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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
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and 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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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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. cc: Health Board Health Staff Post 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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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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. cc: Health Board Health Staff Post 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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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319 S. Water Street, Kent
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930 Overholt Rd., Kent, Ohio 44240 • (330) 678-8108 fax (330) 678-8030 • www.KentOhio.org 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.

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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.

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Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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. 3 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and 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 & 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 Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Community [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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319 S. Water Street, City of Kent
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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 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.
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.

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930 Overholt Rd., Kent, Ohio 44240 • (330) 678-8108 fax (330) 678-8030 • www.KentOhio.org 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) 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.
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.

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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 Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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 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.

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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.

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City of Kent 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 Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in the Planning Commission public meeting or event should contact the Community Development Department at 330-678- 8108 or [email protected]. Any request for auxiliary aid or other accommodation should be made as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours prior to the meeting date. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and 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 & 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 Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of poli [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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 Molai Maint. Bldg. quote
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.

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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 If you require assistance to attend this meeting, please contact the Health Department at (330) 678-8109. cc: Health Board [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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319 S. Water Street, City of Kent
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City of Kent, Ohio 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 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 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.

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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.

319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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319 S. Water Street, City of Kent
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City of Kent, Ohio 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 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.
Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

319 S. Water St., Kent
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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and 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 & 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 Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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’ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 19:45

General

319 S. Water St. , Kent
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Health

201 East Erie Street, Kent
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Health

201 East Erie Street, kent, ohio, 44240, Non Hispanic Or Non Latino
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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in the Planning Commission public meeting or event should contact the Community Development Department at 330-678- 8108 or [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 event. 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.

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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.

319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 19:00

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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in the Planning Commission public meeting or event should contact the Community Development Department at 330-678- 8108 or [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 event. 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.

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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 _______________________________________________________________________ Glenn Russell, Chairman Jean Chrest, Clerk-t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 10, 2026 · 17:30

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.

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319 S. Water St., Kent
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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).

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and 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 & 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 Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effec [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Approved 6/15/26 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 reopen a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 _______________________________________________________________________ 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.

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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.

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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 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.
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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 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. 4 _ = i - ————— Kathleen Coleman eines Clerk of Council Malone President of Council Any person who requires [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in the Planning Commission public meeting or event should contact the Community Development Department at 330-678- 8108 or [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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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City of Kent, Ohio 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 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.
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.

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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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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. ADJOURN There being no fur [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in the Planning Commission public meeting or event should contact the Community Development Department at 330-678- 8108 or [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 event. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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kent parks & recreation ou 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.

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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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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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City of Kent 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 Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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Any person who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate in any City or City Council public meeting or event should contact the Clerk of Council at 330-678-8007. 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. 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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City of Kent 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. \ + OHIO - "einen 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 6, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

319 S. Water St. , Kent
Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 17:30

Sustainability Commission