Kent, Ohio
Kent Ohio average (US Census ACS)
Population27,190
Per-capita income$28,307
Median home value$210,700
Typical home value $254,391 +4.3% yr/yr · +31.1% 5-yr
Próximas reuniones
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00
General
Board reviews variance requests for 636 Emich Drive
The Kent City Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance applications submitted by Halle Troutman for the property at 636 Emich Drive. The first request seeks a 7‑foot setback variance where a 10‑foot minimum is required for a subordinate structure located 3 feet from the east property line. The second request seeks a 6‑foot setback variance where a 15‑foot minimum is required for a subordinate structure located 9 feet from the principal structure. The meeting will also include review of prior minutes and other business.
- Variance request: 7‑foot setback (minimum 10 ft) for subordinate structure 3 ft from east property line, 636 Emich Drive
- Variance request: 6‑foot setback (minimum 15 ft) for subordinate structure 9 ft from principal structure, 636 Emich Drive
- Public hearing on the above variance applications
- Review of meeting minutes from May 18 2026 and June 15 2026
- Other business items
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procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Community
Development Department at (330)678-8108. Any request for auxiliary aid or other accommodation should be made as
soon as possible, but no later than forty-eight hours prior to the event.
KENT CITY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
PUBLIC HEARING & SPECIAL BUSINESS MEETING
CITY OF KENT COUNCIL CHAMBERS
319 S. WATER STREET
JULY 27, 2026
7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PREAMBLE
IV. ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH
V. NEW BUSINESS
BZ26-006 HALLE TROUTMAN
636 EMICH DRIVE
Section: 1106.10(A)
Request: 1. A variance from Section 1106.10(A) to allow a 7- foot variance
where 10 feet is the minimum requirement to allow a subordinate
structure to be located 3 feet from the east property line.
2. A variance from Section 1106.10(A) to allow a 6- foot variance
where 15 feet is the minimum requirement to allow a subordinate
structure to be located 9 feet from the principal structure.
VI. MEETING MINUTES
May 18, 2026
June 15, 2026
VII. OTHER BUSINESS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 17:30
General
Kent City Health Board to hold special meeting
The Kent City Health Board will convene a special meeting to discuss employment matters in an executive session before adjourning.
- Executive session to discuss employment matters
- Meeting at Kent City Hall, 319 South Water Street
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KENT CITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
Kent City Hall
319 South Water Steet
5:30 – 7:00 PM
July 29, 2026
MISSION: Healthy People, Thriving Community, and a Safe Environment
AGENDA for Health Board Special Meeting
1. ROLL CALL
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION - Matters regarding employment.
3. RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
4. ADJOURN MEETING
If you require assistance to attend this meeting, please contact the Health Department at (330) 678-8109.
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City Manager File
Clerk of Council News Media
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
1361 N. Mantua St., Kent
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
1361 N. Mantua St., Kent
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
1361 N. Mantua St., Kent
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
1361 N. Mantua St., Kent
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
1361 N. Mantua St., Kent
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 East Erie Street, Kent
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Feb 17, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Mar 17, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Tue May 11, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue May 11, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue May 11, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Tue May 11, 2027 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Mon May 17, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon May 17, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon May 17, 2027 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jun 21, 2027 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jun 21, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jun 21, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jul 19, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jul 19, 2027 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jul 19, 2027 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Reuniones recientes
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Kent City Council to vote on 2027 tax budget and fire department grants
City Council will consider several ordinances regarding city finances, including the 2027 tax budget and purchase orders exceeding $3,000. The body is also reviewing grant applications for fire department staffing and equipment, as well as a noise ordinance amendment.
- Draft 2026-63: Resolution adopting the tax budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2027
- Draft 2026-61: Authorization to pay purchase orders exceeding $3,000.00
- Draft 2026-65: Application for SAFER grant for three firefighter/paramedic positions
- Draft 2026-71: Amendment to the "Unlawful Noise" section of codified ordinances
- Draft 2026-72: Appointment of Ash D’Angelo to the Sustainability Commission
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should be made as soon as possible, but no later than forty-eight hours prior to the event.
City of Kent
Special City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
Council Chambers
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 7:00pm
AGENDA
1. ROLL CALL
2. CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed under the Consent Agenda are considered routine. Each item will be read
individually into the record and Consent Agenda will then be enacted as a whole by one motion
and one roll call. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion by Council
is desired on any item on the Consent Agenda, that item will be removed from the Consent
Agenda by Council motion and considered in its normal sequence under the Regular Order of
Business.
2.1 DRAFT 2026-61 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR,
UPON THE ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFICATE OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS, TO PAY
CERTAIN PURCHASE ORDERS MADE THAT EXCEED $3000.00; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY .
2.2 DRAFT 2026-62 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY BUDGET &
FINANCE DIRECTOR AND LAW DIRECTOR, OR THEIR DESIGNEES, TO SIGN AN
ADDENDUM TO THE EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF KENT
AND DAVID RULLER AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY .
2.3 DRAFT 2026
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 17:30
General
Kent City Health Board holds special meeting for employment matters
The Kent City Health Board is convening a special meeting to conduct an executive session regarding employment matters before adjourning.
- Executive session to discuss employment matters
- Meeting held at Kent City Hall, 319 South Water Street
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KENT CITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
Kent City Hall
319 South Water Steet
5:30 – 7:00 PM
July 21, 2026
MISSION: Healthy People, Thriving Community, and a Safe Environment
AGENDA for Health Board Special Meeting
1. ROLL CALL
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION - Matters regarding employment.
3. RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
4. ADJOURN MEETING
If you require assistance to attend this meeting, please contact the Health Department at (330) 678-8109.
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City Manager File
Clerk of Council News Media
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission reviews new hires and a testing exemption request
The commission is meeting to approve June 2026 minutes and review personnel updates. The body will consider a request for a testing exemption for specific engineering positions.
- New hires: TJ Grippi (Water Reclamation Facility Manager), Ryan Grant (Water Reclamation Facility Operator), and Alex Labajetta (Water Reclamation Facility Operator)
- Request from Melanie Baker for exemption from testing for Engineering Aide and Engineering Tech positions
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City of Kent Civil Service Meeting
July 20, 2026
319 S. Water Street • Community Room • Kent, Ohio 44240
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
1. CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
a) Approval of June 2026 minutes
b) Personnel Updates:
• New Hires:
TJ Grippi, Water Reclamation Facility Manager, eff. 6/29/26
Ryan Grant, Water Reclamation Facility Operator, eff. 7/6/26
Alex Labajetta, Water Reclamation Facility Operator, eff. 7/7/26
2. BUDGET AND FINANCE
No business.
3. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
No business.
4. HEALTH DEPARTMENT
No business.
5. PARKS & RECREATION
No business.
6. SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
No business.
7. SERVICE DEPARTMENT
Melanie Baker is requesting exemption from testing for the positions of Engineering Aide and
Engineering Tech.
8. OLD BUSINESS
9. NEW BUSINESS
10. ADJOURNMENT
*Rule 7.04 (b) In the case of a vacancy in a position in the classified civil service where peculiar and exceptional qualifications of a sci entific, managerial, professional,
or educational character are required, and upon satisfactory evidence that for specified reasons competition in such special case is impractical and that the position
can best be filled by a selection of some designated person of high and recognized attainments in those qualities, the Commis sion may suspend the provisions of
Section 124.01 to 124.64 of the Revised Code that require competition in such case, but no suspension shall be general in its application. All such ca ses of
suspension shall
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
El Concejo votará sobre la subvención SAFER para tres puestos de bomberos
El Concejo Municipal de Kent considerará una agenda de consentimiento que incluye ordenanzas para solicitar subvenciones de FEMA para personal de bomberos, equipo y capacitación en seguridad, adoptar el presupuesto tributario de 2027, enmendar la ordenanza sobre el ruido y autorizar un acuerdo de uso conjunto para el John Davey Arboretum. Una moción separada nombrará a Ash D'Angelo para la Comisión de Sostenibilidad. Se recibieron comentarios públicos sobre la gestión de nieve/hielo y el paisajismo de Haymaker Parkway.
- Autorizar la solicitud de la subvención SAFER para financiar tres puestos de bombero/paramédico durante tres años
- Adoptar el presupuesto tributario de 2027 y enviarlo al auditor del condado
- Autorizar el acuerdo de uso conjunto para el John Davey Arboretum con Davey Tree Expert Co. y Kent City Schools
- Enmendar la Sección 509.12 (ordenanza de ruido ilegal)
- Nombrar a Ash D'Angelo para la Comisión de Sostenibilidad
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should be made as soon as possible, but no later than forty-eight hours prior to the event.
City of Kent
Regular City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
Council Chambers
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
AGENDA
6:55PM BOARD OF CONTROL
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING will begin immediately after Board of
Control
1. ROLL CALL
2. OPENING REMARKS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mr. Hook
3. COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 Public Comment – Anyone wishing to address Council must submit their written
comments to the Clerk of Council at
[email protected] by 4:30pm on the
meeting day. If also requesting to speak at the meeting, comments are limited to
three (3) minutes.
3.2 Written Communication (on file in Clerk of Council’s office)
3.2.1 On June 25, 2026, the Clerk’s office was notified that, due to a lack of
agenda items, there will be no Planning Commission meeting in July.
3.2.2 On June 30, 2026, the June minutes and July agenda of the Standing Rock
Cemetery Board of Trustees were received and posted online.
3.2.3 On July 2, 2026, an email was received from Rick Hawksley, inquiring
about the progress on establishing a snow and ice management strategy
for the comi
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT
Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
1361 N. Mantua St., Kent
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 17:30
General
La Junta de Vivienda Justa revisará la actualización del estudio de vivienda y el nuevo programa de adquisición
La Junta de Vivienda Justa elegirá un presidente y un vicepresidente, aprobará las actas de la reunión anterior y revisará el Contrato de Servicios de Contacto de Vivienda Justa con datos de informes desde agosto de 2025 hasta febrero de 2026. Los miembros discutirán el HB 135 y recibirán actualizaciones sobre el Comprehensive Community Housing Study and Needs Analysis y el nuevo Housing Acquisition Assistance Program.
- Elección de presidente y vicepresidente
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 8 de diciembre de 2025
- Revisión del Contrato de Servicios de Contacto de Vivienda Justa (datos de agosto 2025-febrero 2026)
- Actualización del Comprehensive Community Housing Study and Needs Analysis
- Nuevo Housing Acquisition Assistance Program
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CITY OF KENT, OHIO
Agenda
City of Kent Fair Housing Board Meeting
July 8, 2026 (5:30 pm – 6:30pm)
To be held at:
Kent City Hall - Community Room
(Lower Level)
319 S. Water Street
Kent, OH 44240
• Roll Call
• Election of Officers (Chair and Vice-Chair)
• Approval of Meeting Minutes: December 8, 2025
• Review of Protected Classes and Fair Housing Ordinance
• Review of Fair Housing Contact Services Contract
o Reporting data (August 2025-February 2026)
• HB 135
• Current City Housing Updates
o Update to the Comprehensive Community Housing Study and Needs Analysis
o New Housing Acquisition Assistance Program
• Adjournment
o Upcoming Workshop: Fair Housing for Real Estate Professionals
July 22, 2026 (1-3PM) at City Hall in Council Chambers
o Upcoming Workshop: Fair Housing for Kent Residents
September 2026
o Next meeting date: Fall 2026 (date TBD)
Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and
procedures in order to participate, should contact the City of Kent Community Development Department at 330-
678-8108 or via e-mail at
[email protected]. Any request for auxiliary aid or other accommodation
should be made as soon as possible, but no later than forty-eight hours prior to the public hearing.
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 17:30
General
Reunión especial de la Comisión de Sostenibilidad sobre temas generales
Esta es una reunión especial de la Comisión de Sostenibilidad de la City of Kent. La agenda incluye únicamente una discusión general sobre temas y proyectos de sostenibilidad, sin propuestas ni decisiones específicas enumeradas. La reunión es esencialmente procedimental y no contiene elementos concretos para acción.
- Discusión general de temas y proyectos de sostenibilidad
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City of Kent, Ohio
Sustainability Commission Meeting
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
July 6, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
City Hall Community Room
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio
1. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Sustainability topics and projects
3. Adjournment
Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in and City or City
Council public meeting or event should contact staff at 330-678-8108. Any request for auxiliary aid or other accommodation should be made as soon as
possible, but no later than forty - eight hours prior to the event.
Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
El Concejo celebra audiencia pública sobre la propuesta de presupuesto tributario para 2027
La reunión comienza con una sesión de la Junta de Control, seguida de una audiencia pública sobre la propuesta de Presupuesto Tributario del Condado para 2027. Posteriormente, la Reunión del Comité del Concejo considera una enmienda a las apropiaciones presupuestarias de 2026, analiza los impactos del ruido del centro en los vecindarios residenciales y revisa las solicitudes de subvenciones de FEMA para el departamento de bomberos. Otros puntos incluyen una actualización del proyecto de matriz solar y solicitudes de subvenciones y préstamos de infraestructura de OPWC. Se ha programado una sesión ejecutiva para asuntos de personal.
- Audiencia pública sobre la propuesta de Presupuesto Tributario del Condado para 2027
- Consideración de la enmienda a las apropiaciones presupuestarias de 2026
- Discusión sobre el impacto del ruido del centro en los vecindarios residenciales
- Solicitudes de subvenciones de FEMA para el Departamento de Bomberos (AFG, FP&S, SAFER)
- Solicitudes de subvenciones y préstamos sin intereses de OPWC para infraestructura
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Kent City Council Committee Meeting
Council Chambers
319 S. Water Street • Kent, Ohio 44240
AGENDA
July 1, 2026
6:55PM BOARD OF CONTROL
PUBLIC HEARING: 2027 TAX BUDGET will begin immediately after Board of Control
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING will begin immediately after Public Hearing
CALL TO ORDER
COMMITTEES
1 Community Development – Chair Shaffer Bish/Vice Chair Wallach
1.1 Solar Array Project Update (Bridget Susel)
2 Committee of the Whole – Chair Amrhein/Vice-Chair Clapper
2.1 Staff Updates
3 Finance – Chair Celko/Vice-Chair Tipton
3.1 Consideration of the Proposed 2027 County Tax Budget (Rhonda Hall)
3.2 2026 Budget Appropriations Amendment (Rhonda Hall)
4 Health & Public Safety – Chair Hook/Vice-Chair Clapper
4.1 Discussion of Downtown Noise Impact on Residential Neighborhoods
(Hope Jones, Bridget Susel, Eric Helmstedter, Nick Shearer)
4.2 Fire Department FEMA Grants (Jamie Samels)
4.2.1 AFG (Assistance to Firefighters) Grant
4.2.2 FP&S (Fire Prevention and Safety) Grant
4.2.3 SAFER Grant
5 Land Use – Chair Clapper/Vice-Chair Hook
6 Streets, Sidewalks & Utilit
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
El Consejo votará sobre colocar la extensión del impuesto sobre la renta en la boleta para la policía y los bomberos
El Consejo de la Ciudad de Kent considerará una resolución para colocar una pregunta en la boleta de noviembre para que los votantes extiendan y amplíen el impuesto sobre la renta de la ciudad a partir del 1 de enero de 2027, para financiar a la policía, los bomberos, el personal del departamento de servicios, los proyectos de calidad de vida y el servicio de deuda. El orden del día de consentimiento incluye varios artículos y ordenanzas rutinarios, incluidas las actualizaciones de las definiciones del código de zonificación y las regulaciones de las entradas de vehículos, un cierre de calle para evento especial en East Erie Street y las enmiendas a la ordenanza de la ciudad. El consejo también entrará en sesión ejecutiva para discutir asuntos de empleados y consultas legales.
- Resolución (BORRADOR 2026-53) para declarar una elección sobre la extensión y ampliación del impuesto sobre la renta para las operaciones municipales, los proyectos de calidad de vida y el servicio de deuda
- Ordenanza (BORRADOR 2026-59) que modifica el código de zonificación para alterar definiciones, agregar nuevas definiciones y especificar las regulaciones de las entradas de vehículos
- Ordenanza (BORRADOR 2026-55) que aprueba las actualizaciones de los planes de reubicación de empleados con Pingree 2000 Real Estate Holdings, LLC y Clerac, LLC (también conocida como Enterprise Holdings, LLC)
- Ordenanza (BORRADOR 2026-57) que autoriza la tercera enmienda a un contrato de arrendamiento con College Town Kent, LLC que cambia el cálculo de la tarifa anual de mantenimiento del estacionamiento
- Solicitud de evento especial (BORRADOR 2026-60) para el cierre total de East Erie Street desde Haymaker Parkway hasta South Water Street el 21 de agosto de 2026
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City of Kent
Regular City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
Council Chambers
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
AGENDA
6:55PM BOARD OF CONTROL
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING will begin immediately after Board of
Control
1. ROLL CALL
2. OPENING REMARKS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mr. Dreger
3. COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 Public Comment – Anyone wishing to address Council must submit their written
comments to the Clerk of Council at
[email protected] by 4:30pm on the
meeting day. If also requesting to speak at the meeting, comments are limited to
three (3) minutes.
3.2 Presentation of Military Order of the Purple Heart Organization Plaque
Matt Kelly, Portage County Auditor
3.3 Written Communication (on file in Clerk of Council’s office)
3.3.1 On May 28, 2026, an email was received from Kevin Koogle, regarding
noise violations from live music at the Zephyr. Mr. Koogle was provided a
link to Kent’s noise ordinance and the email was shared with Council.
3.3.2 On June 1, the Clerk’s office was notified that there will be no Planning
Committee meetings in June.
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
La Comisión de Servicio Civil revisa actualizaciones de personal y exámenes de policía
La Comisión está revisando varias nuevas contrataciones en diversos departamentos de la ciudad, incluyendo policía, tratamiento de agua y GIS. Además, el Jefe Shearer solicita autorización para un examen de oficial de policía de nivel inicial.
- Nueva contratación: David Krise, Geographic Information Systems Technician
- Nueva contratación: Alexa Shumaker, Clerk/Dispatcher
- Nueva contratación: Karissa Brady, Program and Behavior Support Coordinator
- Nuevas contrataciones: Taylor Lambert y Kyle Fitzpatrick, Police Officers
- Nueva contratación: Titus Kerr, Water Treatment Plant Operator
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City of Kent Civil Service Meeting
June 15, 2026
319 S. Water Street • Community Room • Kent, Ohio 44240
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
1. CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
a) Approval of April 2026 minutes
b) Personnel Updates:
• New Hires:
David Krise, Geographic Information Systems Technician, eff. 4/27/26
Alexa Shumaker, Clerk/Dispatcher, eff. 4/29/26
Karissa Brady, Program and Behavior Support Coordinator, eff. 5/4/26
Taylor Lambert, Police Officer, eff. 6/29/26
Kyle Fitzpatrick, Police Officer, eff. 6/29/26
Titus Kerr, Water Treatment Plant Operator, eff. 6/29/26
Gary Stone, Police Chief, eff. 7/13/26
2. BUDGET AND FINANCE
No business.
3. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
No business.
4. HEALTH DEPARTMENT
No business.
5. PARKS & RECREATION
No business.
6. SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
Chief Shearer is requesting authorization for an entry level police officer test.
7. SERVICE DEPARTMENT
No business.
8. OLD BUSINESS
9. NEW BUSINESS
10. ADJOURNMENT
*Rule 7.04 (b) In the case of a vacancy in a position in the classified civil service where peculiar and exceptional qualifications of a sci entific, managerial, professional,
or educational character are required, and upon satisfactory evidence that for specified reasons competition in such special case is impractical and that the position
can best be filled by a selection of some designated person of high and recognized attainments in those qualities, the Commis sion may suspend the provisions of
Section 124.01
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City of Kent Civil Service Meeting
319 S. Water Street
Kent, Ohio 44240
June 15, 2026
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 5:07pm by Tony Mosca.
PRESENT: Tony Mosca; Mariah Taylor; Kathy Coleman
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
a) April minutes were approved by Mr. Mosca’s motion, with Ms. Taylor seconding. The
motion passed by unanimous voice vote.
b) Personnel updates were reviewed.
BUDGET AND FINANCE
No business
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
No business
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
No business
PARKS & RECREATION
No business
SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
Ms. Coleman reported that Chief Shearer has requested authorization for an entry level police
officer test. MOTION TO AUTHORIZE ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICER TEST was made by Mr.
Mosca, seconded by Ms. Taylor, and carried by unanimous voice vote.
SERVICE DEPARTMENT
No business
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:15.
The next meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2026 at 5:00pm.
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
BZA escuchará solicitud de varianza para el retiro de piscina en 1300 Windward Lane
La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación de Kent llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y una reunión de negocios ordinaria. El punto principal es una solicitud de Melissa Clemens para dos varianzas que permitan que una piscina al aire libre se ubique a 11 pies y 8 pulgadas de cada línea de propiedad lateral, en lugar del mínimo requerido de 15 pies. La junta también considerará la aprobación de las actas de las reuniones del 17 de noviembre de 2025 y el 16 de febrero de 2026.
- Varianza de la Sección 1106.11(B) para una reducción del retiro de 4 pies y 4 pulgadas en la línea de propiedad oeste en 1300 Windward Lane
- Varianza de la Sección 1106.11(B) para una reducción del retiro de 4 pies y 4 pulgadas en la línea de propiedad este en la misma dirección
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KENT CITY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
PUBLIC HEARING & REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
CITY OF KENT COUNCIL CHAMBERS
319 S. WATER STREET
June 15, 2026
7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PREAMBLE
IV. ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH
V. OLD BUSINESS
BZ26-005 MELISSA CLEMENS
1300 WINDWARD LANE
Section: 1106.11(B)
Request: 1. A variance from Section 1106.11(B) to allow a 4-foot, 4- inch
variance where 15 feet is the minimum requirement to allow an
outdoor swimming pool to be located 11 feet and 8 inches from the
west property line.
2. A variance from Section 1106.11(B) to allow a 4- foot, 4- inch
variance where 15 feet is the minimum requirement to allow an
outdoor swimming pool to be located 11 feet and 8 inches from the
east property line.
Board of Zoning Appeals Agenda
June 15, 2026
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Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
La junta del cementerio considerará bancos de columbarios y nuevos columbarios
La junta del Standing Rock Cemetery llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria que cubrirá aprobaciones rutinarias de actas, estados financieros y comprobantes. En otros asuntos, la junta revisará cotizaciones para bancos del Cremation Garden y River Columbarium, así como cotizaciones para dos nuevos River Columbariums. La junta también abordará cambios en el personal estacional, incluyendo una renuncia y una nueva contratación.
- Cotización para bancos del Cremation Garden & River Columbarium
- Cotización para dos nuevos River Columbariums
- Cambios en el personal estacional: una renuncia, una nueva contratación
- Discusión del informe de combustible
- Aprobaciones de comprobantes
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STANDING ROCK CEMETERY
AGENDA
June 11, 2026
4:00 P.M.
1. Call the meeting to order
2. Approve Minutes
3. Accept the Financial Statement
4. Approve Vouchers
5. Fuel Report
6. Other
Quote for Cremation Garden & River Columbarium benches
Quote for (2) new River Columbariums
Seasonal employee (1 quit, 1 new hire)
Urban Forestry
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
La Junta votará sobre la renovación del MOU de reducción de daños con Axcess Pointe
La Junta de Salud de Kent considerará autorizar al Comisionado de Salud Interino a firmar una renovación del Memorando de Entendimiento (MOU) con Axcess Pointe para el Programa de Reducción de Daños. La junta también revisará los informes estadísticos y del comisionado de salud de mayo y discutirá sobre Epi Services.
- Autorizar al Comisionado de Salud Interino a firmar la renovación del MOU con Axcess Pointe para el Programa de Reducción de Daños
- Informe Estadístico de mayo e Informe del Comisionado de Salud para revisión
- Elemento de discusión sobre Epi Services
- Comentarios abiertos por Angela DeJulius
- Sesión ejecutiva programada
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City of Kent
Regular Health Board Meeting
201 E. Erie Street, Kent, OH 44240
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Regular Health Board Meeting June 9, 2026
AGENDA
1. Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes
2.1. Minutes Approval
3. Open Comments / Guest Comments
3.1. Angela DeJulius
4. Reports
4.1. May Statistical Report
4.2. Health Commissioner Report - May
5. Discussion Items
5.1. Epi Services
6. Action Items
6.1. Authorize Interim Health Commissioner to sign Renewal of MOU with Axcess
Pointe for Harm Reduction Program
7. Executive Session
8. Adjourn Meeting
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Los comités del Concejo discutirán actualizaciones de zonificación y una enmienda al presupuesto
El Comité del Concejo Municipal de Kent llevará a cabo reuniones de comité el 3 de junio de 2026, para discutir y potencialmente avanzar varios puntos. Las discusiones notables incluyen propuestas de actualizaciones del texto de zonificación, una enmienda a la apropiación presupuestaria de 2026 y enmiendas al acuerdo de Enterprise Rental Car CRA y al arrendamiento de terrenos de College Town Kent. El comité también entrevistará a un candidato para el Comité de Sostenibilidad y discutirá opciones de financiamiento para el personal.
- Propuestas de Actualizaciones del Texto de Zonificación
- Enmienda a las Apropiaciones Presupuestarias de 2026
- Enmienda al Acuerdo de Enterprise Rental Car CRA
- Enmienda al Arrendamiento de Terrenos de College Town Kent
- Solicitud para Modificar el Cierre de Calles para el Evento KSU Flashes First
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✓ Decidido: Council votes 6-1 to replace police station bond with services bond on fall ballot
Council approved retiring the .25 police station bond and replacing it with a .25 services bond for the November ballot (6-1). Also approved an amendment to the Enterprise Rental Car CRA agreement, changes to Sustainability Commission bylaws, a maintenance fee amendment for College Town Kent, 2026 budget appropriations, and several zoning code amendments. Authorized a road closure for the KSU Flashes First event.
- Approved amendment to Enterprise Rental Car CRA agreement (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved changes to Sustainability Commission bylaws with addition of Community Development Director title for approvals (unanimous)
- Approved maintenance fee amendment for College Town Kent land lease (unanimous)
- Retired .25 police station bond and replaced with .25 services bond for fall ballot (6-1, Wallach dissenting)
- Approved 2026 budget appropriations amendment (unanimous)
- Approved zoning code amendments to Section 1102:03 (definitions) and Section 1107:15 (driveways) (unanimous)
- Approved zoning code amendments to Section 1102:03, Chapter 1103, and Section 1110:07, pending Ohio Supreme Court decision (unanimous)
- Authorized road closure change for KSU Flashes First event on August 21 (unanimous)
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Kent City Council Committee Meeting
Council Chambers
319 S. Water Street • Kent, Ohio 44240
AGENDA
June 3, 2026
6:55PM BOARD OF CONTROL
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING will begin immediately after Board of Control
CALL TO ORDER
COMMITTEES
1 Committee of the Whole – Chair Amrhein/Vice-Chair Clapper
1.1 Board/Commission Interview: Ash D’Angelo, Sustainability Committee
1.2 Staff Updates
2 Community Development – Chair Shaffer Bish/Vice Chair Wallach
2.1 Amendment to Enterprise Rental Car CRA Agreement (Bridget Susel)
2.2 Amendment to Sustainability Commission By Laws (Bridget Susel)
2.3 Amendment to College Town Kent Land Lease (Bridget Susel)
3 Finance – Chair Celko/Vice-Chair Tipton
3.1 Staffing Funding Options Discussion (Dave Ruller, Rhonda Hall)
3.2 2026 Budget Appropriations Amendment (Rhonda Hall)
4 Health & Public Safety – Chair Hook/Vice-Chair Clapper
5 Land Use – Chair Clapper/Vice-Chair Hook
5.1 Proposed Zoning Text Updates (Bridget Susel)
6 Streets, Sidewalks & Utilities – Chair Wallach/Vice-Chair Tipton
6.1 Request to Modify the Street Closure for KSU Flashes F
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 17:30
General
La Comisión de Sostenibilidad celebra una reunión especial sobre proyectos
La Comisión de Sostenibilidad de Kent celebrará una reunión especial el 1 de junio de 2026 para discutir temas y proyectos generales de sostenibilidad. El orden del día enumera únicamente la apertura de la sesión, la discusión de temas de sostenibilidad y el cierre, sin que se identifiquen propuestas, votos o partidas financieras específicas.
- Discusión general de temas y proyectos de sostenibilidad (no se proporcionaron detalles específicos)
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City of Kent, Ohio
Sustainability Commission Meeting
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
June 1, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
City Hall Community Room
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio
1. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Sustainability topics and projects
3. Adjournment
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 17:30
General
La Junta de Vivienda Justa revisará los datos del contrato y la actualización del estudio de vivienda
La Junta de Vivienda Justa de Kent elegirá funcionarios, aprobará actas y revisará las clases protegidas y la Ordenanza de Vivienda Justa. Examinarán el Contrato de Servicios de Contacto de Vivienda Justa con datos de informes desde agosto de 2025 hasta febrero de 2026, discutirán el HB 135 y recibirán actualizaciones sobre el Estudio Integral de Vivienda Comunitaria y Análisis de Necesidades y un nuevo Programa de Asistencia para la Adquisición de Viviendas. También se establecerán las fechas de las próximas reuniones.
- Elección de Presidente y Vicepresidente
- Revisión del Contrato de Servicios de Contacto de Vivienda Justa con datos de informes (agosto de 2025–febrero de 2026)
- Discusión del HB 135
- Actualización del Estudio Integral de Vivienda Comunitaria y Análisis de Necesidades
- Nuevo Programa de Asistencia para la Adquisición de Viviendas
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CITY OF KENT, OHIO
Agenda
City of Kent Fair Housing Board Meeting
May 26, 2026 at 5:30 pm
To be held at:
Kent City Hall - Community Room
(Lower Level)
319 S. Water Street
Kent, OH 44240
• Roll Call
• Election of Officers (Chair and Vice-Chair)
• Approval of Meeting Minutes: December 8, 2025
• Review of Protected Classes and Fair Housing Ordinance
• Review of Fair Housing Contact Services Contract
o Reporting data (August 2025-February 2026)
• HB 135
• Current City Housing Updates
o Update to the Comprehensive Community Housing Study and Needs Analysis
o New Housing Acquisition Assistance Program
• Adjournment
o Next Workshop: Fair Housing for Real Estate Professionals: Summer 2026 (date TBD)
o Next meeting date: Fall 2026 (date TBD)
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Thu May 21, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Wed May 20, 2026 · 18:50
General
El Concejo considerará la solicitud de préstamo de OEPA para el Edificio de Cabezal de Influente de la WRF
Esta reunión especial del comité del Concejo Municipal discutirá una solicitud de préstamo de la Agencia de Protección Ambiental de Ohio (OEPA) para el Edificio de Cabezal de Influente de la Instalación de Reclamación de Agua (WRF). La reunión sigue a una audiencia pública e incluye únicamente este punto sustantivo antes del cierre.
- Discusión de la solicitud de préstamo de OEPA para el Edificio de Cabezal de Influente de la WRF (Jim Bowling, Rhonda Hall)
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City of Kent
Special City Council Committee Meeting
Council Chambers
319 S. Water Street, Kent, OH 44240
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Immediately following Public Hearing
Special City Council Committee Meeting May 20, 2026
AGENDA
1. Welcome
2. WRF Influent Headworks Building – OEPA Loan Request (Jim Bowling, Rhonda Hall)
3. Adjournment
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 18:45
City Council
Ciudad y municipio fijarán tasa impositiva del cementerio, nombrarán fiduciario y aprobarán aumentos
En una reunión conjunta especial, el Concejo Municipal de Kent y los Fiduciarios del Municipio de Franklin considerarán tres resoluciones conjuntas: fijar un impuesto sobre el cementerio de 0.60-mill para 2026, nombrar a un fiduciario municipal en la Junta del Cementerio Standing Rock para 2027-2029 y otorgar aumentos salariales al personal del Cementerio Standing Rock. Las tres resoluciones se declaran emergencias.
- DRAFT 2026-39: Resolución conjunta que fija un impuesto de 0.60-mill para fines del cementerio tanto para Kent como para el Municipio de Franklin para el año fiscal 2026.
- DRAFT 2026-40: Resolución conjunta que nombra a un fiduciario del Municipio de Franklin en la Junta de Fiduciarios del Cementerio Standing Rock (período del 1 de enero de 2027 al 31 de diciembre de 2029).
- DRAFT 2026-41: Resolución conjunta que otorga aumentos de salario y pago por hora al personal del Cementerio Standing Rock.
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✓ Decidido: Council sets cemetery tax rate and approves staff raises
The City Council approved a .60-mill tax rate for Standing Rock Cemetery and cost-of-living increases for cemetery staff. The body also appointed a Franklin Township trustee to the cemetery board.
- Set cemetery tax rate at .60 mills (unanimous)
- Appointed Glenn Russell to Standing Rock Cemetery Board (unanimous)
- Approved cost-of-living increases for cemetery salaries (unanimous)
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Special City Council Meeting with
Franklin Township Trustees
Council Chambers
319 S. Water Street, Kent, OH 44240
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 • 6:45pm
Special City Council Meeting May 20, 2026
AGENDA - Amended
1. Welcome/Roll Call
2. Legislation
2.1. Franklin Township Ordinances:
DRAFT 2026-39 A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP AND THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT, OHIO,
PURSUANT TO OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION 759.34 DETERMINING
THAT THE RATE OF TAXES TO BE LEVIED UPON ALL THE TAXABLE
PROPERTY OF SAID MUNICIPALITY AND SAID TOWNSHIP FOR CEMETERY
PURPOSES FOR THE TAX YEAR OF 2026 SHALL BE AND HEREBY IS FIXED
IN AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO .60 MILLS FOR THE CITY OF KENT AND .60
MILLS FOR FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
DRAFT 2026-40 A JOINT RESOLUTION APPOINTING ________________, A
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, TO THE STANDING ROCK CEMETERY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE
OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION 759.36, EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2027 AND
ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2029, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
DRAFT 2026-41 A JOINT RESOLUTION GRANTING SALARY AND HOURLY
PAY RAISES TO THE PERSONNEL OF THE STANDING ROCK CEMETERY,
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
3. Adjournment
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Audiencia pública sobre el Plan de Acción PY 2026 de la Subvención en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario
La reunión incluye una audiencia pública sobre el Plan de Acción PY 2026 de la Subvención en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario, seguida de una agenda de consentimiento con ordenanzas rutinarias. Los elementos clave del consentimiento incluyen acuerdos de incentivos fiscales con Davey Tree Expert Co., Mazda y K Laben Property Management, la venta de una propiedad excedente en 500 Middlebury Road, una subvención de la FDA de $10,000 para el Departamento de Salud y un acuerdo de préstamo con la Ohio EPA para el proyecto del Edificio de Cabezales de Entrada de la Instalación de Reclamación de Agua. Los comités del Concejo informan que no hay asuntos pendientes.
- Audiencia pública sobre el Plan de Acción PY 2026 de la Subvención en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario
- Ordenanza para continuar el Acuerdo de Zona Empresarial con Davey Tree Expert Co. y los acuerdos de Área de Reinversión Comunitaria con Mazda y K Laben Property Management (exenciones fiscales)
- Ordenanza que autoriza la venta de la propiedad excedente en 500 Middlebury Road mediante subasta en línea
- Ordenanza que acepta una subvención de la FDA de $10,000 para el Departamento de Salud de la Ciudad de Kent
- Ordenanza que autoriza el acuerdo de préstamo con la Ohio EPA para el proyecto del Edificio de Cabezales de Entrada de la Instalación de Reclamación de Agua
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✓ Decidido: Council approves April meeting minutes, no other substantive actions
Kent City Council approved the April regular council meeting minutes by a 6-0-1 vote, with Ms. Wallach abstaining. No other substantive decisions were made; draft ordinances on CDBG housing assistance, a water reclamation facility loan, and an ODOT project partnership were listed under new business but not voted on. Committee reports showed no actions. Council also heard a constituent concern about housing conditions.
- Approved April regular council meeting minutes (6-0-1, Wallach abstaining)
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City of Kent
Regular City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
Council Chambers
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
AGENDA
6:45PM SPECIAL MEETING WITH FRANKLIN TWP TRUSTEES
7:00PM PUBLIC HEARING: Community Development Block Grant PY 2026 Action
Plan
SPECIAL COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING will begin immediately after the
Public Hearing
BOARD OF CONTROL will begin immediately after the Special Council
Committee Meeting
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING will begin immediately after Board of
Control
1. ROLL CALL
2. OPENING REMARKS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mr. Clapper
3. COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 Public Comment – Anyone wishing to address Council must submit their written
comments to the Clerk of Council at
[email protected] by 4:30pm on the
meeting day. If also requesting to speak at the meeting, comments are limited to
three (3) minutes.
3.2 Written Communication (on file in Clerk of Council’s office)
3.2.1 On April 13, 2026, the Clerk’s office received notice that the April 21st
Planning Commission meeting had been cancelled due to lack of agenda
items.
3.2.2
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
La Comisión de Planificación considerará enmiendas al texto del código de zonificación y un plan de señalización
La Comisión de Planificación de Kent llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre dos puntos: enmiendas propuestas al texto del Código de Zonificación que cubren definiciones, distritos de zonificación, estacionamiento y no conformidades; y una enmienda a un Plan Integral de Señalización previamente aprobado para The Davey Tree Expert Company en 6700 State Route 43. Se espera que la Comisión tome medidas sobre ambos puntos.
- PC26-004: Davey Tree Expert Company – Enmienda al Plan Integral de Señalización para la propiedad en 6700 State Route 43
- PC26-005: City of Kent – Enmiendas de texto a los Capítulos 1102 (Definiciones), 1103 (Distritos de Zonificación), 1107 (Estacionamiento, Carga, Gestión de Acceso) y 1110 (No conformidades) del Código de Zonificación
- Se escuchará el testimonio público sobre ambos puntos antes de la acción de la Comisión
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KENT CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
BUSINESS MEETING
CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
319 S. WATER ST.
MAY 19, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PREAMBLE
IV. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH
V. CORRESPONDENCE
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. PC26-004 THE DAVEY TREE EXPERT COMPANY
6700 STATE ROUTE 43
The applicant is seeking approval of an amendment to a previously approved
Comprehensive Sign Plan (CSP) for the property located at 6700 State Route 43. The
property is located within the R-T-O: Research, Technology, and Office Zoning District
1. Project introduction and report by Staff
2. Applicant presentation
3. Questions of Staff and Applicant by the Commission
4. Hearing of Public Testimony by the Commission
5. Closing of Public Comment Hearing by the Commission
6. Follow-up/additional questions by the Commission for Staff and Applicant
7. Final Staff Comments
8. Discussion by the Commission
9. Action by the Commission
B. PC26-005 CITY OF KENT
The applicant is seeking approval of text amendments to
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St. , Kent
Mon May 18, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Cuatro solicitudes de varianza en la agenda: vivienda, piscina, cerca
La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y una reunión ordinaria de negocios para considerar cuatro solicitudes de varianza. Los puntos incluyen solicitudes para reducir los retrocesos frontales y laterales para una vivienda y una estructura subordinada en 120 Portage Street, reducir un retroceso lateral para una estructura en 1477 Mogadore, exceder la altura máxima de la cerca en 1313 Windward Lane, y reducir los retrocesos de la piscina en 1300 Windward Lane. La junta puede votar sobre cada solicitud después de las presentaciones del personal y del solicitante y del comentario público.
- BZ26-002: Varianza para construir una vivienda a 7 ft 6 in de la línea de propiedad frontal (requiere 35 ft) y una estructura subordinada a 1 ft de la línea este (requiere 10 ft) en 120 Portage Street
- BZ26-003: Varianza para permitir una estructura subordinada a 6 ft 8 in de la línea de propiedad sur (requiere 10 ft) en 1477 Mogadore
- BZ26-004: Varianza para construir una cerca de 4 ft 6 in de altura donde el máximo es 4 ft en 1313 Windward Lane
- BZ26-005: Dos varianzas para colocar una piscina exterior a 5 ft de las líneas de propiedad este y trasera (requiere 15 ft) en 1300 Windward Lane
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KENT CITY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
PUBLIC HEARING & REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
CITY OF KENT COUNCIL CHAMBERS
319 S. WATER STREET
May 18, 2026
7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PREAMBLE
IV. ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH
V. NEW BUSINESS
BZ26-002 RICK HAWKSLEY & JOAN INDERHEES
120 PORTAGE STREET
Section: 1103.11(E) & 1106.10(A)
Request: 1. A variance from Section 1103.11(E) to allow a 27-foot 6-inch
variance where 35 feet is the minimum requirement to allow a
dwelling unit to be constructed 7 feet 6 inches from the front
property line.
2. A variance from Section 1106.10(A) to allow a 9-foot variance
where 10 feet is the minimum requirement to allow a subordinate
structure to be located 1-foot from the east property line.
1. Staff Presentation of Case
2. Applicant Presentation of Case
3. Public Comment
4. Board of Zoning Appeals Discussion/ Action
Board of Zoning Appeals Agenda
May 18, 2026
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Thu May 14, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
La junta votará sobre la aprobación de vales
La junta abrirá la reunión, aprobará las actas de la reunión anterior, aceptará el estado financiero y votará sobre los vales. Se presentará un informe de uso de combustible. La agenda también incluye un punto etiquetado como “Molai Maint. Bldg. quote” bajo Otros.
- Aprobar actas de la reunión
- Aceptar estado financiero
- Aprobar vales
- Presentación del informe de combustible
- Otros: Molai Maintenance Building quote
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✓ Decidido: Standing Rock Cemetery approves $26,000 for maintenance building repairs
Trustees approved quotes for building repairs and a family monument replacement. The board was notified that the cemetery is liable for a $100,000 judgment following a rejected court appeal.
- Approved April 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved April 2026 financial statement (3-0)
- Approved vouchers for payment (3-0)
- Approved $26,000 Deckmaster quote for maintenance building repairs (3-0)
- Approved $2,092 Portage Marble & Granite quote for Mosher family monument replacement (3-0)
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STANDING ROCK CEMETERY
AGENDA
May 14, 2026
4:00 P.M.
1. Call the meeting to order
2. Approve Minutes
3. Accept the Financial Statement
4. Approve Vouchers
5. Fuel Report
6. Other
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Tue May 12, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
La Junta votará sobre el comisionado de salud interino y los estatutos revisados
La Junta de Salud de la Ciudad de Kent considerará nombramientos, incluyendo la votación de Jalessa Caples como Comisionado de Salud Interino, y votará sobre los estatutos revisados. La junta también discutirá una despensa temporal, el aumento propuesto de las cuotas para AOHC y una subvención para mosquitos. Se aprobarán los gastos de febrero a abril de 2026.
- Votación sobre Jalessa Caples como Comisionado de Salud Interino y el memorando de compensación relacionado
- Votación sobre los estatutos revisados de la Junta de Salud
- Votación para el Presidente y Vicepresidente de la Junta de Salud
- Aprobación de gastos y compromisos para febrero, marzo y abril de 2026
- Discusión sobre la subvención para mosquitos y cómo proceder
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KENT CITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
Kent City Health Department
201 E. Erie Street
5:30 – 7:00 PM
May 12, 2026
MISSION: Healthy people, Thriving Community, and a Safe Environment.
AGENDA
1. ROLL CALL (1 minute)
2. MINUTES APPROVAL (5 minutes)
No meeting in April
3. OPEN COMMENTS/GUEST COMMENTS (3 minutes per guest)
4. REPORTS (20 minutes)
A. Statistical Report for April – Jalessa Caples
B. Health Department Report for April – Jalessa Caples
5. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Pop-up Pantry
B. Proposed increase in AOHC dues
C. Mosquito Grant and how to proceed
D. Moving July Board Meeting
6. ACTION ITEMS (15 minutes)
A. Expenditures and Encumbrances February, March and April 2026
B. Voting for Board of Health President and Vice-President
C. Voting on revised Board of Health Bylaws
D. Voting for Jalessa Caples to become Agency Head, Agency Financial Head, and Program
Director in GMIS for the Work Force Grant
E. Voting for approval of Joan Seidel’s retirement
F. Voting for approval of Jalessa Caples as Interim Health Commissioner
G. Vote to allow Jalessa Caples as Interim Health Commissioner and Kyle Kelly Sanitarian to
be representative and alternate for the Public Entities Pool of Ohio (PEP)
H. Vote to sign Interim Compensation Memo and Status Form
7. EXECUTIVE SESSION -Personnel with HR Director
8. ADJOURN MEETING
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 17:30
General
La Comisión revisará y votará sobre los estatutos redactados
La Kent Sustainability Commission se reunirá el 11 de mayo de 2026 en el City Hall. La agenda incluye la elección de un Presidente y un Vicepresidente, y la revisión de los estatutos redactados para su posible aprobación. La reunión también dispone de tiempo para comentarios públicos antes del cierre.
- Elección de los Funcionarios de la Comisión (Presidente y Vicepresidente)
- Revisión y posible aprobación de los estatutos redactados
- Asuntos Varios/Comentarios Abiertos para la opinión del público
- Apertura de la Sesión y Pase de Lista
- Cierre de la Sesión
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Sustainability Commission Meeting
AGENDA
May 11, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
City Hall Community Room
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio
1. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Election of Commission Officers (Chair and Vice Chair)
3. Review Drafted Bylaws for Approval
4. Good of the Order/Open Comments
5. Adjournment
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Wed May 6, 2026 · 18:45
City Council
El Concejo Municipal de Kent y el Municipio de Franklin establecerán la tasa de impuestos del Cementerio Standing Rock
La Ciudad de Kent y los Fideicomisarios del Municipio de Franklin celebrarán una reunión conjunta especial para administrar el Cementerio Standing Rock. El organismo discutirá obligaciones financieras y votará sobre tasas de impuestos, nombramientos de personal e incrementos salariales.
- Tasa de impuesto propuesta de .60 mills para la Ciudad de Kent y .60 mills para el Municipio de Franklin para fines del cementerio de 2026
- Nombramiento de un Fideicomisario del Municipio de Franklin a la Junta del Cementerio Standing Rock para el período del 1/1/27 al 12/31/29
- Tarifas salariales por hora propuestas para el personal del Cementerio Standing Rock vigentes a partir del 1 de junio de 2026, incluyendo $22.50/hr para Clase III y Secretario-Tesorero
- Discusión con respecto a la obligación monetaria anual pagada al cementerio
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✓ Decidido: Council sets cemetery tax rate and appoints trustee
The City Council approved a draft resolution to set the Standing Rock Cemetery tax rate at .60 mills for 2026 and appointed Franklin Township Trustee Glenn Russell to the cemetery board. The council also approved a draft resolution granting cost-of-living increases to cemetery personnel.
- Set Standing Rock Cemetery tax rate at .60 mills (unanimous)
- Appointed Glenn Russell to Standing Rock Cemetery Board (unanimous)
- Approved cost-of-living increases to cemetery salaries (unanimous)
- Passed first reading for all three resolutions
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Kent City Council
Special Joint Meeting
with Franklin Township Trustees
319 S. Water Street • Kent, Ohio 44240 • Council Chambers
May 6, 2026 • 6:45pm
AGENDA
6:45pm
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
1. DISCUSSION – Agreement between the City and Township regarding annual obligation
of money paid to the cemetery.
2. SET TAX RATE FOR SUPPORT OF STANDING ROCK CEMETERY
DRAFT 2026-39 A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF FRANKLIN
TOWNSHIP AND THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT, OHIO, PURSUANT TO OHIO RE-
VISED CODE SECTION 759.34 DETERMINING THAT THE RATE OF TAXES TO BE LEVIED
UPON ALL THE TAXABLE PROPERTY OF SAID MUNICIPALITY AND SAID TOWNSHIP FOR
CEMETERY PURPOSES FOR THE TAX YEAR OF 2026 SHALL BE AND HEREBY IS FIXED IN
AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO .60 MILLS FOR THE CITY OF KENT AND .60 MILLS FOR
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP , AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
3. APPOINT FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE TO SERVE ON STANDING ROCK
CEMETERY BOARD FOR TERM 1/1/27 TO 12/31/29
DRAFT 2026-40 A JOINT RESOLUTION APPOINTING ________________, A FRANKLIN
TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE, TO THE STANDING ROCK CEMETERY BOARD OF TRUSTEES, IN
ACCORDANCE WI
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Wed May 6, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
El Comité del Concejo considerará un cambio en la ordenanza de estacionamiento y el acuerdo de la SR 59
La reunión del Comité del Concejo Municipal de Kent el 6 de mayo se lleva a cabo después de una reunión conjunta especial con Franklin Township y una sesión de la Junta de Control. El comité discutirá actualizaciones del personal, una revisión de incentivos fiscales, una encuesta de negocios del centro sobre el cierre de Franklin Ave., adjudicaciones de fondos para servicios sociales de 2026, financiamiento de personal, venta de propiedades excedentes, renovación de la subvención de la FDA, un cambio en la ordenanza de estacionamiento en Needham Ave, cambios en la ordenanza NPDES y una enmienda al acuerdo de diseño de transporte de la SR 59.
- Actualización de la Revisión de Incentivos Fiscales
- Encuesta de Negocios del Centro de Main Street Kent sobre el Cierre de Franklin Ave.
- Adjudicaciones de Fondos para Servicios Sociales de 2026
- Consideración del Cambio Propuesto en la Ordenanza de Estacionamiento de Needham Ave
- Mejoras de Transporte Alternativo de la SR 59 – Enmienda al Acuerdo de Diseño Interinstitucional
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✓ Decidido: Council approves tax, grant, and property sale proposals unanimously
The Kent City Council approved multiple proposals, including a $10,000 FDA grant, a surplus property sale at 500 Middlebury Rd., and amendments to parking and stormwater ordinances. The committee also discussed a proposal to sunset a 0.25% income tax to fund police and fire staffing.
- Approved $10,000 FDA grant with emergency clause (unanimous)
- Authorized sale of surplus property at 500 Middlebury Rd. via absolute auction (unanimous)
- Amended parking regulations on Needham Avenue (unanimous)
- Authorized modification to stormwater ordinances (unanimous)
- Authorized amendments to SR59 project agreement (unanimous)
- Accepted TIRC recommendations for Enterprise Zone agreements (unanimous)
- Approved $100,000 for 2026 Social Service Funding Awards
- Discussed proposal to sunset 0.25% income tax for police/fire staffing
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Kent City Council Committee Meeting
Council Chambers
319 S. Water Street • Kent, Ohio 44240
AGENDA
May 6, 2026
6:45 PM SPECIAL MEETING WITH FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTESS
BOARD OF CONTROL immediately following Special Meeting
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING will begin immediately after Board of Control
CALL TO ORDER
COMMITTEES
1 Committee of the Whole – Chair Amrhein/Vice-Chair Clapper
1.1 Staff Updates
2 Community Development – Chair Shaffer Bish/Vice Chair Wallach
2.1 Tax Incentive Review Update (Bridget Susel)
2.2 Main Street Kent Downtown Business Poll on Franklin Ave. Closure
(Bridget Susel, Heather Malarcik)
2.3 2026 Social Service Funding Awards (Bridget Susel)
3 Finance – Chair Celko/Vice-Chair Tipton
3.1 Staffing Funding Discussion continued (Dave Ruller, Rhonda Hall)
3.2 Consideration of Sale of Surplus City Property (Angela Manley)
4 Health & Public Safety – Chair Hook/Vice-Chair Clapper
4.1 FDA grant renewal and appropriation of funds (Health Department)
5 Land Use – Chair Clapper/Vice-Chair Hook
6 Streets, Sidewalks & Utilities – Chair Wallach/Vice-Chair
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Tue May 5, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon May 4, 2026 · 17:30
General
La Comisión de Sostenibilidad elegirá funcionarios y aprobará los estatutos
La Comisión de Sostenibilidad de Kent se reúne para una sesión organizativa con el fin de elegir un presidente y un vicepresidente, así como para revisar y aprobar los borradores de los estatutos. No hay decisiones de política ni audiencias públicas programadas.
- Elección de los funcionarios de la comisión (presidente y vicepresidente)
- Revisión y posible aprobación de los borradores de los estatutos
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Sustainability Commission Meeting
AGENDA
May 4, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
City Hall Community Room
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio
1. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Election of Commission Officers (Chair and Vice Chair)
3. Review Drafted Bylaws for Approval
4. Good of the Order/Open Comments
5. Adjournment
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Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
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Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
La Junta considerará una varianza para una vivienda en 120 Portage Street y otras solicitudes de retranqueo
La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y decidirá sobre dos solicitudes de varianza: una en 120 Portage Street para permitir una vivienda a 7.5 pies de la línea de propiedad frontal y una estructura subordinada a 1 pie de la línea este, y otra en 1477 Mogadore para permitir una estructura subordinada a 6 pies 8 pulgadas de la línea de propiedad sur. La junta también considerará la aprobación de las actas de las reuniones de noviembre de 2025 y febrero de 2026.
- Solicitud de varianza de Rick Hawksley & Joan Inderhees en 120 Portage Street para reducir el retranqueo frontal de 35 ft a 7 ft 6 in para una unidad de vivienda
- La misma propiedad solicita una varianza de 9-ft para colocar una estructura subordinada a 1 ft de la línea de propiedad este (se requiere un mínimo de 10 ft)
- Solicitud de varianza de Michael Dialsandro en 1477 Mogadore para reducir el retranqueo de la estructura subordinada de 10 ft a 6 ft 8 in de la línea de propiedad sur (varianza de 3 ft 4 in)
- Aprobación de las actas de las reuniones del 17 de noviembre de 2025 y el 16 de febrero de 2026
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KENT CITY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
PUBLIC HEARING & REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
CITY OF KENT COUNCIL CHAMBERS
319 S. WATER STREET
April 20, 2026
7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PREAMBLE
IV. ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH
V. NEW BUSINESS
BZ26-002 RICK HAWKSLEY & JOAN INDERHEES
120 PORTAGE STREET
Section: 1103.11(E) & 1106.10(A)
Request: 1. A variance from Section 1103.11(E) to allow a 27-foot 6-inch
variance where 35 feet is the minimum requirement to allow a
dwelling unit to be constructed 7 feet 6 inches from the front
property line.
2. A variance from Section 1106.10(A) to allow a 9-foot variance
where 10 feet is the minimum requirement to allow a subordinate
structure to be located 1-foot from the east property line.
1. Staff Presentation of Case
2. Applicant Presentation of Case
3. Public Comment
4. Board of Zoning Appeals Discussion/ Action
Board of Zoning Appeals Agenda
April 20, 2026
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Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
La Comisión de Servicio Civil de Kent vota sobre actualizaciones de personal y nombramientos excepcionales.
La Comisión de Servicio Civil de Kent se reunirá para elegir un presidente y un vicepresidente, aprobar las actas de febrero y revisar las actualizaciones de personal, incluyendo nuevas contrataciones, traslados, renuncias y jubilaciones. La comisión también considerará solicitudes para omitir las reglas estándar de contratación competitiva para varios puestos especializados bajo la Regla 7.04(b). Otros comités permanentes informan que no hay asuntos para esta sesión.
- Elección del Presidente y Vicepresidente de la Comisión de Servicio Civil
- Actualizaciones de personal: nueva contratación Alex Labajetta, tres traslados, dos renuncias y una jubilación
- El Departamento de Salud solicita aprobar las descripciones de puestos para Chief Sanitarian y Accreditation Coordinator
- Solicitudes para suspender la contratación competitiva para Program and Behavior Support Coordinator, dos roles de Water Plant Operator y GIS Technician bajo la Regla 7.04(b)
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✓ Decidido: Civil Service Commission approves job updates and appointments
The commission approved updated job descriptions for Chief Sanitarian and Accreditation Coordinator, authorized an exam for a health sanitarian position, and authorized exceptional appointments for a Program and Behavior Support Coordinator, water plant operators, and a GIS Technician. All votes were unanimous. The commission also elected Tony Mosca as chair and Mariah Taylor as vice-chair.
- Approved updated Chief Sanitarian job description (unanimous)
- Approved updated Accreditation Coordinator job description (unanimous)
- Authorized exam for Registered Environmental Health Sanitarian/Public Health Sanitarian (unanimous)
- Authorized exceptional appointment for Program and Behavior Support Coordinator (unanimous)
- Authorized exceptional appointments for Water Treatment Plant Operator and Water Plant Operator (unanimous)
- Authorized exceptional appointment for GIS Technician (unanimous)
- Elected Tony Mosca as chair (unanimous)
- Elected Mariah Taylor as vice-chair (unanimous)
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City of Kent Civil Service Meeting
April 20, 2026 • 5:00pm
319 S. Water Street • Community Room • Kent, Ohio 44240
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
1. CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
a) Welcome new commissioner Mariah Taylor
b) Meeting terminology review
• Opening the Meeting: Chair announces the time and opens the meeting
(ex. “It’s 5:00pm, let’s get started with the April 20th Civil Service meeting”)
• Making a Motion: "I move that… [exact action to be taken]" or "I move to
adopt… [policy/plan]. "
• Seconding: "Second!" or "I second the motion" .
• Chairperson Processing:
"It has been moved and seconded that... "
“All in favor, say ‘Aye. ’ Opposed, say ‘Nay’ or ‘No. ’”
• Abstaining: Simply say “Abstain” or “I abstain. ”
• Adjourning: Motion not necessary unless closing the meeting early with
business remaining.
c) Election of Chair/Vice-Chair
d) Approval of February 2026 minutes
e) Personnel Updates:
• New Hires:
Alex Labajetta, Water Reclamation Plant Operator, eff. 4/6/26
* Acceptance of job offer withdrawn due to personal reasons 4/3/26
• Transfers:
Benjamin Brown, transfer to Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic, eff. 2/23/26
Chris Janos, transfer to Central Maintenance Laborer, eff. 3/23/26
Tracy Huffman, transfer to Utility Billing Clerk, eff. 4/13/26
• Resignations:
Justin Smith, Chief Sanitarian, resignation eff. 3/13/26
Jared Lawrence, Police Officer, resignation eff. 3/27/26
• Retirements:
Joan Seidel, Health Commissioner, retirement eff. 4/24/26
2. BUDGET AND FI
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Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
El Concejo votará sobre una moratoria temporal para centros de datos de IA
El Concejo Municipal de Kent considerará una agenda de consentimiento que incluye una moratoria de un año sobre los permisos para centros de datos de IA, un nuevo programa de asistencia para la adquisición de viviendas para convertir alquileres en propiedades ocupadas por sus dueños, y solicitudes de subvenciones que incluyen $500,000 para el proyecto de North Mantua Street y $25,000 para equipos de rescate de bomberos. La reunión también incluye el nombramiento de Julie Kenworthy al Comité de Diseño y Preservación y la aceptación del Plan de Mitigación de Riesgos del Condado de Portage.
- Proyecto de ordenanza que impone una moratoria de un año sobre los permisos para centros de datos de IA dentro de los límites de la ciudad
- Proyecto de ordenanza que autoriza un Programa de Asistencia para la Adquisición de Viviendas para promover la propiedad de viviendas y convertir alquileres unifamiliares en propiedades ocupadas por sus dueños
- Proyecto de ordenanza que autoriza la solicitud de una subvención de $500,000 del Distrito de Mejora del Transporte de ODOT para el proyecto de North Mantua Street
- Proyecto de ordenanza que autoriza la solicitud de una subvención de $25,000 de la Joey D. Foundation para comprar equipos de rescate personales para el departamento de bomberos
- Moción para nombrar a Julie Kenworthy al Comité de Diseño y Preservación
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✓ Decidido: Council approved consent agenda, adopting multiple emergency ordinances and grants
The council approved the City Manager’s Report and moved the meeting into executive session. It suspended three readings and approved the consent agenda, which adopted several draft ordinances and resolutions covering grants, housing assistance, and other emergency measures. The council also appointed Julie Kenworthy to the Committee on Design and Preservation and approved related draft ordinance actions.
- Excused Mr. Turner and Ms. Wallach – unanimous voice vote
- Approved City Manager’s Report – unanimous voice vote
- Suspended three readings of Drafts 2026-29 through 2026-37 – 7-0-0 roll call vote
- Approved consent agenda (including multiple emergency ordinances) – 7-0-0 roll call vote
- Appointed Julie Kenworthy to Committee on Design and Preservation – unanimous voice vote
- Authorized insertion of name into Draft 2026-38 – unanimous voice vote
- Suspended three readings of Draft 2026-38 – unanimous roll call vote
- Authorized Draft 2026-38 ordinance appointing Julie Kenworthy – unanimous voice vote
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City of Kent
Regular City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
Council Chambers
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
AGENDA
6:55PM BOARD OF CONTROL
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING will begin immediately after Board of Control
1. ROLL CALL
2. OPENING REMARKS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Ms. Celko
3. COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 Public Comment – Anyone wishing to address Council must submit their written
comments to the Clerk of Council at
[email protected] by 4:30pm on the
meeting day. If also requesting to speak at the meeting, comments are limited to
three (3) minutes.
3.2 Written Communication (on file in Clerk of Council’s office)
3.2.1 On March 13, 2026, an email was received from Geoffrey Westerfield of
the Ohio Department of Natural Resources advising of a workshop
dealing with urban deer management. The email was shared with
Council.
3.2.2 On March 31, 2026, the April agenda and staff report for the April 7, 2026
Planning Commission meeting were received.
3.2.3 On March 31, 2026, the March minutes and April agenda for the Standing
Rock Cemetery trustees’
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General
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Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 East Erie Street, Kent
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 17:30
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Thu Apr 9, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
La junta del cementerio contratará empleados estacionales y aprobará reparaciones
La Junta del Cementerio de Standing Rock se reunirá el 9 de abril de 2026 para una reunión procedimental rutinaria. Las acciones incluyen la aprobación de actas, estados financieros, comprobantes y un informe de combustible, así como la contratación de empleados estacionales y la realización de reparaciones en el edificio de mantenimiento. No hay cambios de política importantes ni audiencias públicas programadas.
- Aprobar empleados estacionales
- Reparaciones del edificio de mantenimiento
- Aprobar la Agenda Conjunta
- Aceptar el Estado Financiero
- Aprobar Comprobantes
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✓ Decidido: Cemetery trustees approve $6,950 golf cart purchase for seasonal workers
The Standing Rock Cemetery Trustees unanimously approved the purchase of an EZGo gas golf cart for $6,950 from PR Sales to increase seasonal employee efficiency. They also approved four seasonal employees for 2026: Robert Browne, Dwayne Rhinehart, Devon Connerly, and David Swales. Routine approvals included the March 2026 minutes, financial statement, and vouchers.
- Approved March 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved March 2026 financial statement (3-0)
- Approved vouchers for payment (3-0)
- Approved seasonal employees Robert Browne, Dwayne Rhinehart, Devon Connerly, and David Swales for 2026 (3-0)
- Approved 2026 Joint Agenda for May 6 (3-0)
- Approved purchase of EZGo gas golf cart from PR Sales for $6,950 (3-0)
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STANDING ROCK CEMETERY
AGENDA - Amended
April 9, 2026
4:00 P.M.
1. Call the meeting to order
2. Approve Minutes
3. Accept the Financial Statement
4. Approve Vouchers
5. Fuel Report
6. Other
Approve seasonal employees
Maintenance building repairs
Approve Joint Agenda
Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Audiencia de uso condicional para uso mixto en 247 N. Water Street
La Comisión de Planificación considerará un certificado de uso de zonificación condicional para un desarrollo de uso mixto en un edificio existente en 247 N. Water Street, ubicado en los distritos Comercial Downtown y Overlay. La reunión incluye una audiencia pública, informes del personal, presentación del solicitante y deliberación y acción de la comisión.
- Certificado de Uso de Zonificación Condicional para uso mixto en 247 N. Water Street (PC26-003)
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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission approves mixed-use at 247 N. Water St.
The Commission voted 5-0 to approve a Conditional Zoning Certificate and Site Plan for a mixed-use at 247 N. Water Street, allowing an accounting business on floors 1-2 and a t-shirt printing service in the basement. No public comments were heard. The February 3, 2026 meeting minutes were also approved.
- Approved Conditional Zoning Certificate and Site Plan for mixed-use at 247 N. Water Street (5-0)
- Approved February 3, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
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KENT CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
BUSINESS MEETING
KENT CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
319 S. WATER STREET
APRIL 7, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PREAMBLE
IV. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH
V. CORRESPONDENCE
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. PC26-003 DIA RAY / RICK HAWKSLEY
247 N. WATER STREET
The applicant is seeking a Conditional Zoning Use Certificate for a Mixed Use for an
existing building located at 247 N. Water Street. This property is located within the
C-D: Commercial Downtown Zoning District and the Overlay District.
1. Project introduction and report by Staff
2. Applicant presentation
3. Questions of Staff and Applicant by the Commission
4. Hearing of Public Testimony by the Commission
5. Closing of Public Comment Hearing by the Commission
6. Follow-up/additional questions by the Commission for Staff and Applicant
7. Final Staff Comments
8. Discussion by the Commission
9. Action by the Commission
VII. MEETING MINUTES
February 3, 2026
VIII. OTHER BUSINESS
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Wed Apr 1, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to discuss new down payment assistance program
This City Council committee meeting will consider a proposed new Down Payment Assistance Program and an amendment to the Community Reinvestment Area agreement for the Mazda dealership. Other agenda items include a grant submission for fire safety equipment, a budget appropriations amendment, and a TID grant application for N. Mantua Street.
- Proposed new Down Payment Assistance Program (Bridget Susel)
- Proposed amendment to CRA agreement with Mazda dealership owners
- Authorization of a grant submission for fire safety equipment (Chief Samels)
- Budget Appropriations Amendment (Rhonda Hall)
- N. Mantua Street – TID Grant Application (Jim Bowling)
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✓ Decidido: Council approves down payment assistance and several city funding authorizations
The City Council approved a new $50,000 down payment assistance program to encourage homeownership. Additional actions included authorizing a grant application for fire safety equipment and an ODOT grant for North Mantua Street. The council also approved amendments to the Mazda CRA agreement and the 2026 budget appropriations.
- Approved Down Payment Assistance Program (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized amendment to Mazda's CRA agreement to eliminate $500 annual fee (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized application for Joey D. Bernardo Foundation grant for fire gear ($25,000) (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved 2026 Budget Appropriations Amendment #3 (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized Portage County Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized ODOT TID grant application for N. Mantua Street ($500,000) (unanimous voice vote)
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Kent City Council Committee Meeting
Council Chambers
319 S. Water Street • Kent, Ohio 44240
AGENDA
April 1, 2026 • 7:00pm
6:55 PM BOARD OF CONTROL
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING will begin immediately after Board of Control
CALL TO ORDER
COMMITTEES
1 Committee of the Whole – Chair Amrhein/Vice-Chair Clapper
1.1 Board and Commission Interview
1.1.1 Design and Preservation Committee: Julie Kenworthy
1.2 City Staff Updates
2 Community Development – Chair Shaffer Bish/Vice Chair Wallach
2.1 Proposed New Down Payment Assistance Program (Bridget Susel)
2.2 Proposed Amendment to the Community Reinvestment Area (CRA)
Agreement with the Owners of the Mazda Dealership (Bridget Susel)
3 Finance – Chair Celko/Vice-Chair Tipton
3.1 Authorization of a Grant Submission for Fire Safety Equipment (Chief
Samels)
3.2 Discussion of City Staffing and Funding Options Report (Rhonda Hall,
Dave Ruller)
3.3 Budget Appropriations Amendment (Rhonda Hall)
4 Health & Public Safety – Chair Hook/Vice-Chair Clapper
4.1 Portage County Hazard Mitigation Plan (Chief Samels)
5 Land Use – Chair Clapper/Vi
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Jack Amrhein called the Committee meeting to order at 7:00pm.
Present: Ms. Melissa Celko; Mr. Jeff Clapper; Mr. Eric Dreger; Mr. Chris Hook; Ms. Heidi Shaffer Bish;
Mr. Benjamin Tipton; Ms. Sarah Wesley
Also Present: Mr. Jack Amrhein, Mayor and President of Council; Ms. Kathy Coleman, Clerk of Council; Mr.
Dave Ruller, City Manager; Ms. Hope Jones, Law Director; Mr. Jamie Samels, Fire Chief; Mr.
Jim Bowling, City Engineer; Dominique Bollenbacher, Community Outreach Coordinator; Ms.
Bridget Susel, Community Development Director; Ms. Rhonda Hall, Finance Director; Ms.
Angela Manley, Parks & Recreation Director; Ms. Melanie Baker, Service Director; Mr. Jordan
Snyder, IT Technician; Ms. Joan Seidel, Health Commissioner; Mr. Nick Shearer, Acting Police
Chief
COMMITTEES
Committee of the Whole – Chair Amrhein/Vice-Chair Clapper
Board and Commission Interview
• Interview for Design & Preservation Committee – Julie Kenworthy
Ms. Kenworthy emphasized her passion for preservation, underscoring her role as the director of the
Kent Historical Society and her commitment to the Kent community. She believes in the importance
of objective decision-making in design and preservation, stating that her background aligns well with
the position's requirements. She was advised that the voting would take place at the April regular
meeting and she would be advised of the results by email.
City Staff Updates
Strategic Planning Update
• Mr. Ruller provided
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Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Wed Mar 18, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to approve emergency ordinances and funding grants
The Kent City Council will consider a consent agenda of emergency ordinances, including water tap-in authorization, a farmers' market lease, and FEMA flood regulation amendments. The body will also vote on accepting two grants from the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council totaling $51,965.
- Approval of February and March Council minutes
- Ordinance to authorize water tap-in at 5873 Horning Road
- Ordinance to renew Haymaker Farmers' Market parking lot lease ($1.00)
- Ordinance to amend flood damage control regulations for FEMA compliance
- Ordinance to accept NOPEC grants ($2,000 and $49,965)
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✓ Decidido: Council approves appointments and a one-year AI data center moratorium
The City Council approved appointments for the Planning Commission and the Civil Service Commission. Additionally, council members passed a one-year moratorium on AI data centers.
- Appointed Adam Stephens to the Planning Commission (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Draft 2026-19 regarding the Planning Commission appointment (unanimous roll call vote)
- Appointed Mariah Taylor to the Civil Service Commission (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Draft 2026-20 regarding the Civil Service Commission appointment (8-0-0)
- Approved a one-year moratorium on AI data centers (unanimous voice vote)
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City of Kent
Regular City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
Council Chambers
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
AGENDA
6:55PM BOARD OF CONTROL
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING will begin immediately after Board of Control
1. ROLL CALL
2. OPENING REMARKS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Ms. Wesley
3. COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 Public Comment – Anyone wishing to address Council must submit their written
comments to the Clerk of Council at
[email protected] by 4:30pm on the
meeting day. If also requesting to speak at the meeting, comments are limited to
three (3) minutes.
3.2 Written Communication (on file in Clerk of Council’s office)
3.2.1 On February 24, 2026, the Clerk’s office received notice that the March 3rd
Planning Commission meeting had been canceled due to a lack of
agenda items.
3.2.2 On March 2, 2026, a whitepaper regarding snow removal in the City of
Kent was received from Rick Hawksley and shared with Council.
3.2.3 On March 5, 2026, the February minutes and March agenda for the
Standing Rock Cemetery trustees meeting were received and posted
onli
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STANDING COMMITTEES AND LEGISLATION
Committee of the Whole - Chair Amrhein
• Voting on Planning Commission Appointment
o MOTION TO APPOINT ADAM STEPHENS TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION was
made by Mr. Clapper, seconded by Mr. Hook, and carried by unanimous voice vote.
o MOTION TO AUTHORIZE INSERTION OF NAME INTO DRAFT 2026-19 was made by
Mr. Clapper, seconded by Mr. Hook, and carried by unanimous voice vote.
o MOTION TO SUSPEND THREE READINGS OF DRAFT 2026-19 was made by Mr.
Clapper, seconded by Ms. Wesley, and carried by unanimous roll call vote.
o MOTION TO ADOPT DRAFT 2026-19 AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING ADAM
STEPHENS TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
was made by Mr. Clapper, seconded by Mr. Hook, and carried by unanimous roll
call vote.
• Voting on Civil Service Appointment
o MOTION TO APPOINT MARIAH TAYLOR TO THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION was
made by Ms. Shaffer Bish, seconded by Ms. Wallach, and carried by unanimous
voice vote.
o MOTION TO AUTHORIZE INSERTION OF NAME INTO DRAFT 2026-20 was made by
Ms. Shaffer Bish, seconded by Ms. Celko, and carried by unanimous voice vote.
o MOTION TO SUSPEND THREE READINGS OF DRAFT 2026-20 was made by Ms.
Shaffer Bish, seconded by Ms. Wallach, and carried by unanimous roll call vote,
8-0-0.
o MOTION TO ADOPT DRAFT 2026-20 A RESOLUTION APPOINTMENT MARIAH
TAYLOR TO THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
was made by Ms. Shaffer Bish, seconded by Mr. Clapper, and carried by
unanimous roll call vote, 8-0-0.
Comm
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Planning Commission
Commission considers conditional zoning use certificate for mixed‑use at 247 N. Water St
The Planning Commission will review a Conditional Zoning Use Certificate application for a mixed‑use development at 247 N. Water Street, located in the C‑D Commercial Downtown Zoning District and the Overlay District. The commission will hear staff and applicant presentations, public testimony, and then vote on the request. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and other business.
- Conditional Zoning Use Certificate for mixed‑use at 247 N. Water Street
- Approval of February 3, 2026 meeting minutes
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KENT CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
BUSINESS MEETING
KENT CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
319 S. WATER STREET
MARCH 17, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PREAMBLE
IV. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH
V. CORRESPONDENCE
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. PC26-003 DIA RAY / RICK HAWKSLEY
247 N. WATER STREET
The applicant is seeking a Conditional Zoning Use Certificate for a Mixed Use for an
existing building located at 247 N. Water Street. This property is located within the
C-D: Commercial Downtown Zoning District and the Overlay District.
1. Project introduction and report by Staff
2. Applicant presentation
3. Questions of Staff and Applicant by the Commission
4. Hearing of Public Testimony by the Commission
5. Closing of Public Comment Hearing by the Commission
6. Follow-up/additional questions by the Commission for Staff and Applicant
7. Final Staff Comments
8. Discussion by the Commission
9. Action by the Commission
VII. MEETING MINUTES
February 3, 2026
VIII. OTHER BUSINESS
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
319 S. Water St. , Kent
Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 18:00
General
Thu Mar 12, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
✓ Decidido: Trustees unanimously approved minutes, financials and vouchers
The board accepted the February 2026 meeting minutes, the February financial statement, and the vouchers for payment. Each motion was seconded and passed with all trustees in favor. No other actions were decided at this meeting.
- Accepted February 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved February 2026 financial statement (unanimous)
- Approved vouchers for payment (unanimous)
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Standing Rock Cemetery
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
March 12, 2026
The regular meeting of Standing Rock Cemetery Trustees was held at the cemetery office on
Thursday March 12, 2026. Trustee Russell called the meeting to order at 4:02 p.m. with trustees
Jim Stroble, Jeff Clapper Jean Chrest, Clerk-treasurer present.
The minutes from the February 2026 meeting were presented. Trustee Russell made a motion to
accept the minutes from the February 2026 meeting. Trustee Clapper seconded to approve the
minutes. All those in favor: Stroble-Aye, Russell-Aye Clapper-Aye Motion Passed.
The financial statement for February 2026 was presented. Trustee Stroble moved to accept the
financial statement. Trustee Clapper seconded to approve the financial statement for February
2026. All those in favor: Russell-Aye, Stroble-Aye, Clapper-Aye Motion passed.
The vouchers were presented. Trustee Clapper moved to accept the vouchers for payment.
Trustee Russell seconded the motion. All those in favor: Stroble-Aye, Clapper-Aye, Russell-Aye
Motion Passed.
Trustees Russell, Stroble & Clapper reviewed the fuel reports.
The Trustees discussed the office renovation and suggested Doug Fuller be contacted to address
concerns regarding the historical value of the office.
The next regular meeting will be Thursday April 9, 2026
Meeting Adjourned 4:55 pm
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Glenn Russell, Chairman Jean Chrest, Clerk-t
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Board of Health
201 East Erie Street, , Kent
Wed Mar 4, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider flood damage control code amendments and CDBG projects
The Kent City Council Committee will hold discussions and interviews at this meeting. Key items include reviewing 2026 CDBG projects, amendments to flood damage control regulations, and a parking regulation change on Nathan and Phillip Drives. The committee will also consider NOPEC grants, budget amendments, and interview candidates for the Planning and Civil Service Commissions. An executive session for personnel matters is scheduled.
- Interviews for Planning Commission (Adam Stephens) and Civil Service Commission (Mariah Taylor, Darlene Rocco, Robert Hamer)
- Review of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year 2026 projects
- Discussion of amendments to Codified Ordinance Chapter 1337: Flood Damage Control
- Consideration of NOPEC Community Event Sponsorship Grant 2026 and Energized Community Grant 2026
- Proposed change to parking regulation (Codified Ordinance 353.02) for Nathan and Phillip Drives
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Kent City Council Committee Meeting
Council Chambers
319 S. Water Street • Kent, Ohio 44240
AGENDA
March 4, 2026 • 7:00pm
6:55 PM BOARD OF CONTROL
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING will begin immediately after Board of Control
CALL TO ORDER
COMMITTEES
1 Committee of the Whole – Chair Amrhein/Vice-Chair Clapper
1.1 Board and Commission Interviews
1.1.1 Planning Commission: Adam Stephens
1.1.2 Civil Service Commission: Mariah Taylor, Darlene Rocco,
Robert Hamer
1.2 KSU Update (Dana Lawless)
1.3 City Staff Updates
2 Community Development – Chair Shaffer Bish/Vice Chair Wallach
2.1 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year (PY) 2026
Projects (Bridget Susel)
2.2 Haymaker Farmers’ Market 2026 Sublease Renewal (Bridget Susel)
2.3 KCO “Chapter 1337: Flood Damage Control” Amendments (Bridget Susel)
2.4 Celebrate Kent! 2026 Grant Funding Awards (Eric Helmstedter)
3 Finance – Chair Celko/Vice-Chair Tipton
3.1 NOPEC Community Event Sponsorship Grant 2026 (Melanie Baker)
3.2 NOPEC Energized Community Grant 2026 (Melanie Baker)
3.3 Budget Amendment #2 (Rhonda Hall)
4 Hea
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Tue Mar 3, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Thu Feb 19, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Old Jail, Kent
Wed Feb 18, 2026 · 19:00
General
Kent City Council to hold public hearing on 2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan
City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) PY 2026 Annual Action Plan. The body will also consider several ordinances related to property acquisitions, historic designations, and grant applications.
- Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) PY 2026 Annual Action Plan
- Draft Ordinance 2026-14: Acquisition assistance agreement with Copen Machine for 200 West Williams Street
- Draft Ordinance 2026-16: Application for $800,000 in grant funds from the Ohio Department of Transportation
- Draft Ordinance 2026-13: Designation of 237 East Main Street as a local historic property
- Draft Resolution 2026-17: Rejection of Eric Kolb / Kolb Acres LLC application for an agricultural district
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✓ Decidido: Council approved Horning Road water tie‑in and adopted city manager’s report
The City Council approved the City Manager’s Report with the addition of the Horning Road water tie‑in by unanimous voice vote. The consent agenda was approved, suspending three readings of drafts 2026‑11 through 2026‑16, also by an 8‑0‑0 roll‑call vote. The council adopted DRAFT 2026‑17, rejecting Eric Kolb/Kolb Acres LLC’s application to place property in an agricultural district, with an 8‑0‑0 roll‑call vote. February Committee and Special meeting minutes were approved by voice vote (7‑0‑1, one abstention).
- Approved City Manager’s Report with Horning Road water tie‑in (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Consent Agenda, suspending three readings of drafts 2026‑11 through 2026‑16 (8‑0‑0 roll‑call)
- Adopted DRAFT 2026‑17 rejecting Eric Kolb/Kolb Acres LLC agricultural district application (8‑0‑0 roll‑call)
- Suspended three readings of DRAFT 2026‑17 (8‑0‑0 roll‑call)
- Approved February Committee and Special meeting minutes (voice vote 7‑0‑1, 1 abstention)
- Excused Mr. Turner from the meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved multiple emergency ordinances in the consent agenda (8‑0‑0 roll‑call)
- Approved January Regular Council meeting minutes (part of consent agenda)
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City of Kent
Regular City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
AGENDA
6:55PM BOARD OF CONTROL
7:00PM PUBLIC HEARING: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) PY 2026
Annual Action Plan
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING will begin immediately after Public Hearing
1. ROLL CALL
2. OPENING REMARKS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Ms. Wallach
3. COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 Public Comment – Anyone wishing to address Council must submit their
written comments to the Clerk of Council at
[email protected] by
4:30pm on the meeting day. If also requesting to speak at the meeting,
comments are limited to three (3) minutes.
3.2 Written Communication (on file in Clerk of Council’s office)
3.2.1 On January 26, 2026, the agenda for the February 3rd Planning
Commission was received and posted in the foyer of City Hall.
3.2.2 Between January 27th and February 2nd, the Clerk’s office was cc’d on
multiple emails between Rick Hawksley and Bridget Susel regarding
snow removal efforts in the City. These were shared with Council.
3.2.3 Between February
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City of Kent
Regular City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
At 7:00pm, the Public Hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant PY 2026
Annual Action Plan was presented by Ms. Susel. She stated that there are three national
objectives in the City's 5-year consolidated plan: targeted infrastructure; safe and decent
housing through housing assistance; and supportive services, all for low to moderate income
neighborhoods. The city is awaiting confirmation on this year’s allocation, with last year's
amount being $264,000. There were no public comments.
Immediately following the Public Hearing, Mayor Amrhein called the Regular City Council
meeting to order.
Present: Ms. Melissa Celko; Mr. Jeff Clapper; Mr. Eric Dreger; Mr. Chris Hook; Ms. Heidi
Shaffer Bish; Mr. Benjamin Tipton; Ms. Tracy Wallach; Ms. Sarah Wesley
Also Present: Mr. Jack Amrhein, Mayor and President of Council; Ms. Kathy Coleman, Clerk of
Council; Mr. Dave Ruller, City Manager; Ms. Hope Jones, Law Director; Ms. Melanie
Baker, Services Director; Ms. Bridget Susel, Community Develo
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Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St., Kent
Mon Feb 16, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
Commission to consider new Development Coordinator and exceptional appointment
The Civil Service Commission will discuss a request to create a new Development Coordinator position (pay level V, $75,001–$95,627) to replace the Development Engineer role, and authorize an exceptional appointment under Rule 7.04b for the current interim employee. The commission will also welcome new commissioner Kai Carpenter and note personnel changes including the hire of Police Officer Ian Whittington and resignation of Dispatcher Andrea Walters.
- Authorization to create Development Coordinator position with pay range $75,001–$95,627
- Exceptional appointment under Rule 7.04b to fill the new position without competitive exam
- Welcome of new commissioner Kai Carpenter
- New hire: Police Officer Ian Whittington, effective 2/16/26
- Resignation: Dispatcher Andrea Walters, effective 12/17/25
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✓ Decidido: Civil Service Commission replaces Development Engineer with Development Coordinator
The commission saved the December 2025 meeting minutes as summary minutes because approval was not possible due to member turnover. It unanimously approved a motion to replace the Development Engineer position with a new Development Coordinator position under Rule 7.04(b). No other business was acted on.
- Saved Dec 2025 minutes as summary minutes (unanimous)
- Replaced Development Engineer with Development Coordinator (unanimous voice vote)
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City of Kent Civil Service Meeting
319 S. Water Street • Kent, Ohio 44240
February 16, 2026 5:00pm
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
1. CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
a) Welcome new commissioner Kai Carpenter
b) Review of December 2025 meeting
c) Personnel updates:
• New Hires:
o Hallie Stone, Interim Development Engineer, eff. 12/14/25
o Ian Whittington, Police Officer, eff. 2/16/26
• Resignations:
o Andrea Walters, Dispatcher, eff. 12/17/25
2. BUDGET AND FINANCE
3. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
a. Community Development Director Bridget Susel is requesting authorization for the
development of a new position, Development Coordinator, with an exceptional
appointment under Rule 7.04b.
4. HEALTH DEPARTMENT
5. SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
6. SERVICE DEPARTMENT
7. OLD BUSINESS
8. NEW BUSINESS
9. ADJOURNMENT
*Rule 7.04 (b) In the case of a vacancy in a position in the classified civil service where peculiar and exceptional qualifications of
a scientific, managerial, professional, or educational character are required, and upon satisfactory evidence that for specified
reasons competition in such special case is impractical and that the position can best be filled by a selection of some designated
person of high and recognized attainments in those qualities, the Commission may suspend the provisions of Section 124.01 to
124.64 of the Revised Code that require competition in such case, but no suspension shall be general in its application. All such
cases of suspension shall be reported in the minut
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City of Kent Civil Service Meeting
319 S. Water Street
Kent, Ohio 44240
February 16, 2026
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 5:00pm by Kathy Coleman.
PRESENT: Tony Mosca; Kai Carpenter; Kathy Coleman
ALSO PRESENT: Bridget Susel, Community Development Director
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
a) Minutes from the December 2025 meeting were reviewed. Because approval of those
minutes is not possible due to member turnover, they will be saved as Summary
Minutes in the record.
b) Personnel updates were reviewed.
BUDGET AND FINANCE
No business
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Bridget provided an explanation for the creation of a new position, Development Coordinator, to
replace the position of Development Engineer, and answered questions from the
commissioners. Motion to replace the position of Development Engineer with the position of
Development Coordinator, with an exceptional appointment under Rule 7.04(b), was made by
Tony; seconded by Kai, and passed by unanimous voice vote.
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
No business
SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
No business
SERVICE DEPARTMENT
No business
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
Kathy reported that Council will be interviewing candidates for the third commissioner spot and
would likely be voting on an appointment at the regular March meeting. After the commission is
back to full complement, a chair/ vice-chair will be selected.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned a
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Mon Feb 16, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board considers driveway variance for 731-733 Akron Blvd
The Kent Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request (BZ26-001) submitted by Bryan Martinez and Donald Adams for the property at 731-733 Akron Boulevard. The applicants seek permission to extend a driveway to 16 feet by 17 feet, exceeding the limits in Section 1107.15(A) and (B) regarding width. The board will hear staff and applicant presentations, public comments, and then discuss and act on the request.
- Variance request (BZ26-001) for 731-733 Akron Blvd to allow a 16‑ft × 17‑ft driveway extension beyond Section 1107.15 width limits
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✓ Decidido: Board denies driveway variance requests for 731‑733 Akron Blvd
The Board of Zoning Appeals voted 0‑3 to deny both variance requests for a driveway extension at 731‑733 Akron Blvd. Earlier, the Board excused Michelle Sahr and elected her as Chairperson and Randall Smith as Vice Chairperson, each by a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned after a 3‑0 motion to end the session.
- Excused Michelle Sahr from the meeting (3-0)
- Elected Michelle Sahr as Chairperson (3-0)
- Elected Randall Smith as Vice Chairperson (3-0)
- Denied variance Section 1107.15(A) for driveway extension (0-3)
- Denied variance Section 1107.15(B) for driveway extension (0-3)
- Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (3-0)
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KENT CITY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
PUBLIC HEARING & REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
CITY OF KENT COUNCIL CHAMBERS
319 S. WATER STREET
February 16, 2026
7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
IV. PREAMBLE
V. ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH
VI. NEW BUSINESS
BZ26-001 BRYAN MARTINEZ & DONALD ADAMS
731-733 AKRON BLVD.
Section: 1107.15
Request: 1. A variance from Section 1107.15(A) to allow a 16-foot by 17-
foot driveway extension to be installed where the driveway must
not exceed 24 feet in width.
2. A variance from Section 1107.15(B) to allow a 16-foot by 17-
foot driveway extension to be installed where the driveway must
be of equal width from the traveled portion of the public portion of
the public or private road right-of-way to the driveway terminus.
1. Staff Presentation of Case
2. Applicant Presentation of Case
3. Public Comment
4. Board of Zoning Appeals Discussion/ Action
Board of Zoning Appeals Agenda
February 16, 2026
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CITY OF KENT
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
PUBLIC HEARING & BUSINESS MEETING
February 16, 2026
MEMBERS PRESENT: Randall Smith
Robert Szygenda
O’livia Kennedy
STAFF PRESENT: Bridget Susel, Director
Kailyn Cyrus, Zoning and Grants Coordinator
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Randall Smith, Robert Szygenda, and O’livia Kennedy were present. Michelle Sahr was absent.
MOTION: Mr. Szygenda moved to excuse Michelle Sahr from the February 16, 2026
meeting. Ms. Kennedy seconded the motion. The motion passed 3-0.
III. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
MOTION: Mr. Smith nominated Michelle Sahr for Board of Zoning Appeals
Chairperson. Hearing no other nominations, Mr. Szygenda seconded the
nomination. The vote carried 3-0.
MOTION: Mr. Smith nominated himself for Board of Zoning Appeals Vice
Chairperson. Hearing no other nominations, Mr. Szygenda seconded the
nomination. The vote carried 3-0.
IV. PREAMBLE
The Board of Zoning Appeals, Kent citizens serving without pay, hear evidence at public meetings
both in support of and in opposition to an applicant’s request before rendering a decision.
Generally, the Board will decide to approve or deny each requested application at the meeting that
it hears the testimony. Some decisions may be continued for further review. Once a decision has
been made, the case is closed for the Board, as there is no provision in the code for the Board to
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Thu Feb 12, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
✓ Decidido: Trustees approved minutes, financial statement and vouchers
The board accepted the January 2026 meeting minutes, approved the January financial statement, and approved the vouchers for payment. Each motion was seconded and passed with all trustees in favor. The next meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2026.
- Accepted January 2026 meeting minutes (motion passed)
- Approved January 2026 financial statement (motion passed)
- Approved vouchers for payment (motion passed)
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Standing Rock Cemetery
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
February 12, 2026
The regular meeting of Standing Rock Cemetery Trustees was held at the cemetery office on
Thursday February 12, 2026. Trustee Russell called the meeting to order at 4:03 p.m. with
trustees Jim Stroble, Jeff Clapper Jean Chrest, Clerk-treasurer present.
The minutes from the January 2026 meeting were presented. Trustee Clapper made a motion to
accept the minutes from the January 2026 meeting. Trustee Stroble seconded to approve the
minutes. All those in favor: Stroble-Aye, Russell-Aye Clapper-Aye Motion Passed.
The financial statement for January 2026 was presented. Trustee Stroble moved to accept the
financial statement. Trustee Clapper seconded to approve the financial statement for January
2026. All those in favor: Russell-Aye, Stroble-Aye, Clapper-Aye Motion passed.
The vouchers were presented. Trustee Russell moved to accept the vouchers for payment. Trustee
Clapper seconded the motion. All those in favor: Stroble-Aye, Clapper-Aye, Russell-Aye Motion
Passed.
Trustees Russell, Stroble & Clapper reviewed the fuel reports.
Trustee Glenn Russell thanked Trustee Stroble for taking charge in setting up the security system
at the maintenance building.
The next regular meeting will be Thursday March 12, 2026
Meeting Adjourned 4:28 pm
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Glenn Russell, Chairman Jean Chrest, Clerk-treasurer
Tue Feb 10, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 East Erie Street, , Kent
Tue Feb 10, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 East Erie Street, Kent
Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 17:30
General
Sustainability Commission to elect officers and approve bylaws
The Kent Sustainability Commission will hold an organizational meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, and to vote on drafted bylaws for approval. The agenda also includes call to order, open comments, and adjournment.
- Election of Commission Officers (Chair and Vice Chair)
- Review and approval of drafted bylaws
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✓ Decidido: Chair and Vice Chair elections postponed to April 6 meeting
The commission unanimously excused Julie Grant’s absence and delayed the Chair and Vice Chair elections to the April 6 meeting. Members approved representation at upcoming tabling events, appointed two members to the Kent Area Food Waste Diversion/Compost project, and authorized planning for Earth Month (April) and Sustainability Month (October). The spring newsletter article deadline was set for April 10.
- Excused absence for member Julie Grant – unanimous approval
- Postponed Chair and Vice Chair elections to April 6 – unanimous approval
- Approved commission representation at listed tabling events – unanimous approval
- Appointed Lynn Gregor and Justine Gallo to Kent Area Food Waste Diversion/Compost project – unanimous approval
- Approved planning for Earth Month (April 2026) and Sustainability Month (October 2026) – unanimous approval
- Set April 10 deadline for spring newsletter article submissions – unanimous approval
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City of Kent, Ohio
Sustainability Commission Meeting
AGENDA
February 9, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
City Hall Community Room
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio
1. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Election of Commission Officers (Chair and Vice Chair)
3. Review Drafted Bylaws for Approval
4. Good of the Order/Open Comments
5. Adjournment
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02-09-2026 Sustainability Commission Meeting Summary Page 1 of 3
Sustainability Commission Meeting, February 9, 2026, Meeting Summary
Members in Attendance: Lynn Gregor, Justine Gallo, Maryjayne Stone
Others in Attendance: Heidi Shaffer-Bish, Bridget Susel, Julie Morris
Meeting Called to Order: by Julie Morris at 5:35 PM; roll call completed
• Excused Absence: for member Julie Grant – Maryjayne motioned, Justine seconded, unanimous approval
• Officer Elections:
o Brief review of the position responsibilities was had
o Chair and Vice Chair elections postponed to next meeting (April 6) to allow for full member
participation in the position nomination and election process
▪ Lynn motioned to move the election to the next meeting, Justine seconded and the motion
passed with unanimous approval
• Proposed Bylaws Review and Discussion covered the following topics:
o New Provisions in Bylaws and Suggested Edits:
▪ The proposed bylaws draft reflects additional edits made by Heidi to help address the issues
raised by the Commission’s statement of concerns made to Council at the December Council
Committee meeting, as well as in response to subsequent meetings with members and staff
regarding same
▪ The proposed bylaws amendments allow the Commission to gain authority to modify future
bylaws without Council approval – a key difference from the current Commission bylaws
structure – and is paired with an Ordinance that brings the Commission in-line with Council’s
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Wed Feb 4, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Kent City Council to hold hearings on historic designation and agricultural land
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a local historic property designation and an agricultural district application. Committee meetings will also address budget amendments, cannabis dispensary hours, and property acquisition assistance.
- Public hearing for Local Historic Property Designation: 237 East Main St.
- Public hearing for Placement of Land in Agricultural District Application (PPN 17-046-00-00-019-009)
- Acquisition Assistance Agreement: Copen Machine for 200 W. Williams St. Property
- Amendment to Dual-Use Cannabis Dispensary Agreement regarding hours of operation
- Proposed 2026 Budget Appropriations Amendment #1
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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously denied the agricultural district application for Kolb Acres
The Kent City Council voted unanimously to deny Eric Kolb’s application to place land in an agricultural district. The council also approved several other measures, including a historic designation for 237 E. Main St, an acquisition assistance loan for Copen Machine, an amendment to a cannabis dispensary’s hours, a budget appropriations amendment, and a grant request for the North Mantua Street project.
- Denied agricultural district application for Kolb Acres (unanimous approval to deny)
- Approved historic designation for 237 E. Main St (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved acquisition assistance agreement for Copen Machine at 200 W. Williams St (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved amendment to dual-use cannabis dispensary hours (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved 2026 budget appropriations amendment #1 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved North Mantua Street $800,000 grant application to ODOT (unanimous voice vote)
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Kent City Council
Committee Meeting
319 S. Water Street • Kent, Ohio 44240
AGENDA
February 4, 2026
6:55 PM BOARD OF CONTROL
7:00 PM PUBLIC HEARING. Local Historic Property Designation: 237 East Main St.
7:03 PM PUBLIC HEARING. Placement of Land in Agricultural District Application
PPN 17-046-00-00-019-009
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING will begin immediately after Public Hearings
CALL TO ORDER
COMMITTEES
1. Committee of the Whole – Chair Amrhein/Vice-Chair Clapper
1.1 Civil Service Commission Interview – Kai Carpenter
1.2 Staff Updates (Angela, Dave)
2. Community Development – Chair Shaffer Bish/Vice Chair Wallach
a. Local Historic Designation: 237 East Main St. (Kent Historical Society)
b. Acquisition Assistance Agreement: Copen Machine for 200 W. Williams
St. Property
c. Amendment to Dual-Use Cannabis Dispensary Agreement (Hours of
Operation)
3. Land Use – Chair Clapper/Vice-Chair Hook
a. Placement of Land in Agricultural District Application. PPN 17-046-00-
00-019-009
4. Finance – Chair Celko/Vice-Chair Tipton
a. Proposed 2026 Budget Appropriations Amendment #1 (Rhon
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Jack Amrhein called the Committee meeting to order at 7:00pm.
Present: Ms. Melissa Celko; Mr. Jeff Clapper; Mr. Eric Dreger; Mr. Chris Hook; Ms. Heidi Shaffer Bish;
Mr. Benjamin Tipton; Mr. Robin Turner; Ms. Sarah Wesley
Also Present: Mr. Jack Amrhein, Mayor and President of Council; Ms. Kathy Coleman, Clerk of Council; Mr.
Dave Ruller, City Manager; Ms. Hope Jones, Law Director; Mr. Jamie Samels, Fire Chief; Joan
Seidel, Health Commissioner; Mr. Jim Bowling, City Engineer; Dominique Bollenbacher,
Community Outreach Coordinator; Ms. Bridget Susel, Community Development Director;
Ms. Rhonda Hall, Finance Director; Mr. Nick Shearer, Police Chief; Sgt. Jim Fuller, KPD; Ofc.
Matt Brooks, KPD
MOTION TO EXCUSE MS. WALLACH was made by Mr. Clapper, seconded by Mr. Hook, and carried
by unanimous voice vote.
PUBLIC HEARING – Local Historic Property Designation: 237 E Main Street
No public comment.
PUBLIC HEARING – Placement of Land in Agricultural District Application
PPN 17-046-00-00-019-009
See attached summary.
COMMITTEES
Land Use – Chair Clapper/Vice-Chair Hook
Placement of Land in Agricultural District
Pursuant to the public hearing and subsequent discussion of Eric Kolb/Kolb Acres’ application for
Placement of Farmland in an Agricultural District, Ms. Celko moved to have prepared findings of
facts and conclusions to deny the application pursuant to ORC 929.02. Ms. Shaffer Bish seconded
the motion and it carried by unanimous roll ca
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Wed Feb 4, 2026 · 20:00
General
Council to vote on appointing Kai Carpenter to Civil Service Commission
At this special meeting, Kent City Council will vote on a motion to appoint Kai Carpenter to the Civil Service Commission and adopt Resolution 2026-10, which declares an emergency. The meeting immediately follows the City Council Committee Meeting.
- Motion to appoint Kai Carpenter to the Civil Service Commission
- Resolution 2026-10 appointing Kai Carpenter and declaring an emergency
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✓ Decidido: City Council appointed Kai Carpenter to Civil Service Commission and adopted Draft 2026‑10
The council excused Ms. Wallach by unanimous voice vote. It appointed Kai Carpenter to the Civil Service Commission and approved several actions on Draft 2026‑10, including name insertion, suspension of three readings, and adoption of the draft with an emergency declaration, all by unanimous votes. All motions passed without opposition.
- Excused Ms. Wallach (unanimous voice vote)
- Appointed Kai Carpenter to Civil Service Commission (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized insertion of name into Draft 2026‑10 (unanimous voice vote)
- Suspended three readings of Draft 2026‑10 (unanimous roll call vote)
- Adopted Draft 2026‑10 appointing Kai Carpenter and declaring emergency (unanimous roll call vote)
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Kent City Council
Special Meeting
319 S. Water Street • Kent, Ohio 44240
AGENDA
February 4, 2026
Immediately following City Council Committee Meeting
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
1. VOTING ON BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS APPOINTMENT – CIVIL SERVICE
COMMISSION
1.1. Motion to appoint Kai Carpenter to the Civil Service Commission
1.2. Motion to authorize insertion of name into Draft 2026-10
1.3. DRAFT 2026-10 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING KAI CARPENTER TO THE CIVIL
SERVICE COMMISSION AND DECLARING AND EMERGENCY .
2. ADJOURN
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City of Kent
Special City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
February 4, 2026
MINUTES
At 9:18pm, Mayor Jack Amrhein called the Special City Council meeting to order.
Present: Ms. Melissa Celko; Mr. Jeff Clapper; Mr. Chris Hook; Mr. Eric Dreger; Ms. Heidi
Shaffer Bish; Mr. Benjamin Tipton; Mr. Robin Turner; Ms. Sarah Wesley
Also Present: Mr. Jack Amrhein, Mayor and President of Council; Ms. Kathy Coleman, Clerk of
Council
MOTION TO EXCUSE MS. WALLACH was made by Mr. Clapper, seconded by Mr. Hook and
carried by unanimous voice vote.
VOTING ON BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS APPOINTMENT - CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
e MOTION TO APPOINT KAI CARPENTER TO THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION was made by
Mr. Clapper, seconded by Ms. Shaffer Bish, and carried by unanimous voice vote.
e MOTION TO AUTHORIZE INSERTION OF NAME INTO DRAFT 2026-10 was made by Ms.
Celko, seconded by Mr. Clapper, and carried by unanimous voice vote.
e MOTION TO SUSPEND THREE READINGS OF DRAFT 2026-10 was made by Mr. Clapper,
seconded by Mr. Hook, and carried by unanimous roll call vote.
e MOTION TO ADOPT DRAFT 2026-10 A RESOULTUION APPOINTING KAI CARPENTER TO
THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY was made by Ms.
Shaffer Bish, seconded by Mr. Clapper, and carried by unanimous roll call vote.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:20pm.
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Clerk of Council Malone President of Council
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Tue Feb 3, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider sign plan for Main Street property
The Kent Planning Commission will meet to consider a Comprehensive Sign Plan for a property at 1238 W. Main Street. The agenda also includes the election of officers and the appointment of a CRA member, along with the continuation of a multifamily zoning case.
- PC26-001: Comprehensive Sign Plan for 1238 W. Main Street
- PC26-002: Multifamily zoning case continued to future meeting
- Election of Planning Commission officers
- Appointment of CRA member
- Approval of July and November 2025 meeting minutes
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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission approves sign plan for new Lincoln dealership
The commission elected its officers, appointed a member to the Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council, and approved a comprehensive sign plan for a new Lincoln dealership at 1238 W. Main Street with a technical plan review condition. The agenda item for a multifamily housing project was removed and the minutes from July and November 2025 were approved.
- Derek Salustro elected Chairperson (vote 4-0)
- Earl Clausson elected Vice Chairperson (vote 4-0)
- Ken Crookston elected Secretary (vote 4-0)
- Derek Salustro appointed to Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council (vote 4-0)
- Approved Comprehensive Sign Plan for 1238 W. Main St. with Technical Plan Review condition (vote 4-0)
- Removed PC26-002 (multifamily housing case) from agenda (vote 4-0)
- Approved July 15, 2025 Meeting Minutes (vote 3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved November 18, 2025 Meeting Minutes (vote 3-0, 1 abstention)
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later than forty-eight hours prior to the event.
KENT CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
BUSINESS MEETING
KENT CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
319 S. WATER STREET
FEBRUARY 3, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
IV. CRA APPOINTMENT
V. PREAMBLE
VI. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH
VII. CORRESPONDENCE
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. PC26-001 KLABEN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
1238 W. MAIN STREET
The applicant is requesting approval of a Comprehensive Sign Plan for the
property located at 1238 W. Main Street. The subject property is located within
the IC-R: Intensive Commercial Residential Zoning District.
1. Project introduction and report by Staff
2. Applicant presentation
3. Questions of Staff and Applicant by the Commission
4. Hearing of Public Testimony by the Commission
5. Closing of Public Comment Hearing by the Commission
6. Follow-up/additional questions by the Commission for Staff and Applicant
7. Final Staff Comments
8. Discussion by the Commission
9. Action by the Commission
Planning Commission Agenda
February 3, 20
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KENT PLANNING COMMISSION
BUSINESS MEETING
FEBRUARY 3, 2026
MEMBERS PRESENT: Derek Salustro
Ken Crookston
Earl Clausson
Naser Matar
STAFF PRESENT: Bridget Susel, Community Development Director
Eric Fink, Assistant Law Director
I. Call to Order
Ms. Susel called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
II. Roll Call:
Derek Salustro, Earl Clausson, Naser Matar, and Ken Crookston were present.
III. Election of Officers
MOTION: Mr. Salustro nominated himself for Planning Commission Chairperson.
Mr. Fink asked if there were any other nominations for Chairperson.
Hearing no other nominations, Mr. Fink called for the vote. The vote
carried 4-0.
MOTION: Mr. Clausson nominated himself for Planning Commission Vice
Chairperson. Mr. Fink asked if there were any other nominations for
Vice Chairperson. Hearing no other nominations, Mr. Fink called for the
vote. The vote carried 4-0.
MOTION: Mr. Crookston nominated himself for Planning Commission Secretary.
Mr. Fink asked if there were any other nominations for Secretary.
Hearing no other nominations, Mr. Fink called for the vote. The vote
carried 4-0.
IV. CRA Appointment
Ms. Susel explained that the Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council (CRAHC) meets
once a year during normal business hours to review construction and renovation projects that
receive a real property tax exemption on the portion of new valuation assigned by the Portage
County Auditor after a Certificate of Occupancy i
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Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 17:30
General
Sustainability Commission meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
The Sustainability Commission meeting scheduled for February 2, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum and will be rescheduled. The agenda included items such as the election of officers and the review of drafted bylaws.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
- Election of Commission Officers proposed
- Review of Drafted Bylaws proposed
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Sustainability Commission Meeting
AGENDA
February 2, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
City Hall Community Room
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio
THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED
DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM AND WILL BE
RESCHEDULED.
1. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Election of Commission Officers (Chair and Vice Chair)
3. Review Drafted Bylaws for Approval
4. Good of the Order/Open Comments
5. Adjournment
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Council public meeting or event should contact staff at 330-678-8108. Any request for auxiliary aid or other accommodation should be made as soon as
possible, but no later than forty - eight hours prior to the event.
Mon Jan 26, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Mon Jan 26, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 20:00
General
319 S. Water St., Kent
Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to vote on appointing Ward 2 council member
The council will vote to appoint a Ward 2 council member and consider a consent agenda with ordinances on cybersecurity policies, a bridge project agreement, a pedestrian/bike connectivity study, and a parking regulation change on East Grant Street. Committee reports have no business. Public comment is accepted.
- Vote to appoint a Ward 2 Council member (name not yet specified) with an emergency ordinance
- Draft 2026-01: Approve cybersecurity policies as required by state law
- Draft 2026-03: Authorize agreement with Portage County for Stow/Summit Street Bridge design services
- Draft 2026-04: Memorandum of understanding with Kent City School District for pedestrian/bike connectivity study including Lake Rockwell Trail extension
- Draft 2026-05: Amend parking regulations on East Grant Street
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✓ Decidido: Council approved meeting minutes and moved to address data center zoning
The council approved the December regular meeting minutes with a 4-0-5 voice vote. The January committee meeting minutes were approved unanimously. A motion to address Al Data Centers in the zoning code was also passed by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved December regular council minutes (voice vote 4-0-5)
- Approved January committee meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved motion to address Al Data Centers in the zoning code (unanimous voice vote)
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City of Kent
Regular City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
AGENDA
6:55PM BOARD OF CONTROL
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING will begin immediately after Board of Control
1. ROLL CALL
2. OPENING REMARKS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mr. Turner
3. COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 Public Comment – Anyone wishing to address Council must submit their
written comments to the Clerk of Council at
[email protected] by
4:30pm on the meeting day. If also requesting to speak at the meeting,
comments are limited to three (3) minutes.
3.2 Written Communication (on file in Clerk of Council’s office)
3.2.1 On December 23, 2025 the Clerk’s office received notice that there will
not be a Planning Commission meeting on January 6, 2026, but there
will be a meeting on January 20th. The agenda and staff report were
received on January 13, 2026.
3.2.2 On January 2, 2026, the minutes from the December Standing Rock
Cemetery meeting were received, along with the agenda for the
January meeting. These were posted online.
3.2.3 On January 12, 2026, the Cle
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• Approval of December Regular Council Minutes
Motion to approve December Regular meeting minutes was made by Mr.
Clapper and seconded by Mr. Hook. The voice vote was 4-0-5, with Mr. Turner,
Ms. Wallach, Ms. Wesley, Mr. Tipton, and Mr. Dreger abstaining
• Approval of January Committee Meeting Minutes
Motion to approve January Committee meeting minutes as amended was
made by Mr. Hook, seconded by Ms. Shaffer Bish and carried by unanimous
voice vote.
Finance Committee - Chair Celko/Vice-Chair Tipton
No action.
Health & Safety Committee - Chair Hook/Vice-Chair Clapper
No action.
Land Use Committee - Chair Clapper/Vice-Chair Hook
No action.
Streets, Sidewalks & Utilities Committee - Chair WallachNice-Chair Tipton
No action.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Clapper moved to address the issue of Al Data Centers within the Zoning Code in committee.
Ms. Shaffer Bish seconded. The motion passed by unanimous voice vote.
COUNCIL MEMBERS' COMMENTS
Mr. Hook thanked all of the candidates for the Ward 2 Council position and encouraged those not
selected to consider running when Mr. Dreger's term is up.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Amrhein also thanked the Ward 2 candidates. He wished Mr. Turner a happy birthday and
reminded everyone of Main St. Kent's 3rd annual Snow Day coming up. He also reported that a
kindergarten class from the KSU CSC would be visiting his office on the 29th and he looked
forward to telling them about how the City runs.
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Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to vote on comprehensive sign plan at 1238 W. Main Street
The Kent Planning Commission will hold a business meeting including election of officers and a CRA appointment. The main action item is approval of a Comprehensive Sign Plan for property at 1238 W. Main Street in the IC-R zoning district. A second case for a conditional zoning use certificate and site plan for multifamily housing has been continued to a future meeting.
- Approval of Comprehensive Sign Plan for 1238 W. Main Street (PC26-001)
- Election of Planning Commission officers
- Appointment to the Community Reinvestment Area (CRA)
- Approval of meeting minutes from July 15 and November 18, 2025
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KENT CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
BUSINESS MEETING
KENT CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
319 S. WATER STREET
JANUARY 20, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
IV. CRA APPOINTMENT
V. PREAMBLE
VI. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH
VII. CORRESPONDENCE
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. PC26-001 KLABEN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
1238 W. MAIN STREET
The applicant is requesting approval of a Comprehensive Sign Plan for the
property located at 1238 W. Main Street. The subject property is located within
the IC-R: Intensive Commercial Residential Zoning District.
1. Project introduction and report by Staff
2. Applicant presentation
3. Questions of Staff and Applicant by the Commission
4. Hearing of Public Testimony by the Commission
5. Closing of Public Comment Hearing by the Commission
6. Follow-up/additional questions by the Commission for Staff and Applicant
7. Final Staff Comments
8. Discussion by the Commission
9. Action by the Commission
Planning Commission Agenda
January 20, 20
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Thu Jan 15, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
497 Middlebury Rd, Kent
Thu Jan 15, 2026 · 16:00
Standing Rock Cemetery
1361 N. Mantua St., Kent
Thu Jan 15, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Board
Regular monthly meeting with staff reports and approvals
The Kent Parks and Recreation Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting, and staff reports on December revenue and expenditures as well as park, recreation, and director updates. No specific public hearings, major decisions, or action items are listed; the meeting is largely procedural.
- Approval of minutes from December 18, 2025 Park Board meeting
- Monthly Revenue Report for December
- Monthly Expenditure Report for December
- Park and Recreation reports from staff
- Director's report
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AGENDA
January 15, 2026
Location: “Old Jail” 497 Middlebury Rd. (white building next to KPR Admin. Offices)
I. Call to Order
ll. Roll Call
Ul. Approval of Minutes
a. Park Board Meeting 12/18/25
IV. Communications
a. Personal Appearances
b. Correspondence
V. Staff Reports
a. Monthly Revenue Report (December)
b. Monthly Expenditure Report (December)
c. Park Report
d. Recreation Report
e. Director Report
Vi. Old Business
VIL. New Business
Vill. = Motion to Adjourn
Next scheduled meeting date:
February 19", 5:30 PM
Wed Jan 14, 2026 · 19:00
General
City Council interviews candidates for Ward 2 seat
The City of Kent City Council will interview three candidates for the Ward 2 Council position and hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- Interviews for Ward 2 Council position
- Executive session for personnel matters
- Public hearing accommodations available
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✓ Decidido: Council excused Mr. Turner by unanimous voice vote
The council voted unanimously to excuse Mr. Turner. Council members interviewed three candidates for the Ward 2 council seat, with the appointment to be decided at the Jan 21 regular meeting. An executive session was called to discuss the Ward 2 appointment. The meeting was adjourned at 9:03 p.m.
- Excused Mr. Turner (unanimous voice vote)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:03 p.m.
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City of Kent
Special City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
Wednesday, January 14, 2025
AGENDA-Amended
7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
1. INTERVIEWS for Ward 2 Council position
a. Eric Dreger
b. Michael Lindow
c. Christopher Clevenger
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION to consider the appointment, employment, dismissal,
discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or
official.
ADJOURN
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Special City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
January 14, 2026
MINUTES
At 7:00pm, Mayor Jack Amrhein called the Special City Council meeting to order.
Present: Ms. Melissa Celko; Mr. Jeff Clapper; Mr. Chris Hook; Ms. Heidi Shaffer Bish; Mr.
Benjamin Tipton; Ms. Tracy Wallach; Ms. Sarah Wesley
Also Present: Mr. Jack Amrhein, Mayor and President of Council; Ms. Kathy Coleman, Clerk of
Council; Ms. Hope Jones, Law Director
MOTION TO EXCUSE MR. TURNER was made by Ms. Shaffer Bish, seconded by Mr. Hook and
carried by unanimous voice vote.
INTERVIEWS FOR WARD 2 COUNCIL POSITION
Council interviewed Mr. Eric Dreger, Mr. Michael Lindow, and Mr. Christopher Clevenger for the
position of Ward 2 Council person. Candidates were advised that the vote would take place, and
the appointee sworn in, at the January 21, 2026 regular Council meeting and were encouraged to
attend. If the selected candidate were unable to attend, the swearing in could take place at
another time.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 8:04, Mr. Clapper made a motion to move into executive session to discuss the appointment
of the Ward 2 Council position. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hook.
RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION AND ADJOURN
There being no further business, Mr. Clapper moved and Ms. Celko seconded the adjournment of
the meeting at 9:03pm.
Kathleen Coleman
Clerk of Council
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Tue Jan 13, 2026 · 17:30
Board of Health
201 East Erie Street, Kent
Wed Jan 7, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Kent City Council committees to discuss infrastructure and cybersecurity
City Council committees will meet to review a cybersecurity plan and several infrastructure agreements. The session includes an interview for the Loan Review Board and a proposed parking ordinance change for East Grant Street.
- Adoption of Cybersecurity Plan
- Stow/Summit Street Bridge and Pedestrian Improvements design agreement with Portage County
- Kent Schools Campus Connectivity Agreement for Lake Rockwell Trail
- Proposed parking ordinance change for East Grant Street
- Interview for Loan Review Board candidate David Kovacs
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CITY OF KENT
City Council Committee Meeting
319 S. Water St., Kent, OH 44240
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
AGENDA
6:55PM BOARD OF CONTROL
COUNCIL COMMITTEE meeting will begin immediately after Board of Control
CALL TO ORDER
COMMITTEES
1. Committee of the Whole –Chair Amrhein
1.1 Interview for Loan Review Board – David Kovacs
1.2 Council Organization for 2026 (Jack Amrhein)
1.3 Staff Updates (Eric Helmstedter, Jim Bowling)
1.4 Main Street Kent “March for Art” Project (Dominique Bollenbacher)
1.5 Adoption of Cybersecurity Plan (Nick Cecil)
1.6 Civil Service Rules Update (Hope Jones)
1.7 Snow Plowing (Melanie Baker)
2. Community Development Committee-Chair Rosenberg/Vice-Chair Clapper
3. Finance Committee – Chair DeLeone/Vice-Chair Celko
4. Health & Public Safety Committee-Chair Amrhein/Vice-Chair Sidoti
5. Land Use Committee – Chair Shaffer Bish/Vice-Chair Hook
6. Streets, Sidewalks, and Utilities Committee-Chair Sidoti/Vice-Chair Clapper
6.1 Stow/Summit Street Bridge and Pedestrian Improvements – Design Agreement with
Portage County (Jim Bowling)
6.2 Kent Schools Cam
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Regular City Council Meeting
319 S. Water Street, Kent, Ohio 44240
December 17, 2025
MINUTES
At 7:00pm, Mayor Jack Amrhein called the Regular City Council meeting to order.
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Present: Mr. Jack Amrhein; Ms. Melissa Celko; Mr. Jeff Clapper; Mr. Michael DeLeone; Mr.
Chris Hook; Ms. Heidi Shaffer Bish; Ms. Gwen Rosenberg; Mr. Roger Sidoti; Mr.
Robin Turner
Also Present: Ms. Kathy Coleman, Clerk of Council; Mr. Dave Ruller, City Manager; Ms. Hope
Jones, Law Director; Ms. Melanie Baker, Services Director; Ms. Bridget Susel;
Community Development Director; Dominique Bollenbacher, Community
Outreach Coordinator; Joan Seidel, Health Commissioner; Jamie Samels, Fire
Chief; Jim Bowling, City Engineer
OPENING REMARKS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
e Mr. Sidoti offered opening remarks expressing holiday wishes and urging consideration for
less fortunate community members. He reflected on the year's productivity for citizens
and hopes everyone has enjoyed the new facility. He then led Council in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
e Mr. Ruller offered clarification on the proposed updates to the 35-year-old sustainability
ordinance. He acknowledged the frustrations caused by legal language and aimed to
clarify the intent behind the proposed changes. He explained that the updates do not
intend to repeal the ordinance but to provide more authority and clearer procedural
guidelines for the Sustainability Commission. He emphasized the routine nature of such
updates while
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Tue Jan 6, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
319 S. Water St. , Kent
Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission