Canal Winchester, OH

Committee of the Whole

Landmarks Commission

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will consider several resolutions, including approving the mayor's appointment of Ryan Knight to the Planning and Zoning Commission, accepting Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations for Franklin and Fairfield County tax abatement areas, and adopting the five-year Capital Improvements Plan for 2027-2031. The council will also consider an ordinance to accept a dedication of real property from South Central Power for public right-of-way. These items are requests to move to full Council for action.

• Resolution 26-034: Approve Ryan Knight to Planning and Zoning Commission (term to Dec 31, 2029)
• Resolution 26-035: Accept Franklin County TIRC recommendations for tax abatement areas (CRA, TIF districts)
• Resolution 26-036: Accept Fairfield County TIRC recommendations for tax abatement areas (CRA, TIF districts)
• Resolution 26-037: Adopt 5-year Capital Improvements Plan 2027-2031 (total $335,212,000)
• Ordinance 26-017: Accept dedication of real property from South Central Power for public right-of-way

City Council Appeal Hearing

The Canal Winchester City Council will hold an appeal hearing on the Planning and Zoning Commission's denial of Variance #VA-26-015, which would allow Megan and Terrence Bell to build a screened-in porch encroaching into the required 30-foot rear yard setback at 7188 Charleton Ct. The Council will hear testimony from staff, the appellants, and any aggrieved parties, then deliberate and vote on whether to uphold or overturn the denial.

• Appeal of Planning and Zoning Commission denial of Variance #VA-26-015 for 7188 Charleton Ct.
• Proposed screened-in porch: 14 ft deep by 12.8 ft wide, encroaching 6-7 ft into required 30-ft rear yard setback.
• Property zoned PUD, subject to Ord. No. 59-90 and 1990 Zoning Code Chapter 80.27.04(7).
• Staff recommends denial; applicant argues similar porches exist nearby and requests 24.4 ft setback.
• Council may deliberate in open or closed session before voting.

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including adopting the five-year Capital Improvements Plan for 2027-2031, approving tax incentive review council recommendations for Franklin and Fairfield County tax abatement areas, and appointing Ryan Knight to the Planning and Zoning Commission. They will also vote on seeking Ohio Public Works Commission funding for the Hill Rd. widening project and accept right-of-way dedications from Velocity Hill Road Parcel One, LLC and South Central Power.

• RES-26-037: Adopt five-year Capital Improvements Plan for 2027-2031
• RES-26-035/036: Approve tax abatement recommendations for Franklin and Fairfield County areas
• ORD-26-014: Seek OPWC funding for Hill Rd. widening project (estimated $5 million)
• ORD-26-016: Accept 0.679 acres right-of-way from Velocity Hill Road Parcel One, LLC
• ORD-26-017: Accept right-of-way dedication from South Central Power

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council will meet to discuss and vote on several key items, including seeking state funding for the Hill Road widening project, authorizing the Labor Day festival, and approving a water line easement for the Velocity Hill Road project. The meeting will also include reports from city officials and a public hearing on a Planning and Zoning recommendation.

• Seek OPWC funding for Hill Road widening project (ORD-26-014)
• Authorize Labor Day festival on city streets (RES-26-031)
• Approve water line easement from Meijer Stores for Velocity Hill Road project (RES-26-030)
• Amend 2026 budget to restore $20,000 in emergency funds (ORD-26-015)
• Set public hearing for Planning and Zoning recommendation on September 8 at 5:45 PM

The Canal Winchester City Council met and approved the minutes from the July 20 work session and regular meeting. Council set an appeal hearing for August 17 at 5:30 p.m. regarding a notice of appeal from Megan and Terrence Bell. No ordinances were passed; two were introduced for first or second reading. The meeting was largely informational, with reports on recent car break-ins, development projects, and upcoming events.

• Approved July 20 work session minutes (7-0)
• Approved July 20 council meeting minutes (7-0)
• Set appeal hearing for Megan and Terrence Bell for August 17 at 5:30 p.m.
• No objection to Liquor Control application for Hartman's building (D-5J permit)
• Introduced ORD-26-014 (Hill Rd. widening funding) for second reading
• Introduced ORD-26-016 (dedication of real property from Velocity Hill Road Parcel One, LLC) for first reading

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council will hold a work session to discuss and potentially act on an ordinance to accept a 0.679-acre parcel of land from Velocity Hill Road Parcel One, LLC for use as public right-of-way. The meeting will also address procedural items, including findings of fact and conclusions of law related to a zoning appeal for a proposed express car wash at 9875 Greengate Blvd.

• Accept 0.679-acre land dedication from Velocity Hill Road Parcel One, LLC for public right-of-way (ORD-26-016)
• Review findings of fact and conclusions of law for zoning appeal at 9875 Greengate Blvd (OTH-26-007)
• Discuss OPWC Project (OTH-26-008)
• Set Rules Committee meeting date (OTH-26-010)

Council voted 7-0 to advance ORD-26-016, accepting 0.679 acres of right-of-way from Velocity Hill Road Parcel One, LLC for the Hill Road frontage of the Velocity project, to full Council. Council also accepted the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law (OTH-26-007) with a 6-0 vote and one abstention, and discussed the Hill Road widening project (OTH-26-008) with an estimated cost of $5 million, scheduling a public meeting for August 20. A Rules Committee meeting was set for September 21, and Council adjourned to executive session for pending litigation.

• Moved ORD-26-016 to full Council (7-0)
• Accepted Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Scheduled Rules Committee meeting for September 21
• Adjourned to executive session for pending litigation (7-0)

Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation

The Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation will hold elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and a Category B Trustee. The body will also consider a resolution regarding a lease termination and purchase option for property at 18–26 West Waterloo St.

• Resolution 2026–01: Lease termination and purchase option for 18–26 West Waterloo St. by Fairfield Trine, LLC
• Election of President, Vice President, and Secretary
• Election of a Category B Trustee for a South Central Power employee position

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will consider several Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior changes to residential and commercial properties. The body is deciding on requests ranging from roof replacements and siding to building additions and demolitions.

• CA-26-023: Proposed conversion of duplex to single family dwelling with additions at 41 West Columbus Street
• CA-26-026: Request to demolish rear accessory building at 108 N High Street
• CA-26-027: New windows and doors for Faith Educare at 15 West Columbus Street
• CA-26-028/029: New vinyl and LP Smartside lap siding at 59 N Trine Street
• CA-26-031: New fencing at 80 East Waterloo Street

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester Council will consider resolutions to authorize a water line easement from Meijer for utility work and to permit the Labor Day Festival to operate on city streets and sidewalks.

• Authorize water line easement from Meijer Stores Limited Partnership
• Authorize Labor Day Festival operations on city streets and sidewalks
• Authorize contracts for US Route 33 widening
• Authorize appointment of Chuck Milliken to Planning and Zoning Commission
• Authorize seeking financial assistance for Hill Rd. widening project

Council voted to move several resolutions and ordinances to full Council, including a contract for the widening of US Route 33 and a request for OPWC funding for the Hill Road widening project. They also advanced a Planning and Zoning Commission appointment and a budget amendment to replace emergency funds.

• Moved RES-26-030 (Meijer water line easement) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved RES-26-031 (Labor Day Festival authorization) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved RES-26-032 (US Route 33 widening contracts) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved RES-26-033 (Appointment of Chuck Milliken to Planning and Zoning Commission) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved ORD-26-014 (OPWC funding for Hill Road widening) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved ORD-26-015 ($20,000 General Fund appropriation amendment) to full Council (7-0)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council will consider several resolutions, including authorizing a water line easement from Meijer Stores Limited Partnership, approving the Labor Day Festival Committee to run the annual festival, and allowing contracts for widening US Route 33. The council will also conduct a first reading of an ordinance to request financial assistance from the Ohio Public Works Commission for the Hill Rd widening project and declare an emergency. Additionally, the council will appoint Chuck Milliken to the Planning and Zoning Commission for the remainder of his term.

• Resolution (RES-26-030) to authorize the mayor to accept a water line easement from Meijer Stores Limited Partnership
• Resolution (RES-26-031) authorizing the Labor Day Festival Committee to operate the annual Canal Winchester Labor Day Festival
• Resolution (RES-26-032) to authorize the mayor or designee to enter contracts with the Director of Transportation for widening US Route 33
• Ordinance (ORD-26-014) first reading to seek Ohio Public Works Commission financial assistance and declare an emergency for the Hill Rd widening project
• Resolution (RES-26-033) appointing Chuck Milliken to serve the remainder of a four‑year term on the Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council approved several resolutions including the widening of US Route 33 and the operation of the annual Labor Day Festival. A public hearing for the rezoning of 111 acres at the Estates at Miller Farms was scheduled for September 8. Council also approved the appointment of Chuck Milliken to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Approved water line easement from Meijer Stores Limited Partnership (7-0)
• Approved Labor Day Festival operation on city streets and sidewalks (7-0)
• Approved contracts for the widening of US Route 33 (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Chuck Milliken to Planning and Zoning Commission (7-0)
• Adopted ORD-26-015 to amend the 2026 Appropriation Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved May 2026 Mayor’s Court Report (7-0)
• Approved June 2026 Mayor’s Court Report (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Estates at Miller Farms rezoning for Sept 8

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on five variance requests, a conditional use for a cat rescue kennel, a rezoning from Exceptional Use to Planned Residential District, and a preliminary development plan for 271 single-family lots on 112 acres. They will also consider approving the minutes from the June 8 meeting and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Rezoning (ZM-25-002) of PID 181-0000390 from EU to PRD for Canal Family Farms / Wilcox Communities
• Preliminary Development Plan (PDP-25-003) for 112.3 acres with 271 single-family lots at same location
• Conditional Use (CU-26-002) for a commercial kennel/cat rescue at 229 Winchester Cemetery Road
• Variance (VA-26-011) to permit a 6-foot vinyl privacy fence at 7411 Callie Street in Canal Cove
• Variance (VA-26-012 & VA-26-013) for wall sign height and additional signage at 6270 Bowen Road

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission is meeting to define its role, operating philosophy, and vision for success. The body will review the commission establishment ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan to determine top sustainability priorities for the next 2-3 years.

• Review of the Commission establishment ordinance
• Review of sustainability priorities from the Comprehensive Plan
• Determination of top 3 priorities for the next 2-3 years
• Identification of first-year quick wins

The commission held a workshop facilitated by Mayor Ben Kessler to define its role and success metrics. Members reached consensus on three primary goals for the next 2-3 years: expanding recycling, creating an education series, and developing a strategic plan via MORPC 2050.

• Identified top priority 1: Expand Recycling via GAP analysis and resolutions
• Identified top priority 2: Establish an Education Series
• Identified top priority 3: Develop Strategic Plan/MORPC 2050
• Designated 'honorable mention' priorities: EV infrastructure, PACE, signature events, and shade tree canopy

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will consider six Certificate of Appropriateness applications for exterior modifications to historic properties. Items include new roofs, fences, a shed, and a major facade renovation at 74 North High Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• CA-26-018: Exterior modifications (new siding, roof, windows, shutters, garage door, gutters, lighting) at 74 North High Street
• CA-26-019: New asphalt shingles at 260 North High Street
• CA-26-020: New asphalt shingles at 100 West Columbus Street
• CA-26-022: New fence and copper downspouts at 15 East Columbus Street
• CA-26-024: New shed at 132 West Columbus Street

The Commission approved four certificates of appropriateness for roofing, fencing, and a shed. It also granted conceptual approval for a renovation and garage addition at 41-43 Columbus Street with specific conditions. Two applications were tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved new asphalt shingles at 100 West Columbus Street (7-0)
• Approved 4-foot wood picket fence at 19 East Oak Street (7-0)
• Approved wrought iron fence and copper downspouts at 15 East Columbus Street (7-0)
• Approved 12x12 shed at 132 West Columbus Street (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved conceptual renovation and garage at 41-43 Columbus Street with conditions (7-0)
• Tabled exterior modifications at 74 North High Street (7-0)
• Tabled asphalt shingle request at 260 North High Street (7-0)
• Approved May 26th, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester Council work session will discuss three items for possible advancement to a full council meeting: authorizing the Blues and Ribfest on July 24-25, entering a roadway maintenance agreement with Fairfield County for portions of Hill Road to support adjacent development, and amending the 2026 appropriation ordinance. No final votes are expected at this session.

• RES-26-027: Authorize Destination: Canal Winchester to operate Blues and Ribfest on July 24-25 with street closures on High, Waterloo, and Stradley Place.
• RES-26-028: Authorize mayor to sign a maintenance agreement with Fairfield County for Hill Road sections; city assumes all maintenance costs without compensation.
• ORD-26-013: Amend 2026 appropriation ordinance (amendment #2) for budget adjustments.

The Council work session moved three items to full Council: a resolution authorizing the Blues and Ribfest, a resolution authorizing a roadway maintenance agreement with Fairfield County for a portion of Hill Road, and an ordinance amending the 2026 appropriations. All three motions passed unanimously (6-0). The meeting also included staff reports on ongoing construction projects and discussion of a proposed resolution celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

• Moved RES-26-027 (Blues and Ribfest authorization) to full Council (6-0)
• Moved RES-26-028 (Hill Road maintenance agreement with Fairfield County) to full Council (6-0)
• Moved ORD-26-013 (2026 appropriation amendment #2) to full Council (6-0)
• Excused Councilmember Moore from the work session (6-0)

City Council Appeal Hearing

The City Council will hear an appeal from Shrimangeshi, LLC and Express Wash Concepts regarding the denial of a final development plan for an express car wash at 9875 Greengate Blvd. The Planning and Zoning Commission upheld the Zoning Administrator's rejection, concluding that stand-alone car washes are prohibited under the Violet Pointe Overlay District. The Council will deliberate and vote on the appeal.

• Appeal hearing on denial of final development plan for express car wash at 9875 Greengate Blvd.
• Applicant argues car wash is permitted by right under GreenGates PUD text; commission cites VPOD prohibition.
• Planning and Zoning Commission voted to deny the appeal on April 13, 2026.
• Council will consider whether the VPOD supersedes the GreenGates Text on permitted uses.
• Procedural items: administration of oath, acceptance of documents, and council deliberation.

City Council unanimously denied an appeal by the applicant seeking to build a Moo Moo Car Wash on a 1.46-acre parcel off Greengate Boulevard. The council affirmed the Planning and Zoning Commission's decision that a standalone car wash is a prohibited use under the Violet Point Overlay District. The vote was 6-0 against the appeal.

• Denied appeal of Planning and Zoning Commission's denial of car wash (6-0)
• Affirmed staff determination that car wash is prohibited use under Violet Point Overlay District

City Council

Canal Winchester City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions include adopting the 2027 tax budget, accepting a property dedication from Lock Pointe Village for public right-of-way, authorizing the Blues and Ribfest street closures, and entering a roadway maintenance agreement for Hill Road. The meeting also includes committee reports and public comments.

• Adoption of 2027 Tax Budget (ORD-26-012)
• Acceptance of real property dedication from Lock Pointe Village, LLC for public right-of-way (ORD-26-011)
• Authorization for Destination: Canal Winchester to operate Blues and Ribfest on city streets (RES-26-027)
• Authorization for roadway maintenance agreement with Fairfield County for portions of Hill Road (RES-26-028)
• First reading of ordinance to amend 2026 appropriation ordinance #25-029, amendment #2 (ORD-26-013)

The Canal Winchester City Council adopted the 2027 tax budget and authorized a roadway maintenance agreement with Fairfield County for portions of Hill Road. It also approved the dedication of real property from Lock Pointe Village for public right-of-way, amended the 2026 appropriations, and authorized the Blues and Ribfest event. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Adopted 2027 tax budget (ORD-26-012) (6-0)
• Authorized roadway maintenance agreement with Fairfield County for Hill Road (RES-26-028) (6-0)
• Adopted dedication of real property from Lock Pointe Village for public right-of-way (ORD-26-011) (6-0)
• Amended 2026 appropriations ordinance #25-029, amendment #2 (ORD-26-013) (6-0)
• Authorized Destination: Canal Winchester to operate Blues and Ribfest (RES-26-027) (6-0)
• Adopted resolution celebrating 250th anniversary of Declaration of Independence (RES-26-029) (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use request for an adult day care center at 80 West Columbus Street and a variance for a driveway width at 213 N Sarwil Dr. The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Conditional use request CU-26-001 for adult day care at 80 West Columbus Street (David's United Church of Christ)
• Variance request VA-26-010 to allow driveway wider than 10 feet at 213 N Sarwil Dr.
• Approval of May 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for issues not on the agenda

The Commission approved a variance to allow a residential driveway wider than 10 feet at 213 N Sarwil Dr. An application for an adult day care at 80 West Columbus Street was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved May 11, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Withdrew Conditional Use request for Adult Day Care at 80 West Columbus Street
• Approved variance for residential driveway width at 213 N Sarwil Dr. (5-0)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council will vote on the 2027 tax budget, which sets the city's revenue limits and relies heavily on income taxes. The council will also consider a Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Molto Canal Pointe II, L.L.C., and a second reading on accepting a property dedication from Lock Pointe Village, LLC for public right-of-way.

• RES-26-026: CRA agreement with Molto Canal Pointe II, L.L.C. and a school compensation agreement with Canal Winchester Local School District
• ORD-26-012: Second reading on the 2027 tax budget, projecting $12.875 million in income tax revenue
• ORD-26-011: Second reading to accept real property dedication from Lock Pointe Village, LLC for public right-of-way
• ORD-26-010: Third reading to edit and include ordinances in the city's codified codes

Council adopted RES-26-026, authorizing a Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Molto Canal Pointe II, L.L.C. and a related school compensation agreement, by a 7-0 vote. ORD-26-010, approving the codification of ordinances, was also adopted 7-0. Two other ordinances received second reading only with no final action.

• Adopted RES-26-026: CRA agreement with Molto Canal Pointe II, L.L.C. and school compensation agreement (7-0)
• Adopted ORD-26-010: codification of ordinances (7-0)
• Approved May 18, 2026 Public Hearing minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved May 18, 2026 Work Session minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved May 18, 2026 Council Meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Second reading only for ORD-26-011: dedication of public right-of-way from Lock Pointe Village
• Second reading only for ORD-26-012: 2027 tax budget

Council Work Session

The Council will discuss a resolution authorizing a Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) agreement with Molto Canal Pointe II, L.L.C. for a $19.975 million industrial project. The proposal offers a 15-year, 100% real property tax exemption on new structures and a 10-year, 50% exemption on remodeling, estimated to create 50 full-time jobs. The agenda also includes a Chamber of Commerce report.

• Resolution RES-26-026 to enter into a CRA agreement with Molto Canal Pointe II, L.L.C. for a $19.975M, 210,748 sq ft industrial facility at the Route 33 CRA
• Estimated 50 full-time jobs with $1.875M annual payroll
• 15-year 100% real property tax exemption on new structures; 10-year 50% exemption on remodeling over $100,000
• School Compensation Agreement with Canal Winchester Local School District
• Chamber of Commerce Report (OTH-26-006)

Council voted to move a resolution regarding a Community Reinvestment Area agreement and school compensation agreement with Molto Canal Pointe II, L.L.C. to full Council. The Chamber of Commerce provided a financial and operational update, and Council discussed potential media management strategies.

• Moved RES-26-026 (Molto Canal Pointe II CRA and school compensation agreement) to full Council (6-0)

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will consider six pending applications for certificates of appropriateness, including a new sign, asphalt shingles, a fence, windows, a pergola, and exterior modifications. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes. All items are routine approvals for property changes in the historic district.

• CA-26-013: New wall sign at 80 West Waterloo Street for Carmen Orthodontics
• CA-26-014: New asphalt shingles at 159 Washington Street
• CA-26-015: New fence at 46 East Columbus Street
• CA-26-016: New windows at 260 North High Street
• CA-26-017: Pergola at 121 West Columbus Street

The Landmarks Commission denied a request to replace 12 original wood windows with vinyl on a 1922 home at 260 North High Street, citing the need for preservation. Three other certificates of appropriateness were approved with conditions: a new sign at 80 West Waterloo Street, asphalt shingles at 159 Washington Street, and a fence at 46 East Columbus Street. Two applications were tabled to allow applicants to provide more details: a pergola at 121 West Columbus Street and exterior modifications at 74 North High Street.

• Approved CA-26-013 new sign at 80 West Waterloo Street with condition to relocate address numbers (7-0)
• Approved CA-26-014 asphalt shingles at 159 Washington Street with condition that drip edge be white (7-0)
• Approved CA-26-015 fence at 46 East Columbus Street with conditions on height, design, and materials (7-0)
• Denied CA-26-016 window replacement at 260 North High Street (7-0)
• Tabled CA-26-017 pergola at 121 West Columbus Street to next meeting (5-2)
• Tabled CA-26-018 exterior modifications at 74 North High Street to next meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 27, 2026 meeting (6-0-1)

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council will consider several items, including a revised final development plan for Sub-Area A of the Miller Farms planned unit development, which would replace a previously approved plan. The council will also consider accepting a right-of-way dedication from Lock Pointe Village, LLC, and adopting the 2027 tax budget. A resolution recognizing National Public Works Week is also on the agenda.

• Resolution to repeal RES-26-006 and approve amended final development plan for Miller Farms Sub-Area A (106 single-family homes), with conditions including road widening on Oregon Road and a tax increment financing area
• Ordinance to accept dedication of real property from Lock Pointe Village, LLC for public right-of-way (ORD-26-011)
• Ordinance to adopt the 2027 tax budget (ORD-26-012)
• Resolution recognizing National Public Works Week, May 17-23, 2026 (RES-26-024)

The council voted to advance two resolutions to the next full council meeting: one recognizing Public Works Week and another approving a final development plan for the Miller Farms PUD. No final decisions were made during this work session.

• Excused McLaughlin from work session (6-0)
• Moved RES-26-024 to full Council (6-0)
• Moved RES-26-025 to full Council (6-0)

City Council

The Council will consider adoption of a resolution approving the final development plan for Sub-Area A of the Miller Farms Planned Unit Development, repealing a prior resolution. First readings will be held for ordinances accepting a right-of-way dedication from Lock Pointe Village, LLC and adopting the 2027 tax budget. A second reading for an ordinance updating the city's codified ordinances is also on the agenda.

• RES-26-025: final development plan for Sub-Area A of Miller Farms PUD
• ORD-26-011: accept real property dedication from Lock Pointe Village, LLC for public right-of-way
• ORD-26-012: adopt 2027 tax budget (first reading)
• ORD-26-010: second reading for editing codified ordinances
• Public comment submission from M. Harris-Ortiz (PCS-26-003)

City Council approved two resolutions: one recognizing Public Works Week and another repealing a prior resolution to approve a final development plan for Sub-Area A of the Miller Farms Planned Unit Development. The meeting also included routine approvals of meeting minutes and a discussion regarding the upcoming pool season.

• Approved MIN-26-018 Work Session Minutes (6-0)
• Approved MIN-26-019 City Council Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Adopted RES-26-024 recognizing Public Works Week (6-0)
• Adopted RES-26-025 repealing RES-26-006 and approving Miller Farms Sub-Area A plan (6-0)
• Second Reading of ORD-26-010 amending codified ordinances (6-0)
• First Reading of ORD-26-011 accepting property dedication from Lock Pointe Village (6-0)
• First Reading of ORD-26-012 adopting 2027 Tax Budget (6-0)
• Excused Council member McLaughlin from meeting (6-0)

Council Public Hearing

This is a public hearing for City Council to consider Ordinance 26-012, which would approve and adopt the 2027 tax budget. The budget includes $16.3 million in General Fund revenues and $17.2 million in expenditures, projecting a $833,400 deficit. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Ordinance 26-012 to adopt the 2027 tax budget
• General Fund projects $16,345,150 in revenues and $17,178,550 in expenditures for 2027
• Estimated $833,400 deficit in the General Fund for 2027
• General property tax estimate of $800,000 and municipal income tax estimate of $12,875,000
• Public hearing with three-minute speaking limit for residents

Motions were made and carried to excuse Mr. Bennett and Mr. McLaughlin from the May 18 public hearing. Both motions received unanimous support with five affirmative votes. The 2027 tax budget ordinance was presented for discussion but no vote was recorded.

• Excused Mr. Bennett from public hearing (Yes 5 – Moore, Shea, Amick, Detwiler, Payne)
• Excused Mr. McLaughlin from public hearing (Yes 5 – Moore, Detwiler, Payne, Shea, Amick)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request for an adult day care at 80 West Columbus Street. It will review two amendments to building materials for Canal Winchester Local Schools projects at 300 Washington Street (Performing Arts Center and Field House). It will also consider the final development plan for Miller Farms, proposing 106 single‑family lots on 36.2 acres (PID 184-002994, Subarea A).

• CU-26-001 – Conditional use request for Ohio Adult Day Care at 80 West Columbus Street
• SDP-25-008 – Amendment of approved building materials for the Performing Arts Center at 300 Washington Street
• FDP-25-004 – Amendment of approved building materials for the Field House at 300 Washington Street
• FDP-26-002 – Final Development Plan for Miller Farms, 106 single‑family lots on 36.2 acres (PID 184-002994, Subarea A)

The Planning and Zoning Commission tabled a conditional use request for an adult day care at David's United Church of Christ to allow the applicant to attend a future meeting. The commission approved amendments to the Canal Winchester Local Schools' Performing Arts Center and Field House construction plans, as well as a Final Development Plan for a new subdivision.

• Tabled adult day care conditional use request (5-0)
• Approved Performing Arts Center construction material changes (5-0)
• Approved Field House construction material changes (5-0)
• Approved Final Development Plan for Miller Farms subdivision (5-0)

Council Work Session

Council will discuss a resolution to create a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) area for the Miller Farms Commercial property, exempting 100% of improvements from property taxes for up to 30 years and directing service payments to the school district and career center. Additionally, they will consider recognizing National Police Week and approving a codification update. Items are requests to move to full Council.

• Resolution RES-26-022 to create a TIF area (Miller Farms Commercial) with 100% property tax exemption on improvements for 30 years
• Service payments in lieu of taxes to go to Canal Winchester Local School District and Eastland-Fairfield Career Center
• Establishment of a Municipal Public Improvement Tax Increment Equivalent Fund for remaining payments
• Resolution RES-26-023 recognizing National Police Week from May 11–16, 2026
• Ordinance ORD-26-010 approving inclusion of certain ordinances into the Codified Ordinances

Canal Winchester City Council moved three items to the next meeting: a resolution for a commercial TIF district, a resolution recognizing National Police Week, and an ordinance updating the codified ordinances. The council also discussed street tree planting.

• Moved RES-26-022 (TIF) to full Council (6-1)
• Moved RES-26-023 (Police Week) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved ORD-26-010 (Codified Ordinances) to full Council (7-0)
• Adjourned to executive session (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a resolution to create a tax increment financing (TIF) area for public improvements, exempting 100% of property improvements from taxes and requiring service payments in lieu of taxes. They will also set a public hearing date for an appeal by Express Wash Concepts, LLC, and recognize National Police Week. A first reading of an ordinance to codify various ordinances is on the agenda.

• RES-26-022: Create a TIF area for development with 100% property tax exemption and service payments to schools and career center
• COM-26-013: Notice of appeal by Express Wash Concepts, LLC – set public hearing date
• RES-26-023: Recognize National Police Week (May 11-16, 2026)
• ORD-26-010: First reading of ordinance to edit and include ordinances in the codified ordinances
• Approval of minutes from April 20 work session and council meeting

The council adopted Resolution RES-26-022 to create a tax increment financing (TIF) area, exempting 100% of improvements on certain parcels from real property taxes and requiring service payments in lieu of taxes. A portion of those payments will go to local schools and the career center; the remainder will fund public infrastructure improvements. The vote was 6-0-1 (Detwiler abstaining). The council also set a June 15 public hearing for an appeal by Express Wash Concepts, adopted a resolution recognizing National Police Week, and approved minutes and routine reports.

• Adopted RES-26-022 creating a TIF area with 100% property tax exemption on improvements (6-0-1, Detwiler abstained)
• Set June 15 at 5:30 p.m. as public hearing date for Express Wash Concepts LLC appeal
• Adopted RES-26-023 recognizing National Police Week May 11-16, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 20 work session (MIN-26-016) and regular meeting (MIN-26-017) (7-0 each)
• Approved April 2026 Mayor's Court Report (7-0)

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission meeting on April 27, 2026 will consider pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications for several historic homes. Items include a new patio and gazebo at 116 East Columbus Street, a privacy fence at 159 Washington Street, new front and kitchen doors at 153 Washington Street, a front porch railing and steps at 79 N High Street, and roof and garage additions at 56 West Columbus Street. The commission will also address old and new business before adjourning.

• CA-26-004 – 116 East Columbus Street: request for new 28’x40’ stamped‑concrete patio and a detached 16’x26’ gazebo.
• CA-26-009 – 159 Washington Street: request to replace existing fence with a new privacy fence featuring a wood‑lattice top.
• CA-26-010 – 153 Washington Street: request for new front door and new kitchen door.
• CA-26-011 – 79 N High Street: request for front porch railing and steps.
• CA-26-012 – 56 West Columbus Street: request to add knee braces to roof and a 4‑by‑7‑foot garage addition.

The Landmarks Commission approved five Certificate of Appropriateness applications for new patios, fences, doors, and porch modifications. The meeting also included a motion to excuse a member and the approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness #CA-26-004 for new patio and gazebo (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness #CA-26-009 for new fence (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness #CA-26-010 for new front and kitchen doors (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness #CA-26-011 for front porch railing and steps (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness #CA-26-012 for roof corbels and garage addition (6-0)
• Approved March 23rd, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Motion carried to excuse Patrick Lynch from the meeting (6-0)
• Meeting adjourned at 7:34 pm (6-0)

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council will consider three resolutions. RES-26-019 would approve an amended final development plan for the Violet Township Fire Station at 6969 Busey Road. RES-26-020 would authorize the mayor to accept a 0.17‑acre parcel of land to be dedicated as a public right‑of‑way. RES-26-021 would exempt the Sustainability Commission’s Great Garage Revival event from certain statutory limitations.

• Resolution 26-019 – approve amended final development plan for Violet Township Fire Station, 6969 Busey Road
• Resolution 26-020 – authorize mayor to accept a 0.17‑acre parcel of land for public right‑of‑way
• Resolution 26-021 – exempt the Sustainability Commission’s Great Garage Revival event from Section 1135.09(c)(3) limitations

The Council voted to advance three resolutions to the next full meeting: approving an amended final development plan for the Violet Township Fire Station, authorizing the dedication of a right-of-way parcel, and exempting the Sustainability Commission's Great Garage Revival from a code limitation. The Council also discussed traffic control measures at Washington and Ashbrook Road.

• Moved Violet Township Fire Station plan to full Council (7-0)
• Moved right-of-way dedication resolution to full Council (7-0)
• Moved Sustainability Commission garage sale exemption to full Council (7-0)
• Discussed potential traffic signal upgrades at Washington and Ashbrook Road

City Council

City Council will consider three resolutions: an amended final development plan for the Violet Township Fire Station at 6969 Busey Road, accepting a 0.17-acre parcel for right-of-way, and exempting the Sustainability Commission's Great Garage Revival from event limits. Two ordinances on swimming pool rates and the 2026 appropriation amendment are up for a third reading and adoption. The meeting includes public comments and reports.

• Resolution to approve amended final development plan for Violet Township Fire Station at 6969 Busey Road
• Resolution to authorize mayor to accept 0.17-acre parcel dedication as right-of-way for public use
• Resolution exempting Sustainability Commission's Great Garage Revival event from city code limitations
• Third reading of ordinance updating swimming pool rates (ORD-26-007)
• Third reading of ordinance amending 2026 appropriations (ORD-26-008)

The Canal Winchester City Council approved three resolutions and two ordinances, including updated swimming pool rates and an amendment to the 2026 appropriations ordinance. The council also approved the amended final development plan for the Violet Township Fire Station.

• Approved amended final development plan for Violet Township Fire Station (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to accept 0.17-acre parcel as right of way (7-0)
• Exempted Sustainability Commission's Great Garage Revival from permit limits (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance updating swimming pool rates (7-0)
• Adopted amendment to 2026 appropriations ordinance (7-0)
• Approved March 2026 Mayor's Court Report (7-0)
• Approved April 6, 2026 council meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved April 6, 2026 work session minutes (7-0)

Council Public Meeting

This is a council retreat, not a regular voting meeting. Members will hear a regional growth presentation, preview the State of the City, conduct a SWOT analysis, discuss community plan progress, and set goals and action plans. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Regional Growth Presentation
• State of the City Preview
• SWOT Analysis
• Community Plan Progress discussion
• Goal Setting & Action Planning