10 in) for a bathroom addition
• Nelson Kaufman Jr., 2858 Turkeyfoot Lk Rd.: three variances for a detached garage (location, height, and square footage)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve prior minutes and receive updates on the Southgate Farm strategic plan, annual maintenance, and a Section 106 review. They will also hear reports on the Lichtenwalter property, planning liaison activities, and the Green Historical Society. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no votes on specific projects listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2026
• Southgate Farm Strategic Plan RFP final draft update
• Southgate Farm annual maintenance review
• Section 106 review with two attachments
• Lichtenwalter property update

Board of Zoning Appeals on 2026-10-15 6:00 PM

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests. Two seek permission to place accessory structures (a shed and a detached garage) in side or front yards where rear-yard placement is required, and one seeks side setback variances for a bathroom addition. The board will also approve minutes from its September 17, 2026 meeting.

• Sean Riffle, 2761 Superior Dr.: variance for shed in side yard
• Rembrandt Homes, 261 Luzon Cir.: 5' and 18'10" side setback variances for bathroom addition
• Nelson Kaufman Jr., 2858 Turkeyfoot Lk Rd.: variances for detached garage (placement, height, and square footage)

Historic Preservation Commission on 2026-09-24 6:00 PM

The Green Historic Preservation Commission meets to approve minutes from March 26, 2026, and to review a Southgate Farm strategic plan update and annual maintenance summary. The agenda also includes a Section 106 review, an update on Lichtenwalter, and reports from the planning liaison and Green Historical Society. No formal decisions beyond minutes approval are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of March 26, 2026 meeting minutes
• Southgate Farm Strategic Plan RFP final draft update
• Southgate Farm annual maintenance review summary for 2026
• Section 106 review with two attachments
• Lichtenwalter update and planning liaison report from Sarah Haring

City Council on 2026-09-22 7:00 PM

The Green City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a public hearing on establishing a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V. The council will also review a proposed rezoning of 27.8 acres on Massillon Road, amendments to regulations for smoke shops and vape establishments, and various other items such as grant acceptances and appropriations.

• Public hearing on 2026-R49: establishing a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V
• 2026-24: Rezoning 27.8 acres on Massillon Road at Stein Road from I-1 (General Industrial) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential)
• 2026-22A: Ordinance to establish regulations for smoke shops and vape/smoke establishments
• 2026-R46AA: Resolution modifying appropriations within certain funds
• 2026-R43: Resolution consenting to ODOT resurfacing of SR-619 (East Turkeyfoot Lake Road) and part of SR-241 (Massillon Rd)

City Council

The Green City Council will hold a public hearing on establishing a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V, then consider it on second reading. They will also vote on several other items, including a rezoning of 27.8 acres near Massillon and Stein roads, regulations for smoke shops and vape establishments, and acceptance of a grant for hazardous materials training. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and financial reports, plus correspondence on topics like emergency alerts and speeding concerns.

• Public hearing and second reading of 2026-R49: street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V
• Second reading of 2026-24: rezoning 27.8 acres west of Massillon Road at Stein Road from I-1 to R-2
• Second reading of 2026-22A: regulations for smoke shops and vape/smoke establishments
• Third reading of 2026-R46AA: modifying appropriations within certain funds
• Second reading of 2026-R48: accepting PUCO grant for hazardous materials training for fire personnel

Committee Meetings on 2026-09-22 5:00 PM

Green City Council's committees meet Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM in Council Chambers to review legislation, including a rezoning of about 27.8 acres on the west side of Massillon Road at Stein Road from I-1 (General Industrial) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential). Several items are on second or third readings, and public hearings on three ordinances are set for October 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM. The Rules and Personnel Committee also lists an executive session to consider an appointment to the Veterans Advisory Commission.

• Ordinance 2026-24: rezone approximately 27.8 acres on the west side of Massillon Road at Stein Road from I-1 (General Industrial) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential); public hearing October 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
• Ordinance 2026-22A: amend Chapter 157 to establish regulations for smoke shops and vape and/or smoke establishments; public hearing October 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
• Ordinance 2026-23: amend Section 157.134(7)(B)(3)(b) on parking, loading and stacking regulations; public hearing October 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
• Resolution 2026-R46AA: modify appropriations within certain funds, third reading and amended September 22, 2026
• Resolution 2026-R49: establish a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V; public hearing September 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Committee Meetings

The City of Green committees are meeting to advance several ordinances and resolutions, including second readings on zoning changes, smoke shop regulations, and grant acceptances, plus third readings on budget modifications and road resurfacing. Public hearings are scheduled for October 13 on the zoning and ordinance changes, and for September 22 on a street lighting district. The agenda also includes an executive session to consider a Veterans Advisory Commission appointment.

• Rezoning ~27.8 acres west of Massillon Road at Stein Road from I-1 to R-2 (public hearing Oct 13)
• Ordinance to regulate smoke shops and vape establishments (public hearing Oct 13)
• Resolution to accept PUCO grant for hazardous materials training for fire personnel
• Resolution for SR-619 and SR-241 resurfacing with ODOT
• Street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V (public hearing Sep 22)

Historic Preservation Commission on 2026-09-24 6:00 PM

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss an update on the Southgate Farm Strategic Plan request for proposals and review the annual maintenance summary for Southgate Farm. The agenda also includes a Section 106 review, an update on the Lichtenwalter property, and reports from the planning liaison and the Green Historical Society. The meeting will begin with approval of the March 26, 2026 minutes.

• Southgate Farm Strategic Plan RFP final draft
• Southgate Farm annual maintenance summary
• Section 106 review
• Lichtenwalter update
• Public Art Plan Open House report

Board of Zoning Appeals on 2026-09-17 6:00 PM

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests: a front-yard detached garage with a height variance, a rear setback variance for a deck, and a height variance for a pole barn. Each request involves deviations from the city's Planning and Development Code. The board will decide whether to grant these variances.

• David Flatt, 2770 Heckman Rd.: variance for front-yard detached garage and 1' height variance (19' vs 18' max)
• Dalibor & Dijana Zeljkovic, 5041 Flagstone Dr.: 20.02' rear setback variance for deck (19.98' vs 40' required)
• Olivieri Contracting, 860 Killinger Rd.: 9'5" height variance for pole barn (24'5" vs 15' max)

Committee Meetings on 2026-09-22 5:00 PM

The City of Green's committees will meet to discuss and advance several ordinances and resolutions, including a rezoning of 27.8 acres on Massillon Road at Stein Road from industrial to multi-family residential, new regulations for smoke shops and vape establishments, and a hazardous materials training grant for the fire department. Public hearings are scheduled for October 13, 2026, on the rezoning and zoning amendments. The meeting also includes an executive session to consider a Veterans Advisory Commission appointment.

• Rezoning 27.8 acres at Massillon Road and Stein Road from I-1 to R-2 (public hearing Oct. 13)
• Ordinance to regulate smoke shops and vape/smoke establishments (public hearing Oct. 13)
• Resolution to accept PUCO grant for hazardous materials training for fire personnel
• Resolution to resurface SR-619 (East Turkeyfoot Lake Road) and part of SR-241 (Massillon Rd)
• Resolution establishing a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider three applications for property variances. These requests involve deviations from the Planning & Development Code regarding structure placement, height, and setbacks.

• Variance for a detached garage at 2770 Heckman Rd. to allow front yard placement and 19' height
• Variance for a residential deck at 5041 Flagstone Dr. to allow a 19.98' rear setback
• Variance for a pole barn at 860 Killinger Rd. to allow a 24'5" height

City Council on 2026-09-22 7:00 PM

The Green City Council will hold a public hearing and consider establishing a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V. The council will also take up several other items, including a rezoning of about 27.8 acres on Massillon Road, regulations for smoke shops and vape establishments, and a resolution accepting Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations. Several resolutions and ordinances are on second or third reading, with some amended at this meeting.

• Public hearing and resolution (2026-R49) to establish a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V
• Ordinance (2026-24) to rezone approximately 27.8 acres on the west side of Massillon Road at Stein Road from I-1 (General Industrial) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential)
• Ordinance (2026-22A) to amend Chapter 157 to establish regulations for smoke shops and vape/smoke establishments
• Resolution (2026-R46AA) modifying appropriations within certain funds (third reading, amended)
• Resolution (2026-R43) consenting to ODOT resurfacing of SR-619 (East Turkeyfoot Lake Road) and a portion of SR-241 (Massillon Rd)

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2026-09-16 6:00 PM

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review signage and site plans for two businesses, consider a text amendment to restrict smoke and vape shops, and discuss a separate amendment on data centers. The meeting includes public hearings on the business items and a discussion-only item on data centers.

• Heritage Landscape Supply ID sign review at 4940 Aultman Road (I-1 zoning)
• A&C Naturals ID sign and retail operation conditional use at 4725 Massillon Road (B-3 zoning)
• Land Development Code text amendment on smoke and vape shops (Section 157)
• Discussion only: Land Development Code text amendment on data centers (Section 157)
• Approval of August 19, 2026 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission on 2026-09-16 6:00 PM

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review signage for Heritage Landscape Supply and A&C Naturals, consider a text amendment to regulate smoke/vape shops, and discuss a separate data center text amendment. The meeting includes public hearings on the business items and a discussion-only item on data centers.

• Heritage Landscape Supply ID sign at 4940 Aultman Road (I-1 zoning)
• A&C Naturals ID sign and retail operation at 4725 Massillon Road (B-3 zoning, conditional use)
• Land Development Code text amendment for smoke/vape shops (Section 157)
• Discussion only: Land Development Code text amendment for data centers (Section 157)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review two signage and site plan requests, consider a text amendment to regulate smoke and vape shops, and discuss a separate data center text amendment. The meeting includes public hearings on the business items and a discussion-only item on data centers.

• Heritage Landscape Supply ID sign at 4940 Aultman Road (I-1 zoning)
• A&C Naturals ID sign and retail operation at 4725 Massillon Road (B-3 zoning, conditional use)
• Text amendment to Section 157 for smoke and vape shop establishments
• Discussion only: data center text amendment to Section 157
• Approval of August 19, 2026 meeting minutes

City Council

The Green City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a rezoning of 27.8 acres on Massillon Road at Stein Road from I-1 (General Industrial) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential), new regulations for smoke shops and vape establishments, and a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V. The council will also review recommendations from the Planning and Zoning Commission on the rezoning and a driveway width text amendment, and receive correspondence about Flock camera concerns. Several items are on first reading, with public hearings scheduled for September 22 and October 13.

• Rezoning 27.8 acres at Massillon Road and Stein Road from I-1 to R-2 (2026-24)
• Ordinance to regulate smoke shops and vape establishments (2026-22)
• Street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V (2026-R49)
• Resolution to apply for Muskingum Watershed grant for Crouse Pond (2026-R47)
• Resolution to accept PUCO grant for hazardous materials training (2026-R48)

City Council on 2026-09-08 7:00 PM

The City Council will consider several new pieces of legislation, including grant applications for fire department training and watershed management. The agenda also includes discussions on rezoning land near Massillon Road and Stein Road, as well as new regulations for smoke shops and vape establishments.

• Rezoning 27.8 acres on the west side of Massillon Road at Stein Road from industrial to multi-family residential
• Proposed regulations for smoke shops and vape/smoke establishments
• Resolution to establish a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V
• Grant applications for hazardous materials training and firefighting hose purchases
• Resolution for the resurfacing of SR-619 and portions of SR-241

Committee Meetings on 2026-09-08 5:00 PM

City of Green committee members will meet to discuss several legislative items. The Finance Committee will review resolutions regarding property tax advances and budget appropriations, while the Transportation Committee will consider a resolution for resurfacing SR-619 and SR-241.

• Resolution 2026-R44 to request advanced 2027 property tax funds from Summit County
• Resolution 2026-R45 to accept tax amounts and rates determined by the Budget Commission
• Resolution 2026-R46A to modify appropriations within certain funds
• Resolution 2026-R50 for an Enbridge grant to purchase firefighting hose
• Resolution 2026-R43 for resurfacing SR-619 (East Turkeyfoot Lake Road) and SR-241 (Massillon Rd)

The Finance Committee advanced three resolutions to the regular meeting: 2026-R44 (advancing property tax funds from Summit County), 2026-R45 (accepting tax rates and levies), and 2026-R46AA (modifying appropriations). The Public Safety Committee advanced 2026-R50, a grant application for firefighting hose. The Transportation Committee advanced 2026-R43, consenting to ODOT resurfacing of SR-619 and SR-241. No final votes were taken; all items will be considered at the regular meeting.

• Advanced 2026-R44 (property tax advance) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2026-R45 (tax levy certification) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2026-R46AA (appropriation modifications) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2026-R50 (Enbridge fire hose grant) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2026-R43 (ODOT resurfacing consent) to regular meeting
• Approved August 25, 2026 committee minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)

Civil Service Commission Meeting

The Commission will review expense reports and DocuSign documents, including a promotion for Terry Horvatic. The meeting also covers active eligibility lists and open requisitions for various city roles.

• Promotion of Terry Horvatic to Service Worker III Storm Water
• Review of Service Supervisor eligibility list
• Examination and list creation for Assistant Fire Chief
• Review of active eligibility lists for Fire Medic, Fire Captain, and Firefighter Engineer
• Review of active eligibility lists for Service Worker I and Code Inspector

Committee Meetings

The Green City Council’s September 8, 2026 committee meeting will hold second readings on resolutions to advance 2027 property tax funds and accept tax rates set by the Budget Commission. It will also consider a resolution to apply for an Enbridge grant to purchase firefighting hose. Additionally, a second reading is scheduled for a state transportation project to resurface SR-619 (East Turkeyfoot Lake Road) and a portion of SR-241 (Massillon Road).

• Advance 2027 property tax funds via 2026-R44
• Accept 2027 tax rates via 2026-R45
• Modify appropriations via 2026-R46A
• Apply for Enbridge First Responder Program grant via 2026-R50
• Resurface SR-619 and part of SR-241 via 2026-R43

The Finance, Public Safety, and Transportation committees reviewed and advanced several resolutions to the regular council meeting. The Finance Committee supported second reading passage of resolutions on advancing property taxes, accepting tax rates, and modifying appropriations. The Public Safety Committee supported first reading passage of a grant application for firefighting hose. The Transportation Committee discussed a road resurfacing resolution but did not vote. No final decisions were made at this committee meeting.

• Approved August 25, 2026 committee meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Finance Committee supported second reading of 2026-R44 (advance property tax funds)
• Finance Committee supported second reading of 2026-R45 (accept tax rates and levies)
• Finance Committee supported second reading of 2026-R46AA (modify appropriations)
• Public Safety Committee supported first reading of 2026-R50 (Enbridge grant for fire hose)

Committee Meetings on 2026-09-08 5:00 PM

The City of Green's committees will hold second readings on resolutions to advance property tax funds, accept tax rates for 2027, and modify appropriations, plus a first reading to apply for a firefighting hose grant. They will also consider consenting to ODOT resurfacing of SR-619 and part of SR-241. The meeting is mostly procedural, with no public hearings listed.

• 2026-R44: Resolution requiring Summit County Fiscal Officer to advance property tax funds to the city
• 2026-R45: Resolution accepting 2027 tax amounts and rates from the Budget Commission
• 2026-R46A: Amended resolution modifying appropriations within certain funds
• 2026-R50: First reading to apply for Enbridge Safe Community First Responder Program grant for firefighting hose
• 2026-R43: Resolution consenting to ODOT resurfacing of SR-619 (East Turkeyfoot Lake Road) and part of SR-241 (Massillon Rd)

City Council on 2026-09-08 7:00 PM

The Green City Council will hold a first reading on several ordinances and resolutions, including a rezoning of 27.8 acres at Massillon Road and Stein Road from I-1 (General Industrial) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential), new regulations for smoke shops and vape establishments, and a street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V. The council will also consider accepting grant funds for fire department training and equipment, and approving tax levies and appropriations. Public hearings are scheduled for September 22 and October 13, 2026.

• Rezoning 27.8 acres at Massillon Road and Stein Road from I-1 to R-2 (2026-24)
• New regulations for smoke shops and vape/smoke establishments (2026-22)
• Street lighting district for Stoney Creek Estates Phase V (2026-R49)
• Grant applications: MWCD watershed grant for Crouse Pond, PUCO hazmat training, Enbridge fire hose grant
• Accepting tax levies and modifying appropriations for CY2027

Design Review Board on 2026-09-02 8:30 AM

The Green Design Review Board will meet to review two signage applications: a Heritage Landscape ID sign at 4940 Aultman Road and A&C Naturals signage at 4725 Massillon Road. The board will also approve minutes from the July 1, 2026 meeting. Both items are signage reviews under specific zoning classifications.

• Heritage Landscape ID Sign review at 4940 Aultman Road (zoning I)
• A&C Naturals Signage review at 4725 Massillon Road (zoning B-3)
• Approval of July 1, 2026 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will evaluate two signage applications for compliance with city standards. The items include a landscape ID sign at 4940 Aultman Road and signage for A&C Naturals at 4725 Massillon Road.

• Signage review for Heritage Landscape ID Sign at 4940 Aultman Road
• Signage review for A&C Naturals at 4725 Massillon Road

Parks and Recreation Board Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and receive administrative reports on parks, C.O.R.E., council, and planning and zoning. Unfinished business includes a proposal to amend the board meeting schedule to bi-monthly. The agenda is largely routine, with the main action item being the schedule change.

• Amending Board Meeting Schedule (Bi-Monthly)
• Trick or Treat Trail Table for PRB discussion
• Kleckner Park: bus garage/city storage building progressing, playground and pavilion planned
• Twisted Wilderfest on September 26 at Southgate and Boettler Parks
• Veterans Memorial Park trees damaged by Japanese Beetles, under treatment

Veterans Advisory Commission on 2026-09-01 5:00 PM

The Veterans Advisory Commission of Green, Ohio, is holding a regular meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including approval of the August 4, 2026 meeting minutes, citizen comments, and reports on unfinished and new business. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of August 4, 2026 meeting minutes (TMP-5471)

Veterans Advisory Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Veterans Advisory Commission. The only listed action item is approval of the minutes from the August 4, 2026 meeting; no other business is specified.

• Approval of August 4, 2026 meeting minutes (TMP-5471)

Board of Zoning Appeals on 2026-09-17 6:00 PM

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests. Two involve accessory structure height and placement variances for detached garages, and one involves a rear setback variance for a deck addition. The board will decide whether to grant these variances from the city's planning and development code.

• David Flatt, 2770 Heckman Rd.: variance for front-yard detached garage and 1' height variance (19' vs 18' max)
• Dalibor & Dijana Zeljkovic, 5041 Flagstone Dr.: 20.02' rear setback variance for deck (19.98' vs 40' required)
• Olivieri Contracting, Inc. for 860 Killinger Rd.: 9'5" height variance for pole barn (24'5" vs 15' max)

Committee Meetings

The City of Green's committee meetings include third readings of ordinances granting 100% property tax exemptions for 30 years on improvements to properties owned by Arlington Ridge Market Place, LLC (Chick-fil-A) and Bull Run Ventures, LLC (Brenneman Group). The council will also consider a third reading authorizing the mayor to sign an agreement with Aqua Ohio, Inc., for which a public hearing was held on August 11, 2026. Additionally, the Public Safety Committee will review renewals of Class C & D retail liquor licenses and a new C-1 & C-2 license for CVS Pharmacy at 3761 Massillon Road.

• Third reading: 30-year, 100% property tax exemption for Chick-fil-A improvements (Ordinance 2026-20)
• Third reading: 30-year, 100% property tax exemption for Brenneman Group improvements (Ordinance 2026-21)
• Third reading: Agreement with Aqua Ohio, Inc. (Ordinance 2026-19)
• Renewal of all Class C & D retail liquor licenses effective October 1, 2026
• New C-1 & C-2 liquor license for CVS Pharmacy, 3761 Massillon Road

The committee meetings advanced several items to the regular council meeting, including 30-year property tax exemptions for improvements at Chick-fil-A (Arlington Ridge Market Place) and Brenneman Group (Bull Run Ventures), and a renewal agreement with Aqua Ohio allowing a 5.5-5.75% rate increase over five years. No votes were taken on these items; they were recommended for adoption. The council also held a 7-0 executive session on pending litigation and approved the prior meeting minutes 6-0.

• Approved August 11, 2026 committee minutes (6-0)
• Advanced Chick-fil-A 30-year 100% property tax exemption (Ordinance 2026-20) to regular meeting
• Advanced Brenneman Group 30-year 100% property tax exemption (Ordinance 2026-21) to regular meeting
• Advanced Aqua Ohio agreement renewal with 5.5-5.75% rate increase (Ordinance 2026-19) to regular meeting
• Moved to not request hearings on all Class C & D liquor license renewals
• Moved to not request hearing on new CVS C-1 & C-2 liquor license
• Held executive session on pending litigation (7-0)

City Council on 2026-08-25 7:00 PM

The Green City Council will hold a study session and vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including tax incentive agreements for local businesses and funding requests. The meeting includes approval of past meeting minutes and financial reports, liquor license renewals, and third readings of tax abatement ordinances.

• 2026-R43: Resolution for ODOT resurfacing of SR-619 (East Turkeyfoot Lake Road) and portion of SR-241 (Massillon Rd)
• 2026-R44: Resolution requiring Summit County to advance funds for 2027 property tax
• 2026-R45: Resolution accepting tax amounts and rates for 2027 as determined by Budget Commission
• 2026-R46: Resolution modifying appropriations to provide sufficient funding
• 2026-20: Ordinance granting 100% real property tax exemption for 30 years to Arlington Ridge Market Place LLC (Chick-fil-A)