Canal Winchester public meetings in 2023

Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation

The Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation is considering a resolution to authorize the Executive Vice President to enter into a renovation agreement for 20 S. High Street. The project involves renovating exterior elements of the property to prepare for future occupancy.

• Resolution 2023-09: Agreement with MAC Construction, Inc. for 20 S. High Street renovations
• Contract price of $216,155
• Total authorization amount not to exceed $225,000
• Scheduled substantial completion date of May 1, 2024

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will meet to review three pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications: a new asphalt shingle roof at 94 W Waterloo Street, a new fence at 48 E Waterloo Street, and selective demolition at 20 South High Street. The meeting will also include approval of the November 27, 2023 minutes and any new business.

• CA-23-050: New asphalt shingles at 94 W Waterloo Street (owner Hanna McCord, applicant Joann Hawk)
• CA-23-051: New fence at 48 E Waterloo Street (owner Meg Fruth & Laurianne Scott, applicant MOBO Holdings LLC)
• CA-23-052: Selective demolition at 20 South High Street (owner City of Canal Winchester, applicant Canal Winchester Industry & Commerce Corporation)
• Approval of November 27, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

City Council is deciding on several zoning map amendments to allow limited manufacturing and approving tax exemptions for Northpoint Development, L.L.C. The body is also reviewing a pre-annexation agreement for land on Busey Road and appropriations for the 2024 fiscal year.

• Rezoning of 48.664 acres at Hill and Basil-Western Roads to Limited Manufacturing (ORD-23-047)
• Rezoning of three parcels owned by L&D Family Farms LLC to Limited Manufacturing (ORD-23-042)
• 15-year, 75% real estate tax exemption for Northpoint Development, L.L.C. in exchange for job creation (ORD-23-044)
• Pre-annexation agreement for 2.01 acres at 10711 Busey Rd (RES-23-048)
• Distribution of 2024 BED tax grant funds (RES-23-047)

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will discuss and potentially advance several items to full Council, including a rezoning of about 48.7 acres on Hill and Basil-Western Roads from Exceptional Use to Limited Manufacturing, a resolution distributing 2024 bed tax grant funds totaling $26,000 to local nonprofits, and a pre-annexation agreement for water service at 10711 Busey Rd. Also on the agenda is a tabled ordinance amending the transient occupancy tax allocation and a presentation from the Columbus Metropolitan Library.

• Rezoning 48.664 acres (Fairfield County parcel 042-041220, owned by Weiser Development Co., LLC) on Hill and Basil-Western Roads from EU to LM
• Resolution RES-23-047 approving distribution of $26,000 in 2024 bed tax grant funds to 20 local organizations
• Resolution RES-23-048 authorizing a pre-annexation agreement with Brenda and Rodney Chester for 2.01 acres at 10711 Busey Rd, including water service
• Ordinance ORD-23-038 (tabled) amending Section 185.02 to change transient occupancy tax allocation and add a Council seat on Destination: Canal Winchester board
• Ordinance ORD-23-046 authorizing reimbursement to Molto Canal Pointe, LLC for oversizing the Canal Pointe lift station

Council Public Hearing

The Canal Winchester City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Ordinance 23-047, which would rezone approximately 48.664 acres at the corner of Hill and Basil-Western Roads from EU (Exceptional Use) to LM (Limited Manufacturing). The property, owned by Weiser Development Co., LLC, is currently an agricultural field and was previously zoned for manufacturing when it was in Violet Township. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Rezoning of 48.664 acres (Fairfield County parcel 042-041220) from EU to LM
• Property located on Hill and Basil-Western Roads, owned by Weiser Development Co., LLC
• Future development would require $1.50 per square foot contribution to road improvements
• Planned improvements include a roundabout at Kings Crossing and Hill Road and widening Basil Western Road to three lanes
• Site is within the Violet Pointe Overlay District, adding buffer and design standards

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a conditional use request and site development plan for a new 30,000 square foot public library at 123 Groveport Road. The agenda also includes multiple variance requests regarding window signage for Canal Winchester Local Schools.

• Conditional Use and Site Development Plan for a 30,000 sq. ft. public library at 123 Groveport Road
• Five variance requests for window signage size and quantity at various Canal Winchester Local School locations
• Variance request for building signage materials at 54 West Waterloo Street

City Council

City Council will consider adopting an updated community plan and several professional engineering and consulting contracts. The body is also reviewing a zoning map amendment for L&D Family Farms LLC and appointments to city commissions.

• Adoption of an updated community plan for the City of Canal Winchester
• Contract amendments with V3 Companies, Ltd and EMH&T, Inc. for engineering services (2024-2026)
• New contract with Resource International, Inc. for construction materials testing and inspection (2024-2026)
• Proposed rezoning of three parcels owned by L&D Family Farms LLC from Exceptional Use to Limited Manufacturing
• Proposed community reinvestment area agreements with Northpoint Development, L.L.C.

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session on December 4, 2023, will discuss several items, including a tabled ordinance to amend the transient occupancy tax allocation, resolutions to approve appointments to the Landmarks and Planning and Zoning Commissions, an amendment to a lease agreement, and ordinances related to a TIF area expansion and a Community Reinvestment Area agreement. Most items are requests to move to full Council for action.

• ORD-23-038: Amend Section 185.02 to allocate transient occupancy tax, requiring Destination: Canal Winchester to provide a Council seat and semi-annual financial updates (tabled)
• RES-23-042: Approve Roger White to Landmarks Commission (term expiring Dec 31, 2023)
• RES-23-043/044/045: Approve Eileen Goodin, Steve Palsgrove, Brad Richey to Planning and Zoning Commission (terms expiring Dec 31, 2027 or 2023)
• RES-23-046: Authorize lease amendment with Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corp for 20 South High Street (emergency)
• ORD-23-043: Add parcels to TIF area from Ordinance 20-058; ORD-23-044: Authorize CRA agreements with Northpoint Development, L.L.C. (emergency)

Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation

The Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation is meeting to approve a sublease for a retail ice cream parlor. The board will also discuss contracting options for necessary improvements to the property to begin the lease.

• Resolution 23-07: Sublease of 20 S. High Street to Johnson’s Real Ice Cream, LLC
• Proposed 10-year lease with base rent of $32,340.00 per year
• Tenant Improvement Allowance of up to $115,500.00 for the tenant
• Discussion of contracting options for improvements at 20 S. High Street

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will consider four Certificate of Appropriateness applications for exterior changes to properties in the Old Town district, including new screen doors and a metal roof, vinyl siding, front façade details, and decorative columns. The meeting will also include approval of the October 23, 2023 minutes and other routine business.

• CA-23-046: New screen doors and metal roof at 121 E Waterloo Street
• CA-23-047: New vinyl siding at 50 Water Street
• CA-23-048: Front façade details at 8 South High Street
• CA-23-049: New decorative columns at 44 South High Street

City Council

City Council will discuss and vote on several professional engineering service contracts and a construction project for pickleball courts. The body is also reviewing a rezoning request for L&D Family Farms LLC and an updated community plan.

• Contract with Strawser Paving Company for McGill Park Phase 2A pickleball project for $722,651.38
• Rezoning of three parcels owned by L&D Family Farms LLC from Exceptional Use to Limited Manufacturing
• Engineering service contracts for V3 Companies, Ltd, EMH&T, Inc., and Resource International, Inc. (2024-2026)
• Resolution to amend the Violet Township — City of Canal Winchester Joint Economic Development District
• Adoption of an updated community plan for the City of Canal Winchester

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will consider several items, including a resolution to expand the Violet Township-Canal Winchester Joint Economic Development District (JEDD) to include a parcel owned by Turf & Tractor Land Holdings LLC, a resolution authorizing a contract with Franklin County Public Health, an ordinance to rezone three parcels owned by L&D Family Farms LLC from EU-Exceptional Use to LM-Limited Manufacturing, and two tabled ordinances regarding the 2024 appropriations and transient occupancy tax allocation. The council will also receive public comments and may move items to full council.

• Resolution RES-23-040: Approve JEDD amendment to add parcel 0370211700 (Turf & Tractor Land Holdings LLC) to the Violet Township-Canal Winchester JEDD
• Resolution RES-23-041: Authorize mayor to contract with Franklin County Public Health for 2024, declared an emergency
• Ordinance ORD-23-042: Rezone three parcels owned by L&D Family Farms LLC from EU-Exceptional Use to LM-Limited Manufacturing
• Ordinance ORD-23-041 (tabled): Make appropriations for 2024 fiscal year and authorize interfund transfers
• Ordinance ORD-23-038 (tabled): Amend Section 185.02 on transient occupancy tax allocation and board representation

Council Public Hearing

City Council is holding a public hearing and considering Resolution 23-040 to amend the Violet Township–City of Canal Winchester Joint Economic Development District (JEDD) contract to include an additional property owned by Turf & Tractor Land Holdings LLC and operated by CEC Turf and Tractor LLC. The amendment would add the parcel to the JEDD, subjecting it to the district's 2.0% income tax. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Resolution 23-040 approving JEDD amendment to add parcel 0370211700
• Property owned by Turf & Tractor Land Holdings LLC, business CEC Turf and Tractor LLC
• JEDD imposes 2.0% tax on income and business profits within district
• Public hearing with three-minute comment limit per person
• Amendment effective only if no electors reside on the additional property

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several variance requests for window signage at Canal Winchester Local Schools and a building height variance for an Ohio Health facility. The agenda also includes a site development plan for a new 40,000 sq. ft. medical office and emergency department, as well as a rezoning request for 48.66 acres.

• Site Development Plan for a new 40,000 sq. ft. Ohio Health Medical Office Building and Emergency Department at 625 West Waterloo Street
• Rezoning of 48.6/acres at Hill Road and Basil Western Road from Exceptional Use to Limited Manufacturing
• Five variance requests for window signage size and quantity at Canal Winchester Local Schools locations
• Conditional use request for mini-warehouses at 304 Bowen Road
• Appeal regarding sign permit materials for 54 West Waterloo Street

City Council

City Council will review several construction contracts and professional service amendments. The body is also considering the adoption of an updated community plan and the creation of a city visitors' bureau and associated fund.

• Contract with Strawser Paving Company for McGill Park Ph.2A-Pickleball project
• Contract with Revere Roofing Company for covered bridge roof replacement
• Ordinance to create the Canal Winchester Visitors’ Bureau and Bureau Fund
• Adoption of an updated community plan for the city
• Intergovernmental agreement for regional infrastructure at Basil-Western Road

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will review several items before moving them to full Council, including an intergovernmental agreement for the Basil-Western Road realignment project design, multiple construction and engineering contracts, and ordinances related to the transient occupancy tax and a new Visitors' Bureau. The Council will also consider an updated Community Plan and a rezoning request for three parcels owned by L&D Family Farms LLC. One ordinance, the 2024 appropriations, is requested to be tabled.

• Resolution 23-039: Authorizes mayor to execute intergovernmental agreement for Basil-Western Road design (no city funds required)
• Ordinance 23-032: Contract with Strawser Paving Company for McGill Park Phase 2A pickleball project (emergency)
• Ordinances 23-033, 23-034, 23-035: Contract amendments with V3 Companies, EMH&T, and Resource International for engineering and testing services (2024-2026)
• Ordinance 23-036: Waives competitive bidding for Covered Bridge roof replacement with Revere Roofing (emergency)
• Ordinances 23-037, 23-038, 23-039: Amend transient occupancy tax allocation and create Canal Winchester Visitors' Bureau

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the city's Comprehensive Plan and code enforcement. The agenda includes public comments regarding land use, annexation, and floodplains.

• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of Code Enforcement

City Council

The City Council will consider an agreement with Canal Winchester Human Services and a first reading of an appropriation ordinance amendment. The meeting also includes a review of Madison Township police statistics and a discussion regarding a property appeal for 43 East Columbus Street.

• ORD-23-030: Agreement with Canal Winchester Human Services (Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2026)
• ORD-23-031: Amendment to 2023 Appropriation Ordinance #22-041
• ORD-23-029: Dedication of real property from D Donley Investments, LLC for public right-of-way
• Appeal hearing regarding front porch modifications at 43 East Columbus Street

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a work session to discuss the Community Plan. The meeting includes time for public comment and discussion regarding the plan.

• Community Plan discussion

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests at 1037 Groveport Road. The requests involve permitting a new residential dwelling to be located behind existing accessory buildings and allowing the building to exceed maximum height limits.

• Variance VA-23-011: Permit a new single-family dwelling behind existing accessory buildings at 103 and 7 Groveport Road
• Variance VA-23-012: Permit a new residential dwelling to exceed the maximum building height at 1037 Groveport Road

City Council Appeal Hearing

City Council holds an appeal hearing on a Landmarks Commission decision regarding front porch modifications at 43 East Columbus Street. The owners, Brian and Ashley Vance, were issued a Notice of Violation for changes made to an approved porch design, including omitting a gable and corbels. The hearing follows the standard appeal process with presentations, testimony, and a council vote.

• Appeal of Landmarks Commission decision on Certificate of Appropriateness #CA-23-019
• Property at 43 East Columbus Street, zoned OT-SF (Old Town Single Family)
• Notice of Violation issued April 13, 2023 for porch changes: omitted gable, corbels, changed skirt, removed shutters
• Owners propose keeping current construction with new post trim details
• Home on National Register since 1988, built circa 1828

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council is holding a work session to discuss and potentially advance a resolution supporting Stormwater Awareness Week (October 1-7, 2023). The agenda also includes updates from city staff on capital improvement projects, including road reconstruction, a shelter, waterline replacement, and pickleball court re-bidding. No other major decisions are listed.

• Resolution RES-23-038 in support of Stormwater Awareness Week
• 2023 Street Program: road reconstruction on Woodsview Dr. by Decker Construction
• 3 Season Shelter: foundation work to begin October 2nd by Ferguson Construction
• WSLRA Waterline Replacement Project: pipe installation at North Gender Water Tower and under river on Lithopolis-Winchester Rd.
• McGill 2A Pickleball: re-bid October 9th, award legislation expected in November

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will consider seven pending applications for Certificates of Appropriateness, including new windows, signs, a selective demolition, a fence, and modifications to a prior approval. The meeting also includes approval of the August 28, 2023 minutes and old business regarding a previously approved metal roof.

• CA-23-035: New vinyl windows and glass block basement windows at 66 N Trine Street
• CA-23-036: New freestanding sign at 30 West Oak Street
• CA-23-037: New sign at 29 W Waterloo Street
• CA-23-038: Selective demolition at 8 South High Street
• CA-23-039: New freestanding sign at 44 South High Street

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will consider four items for advancement to full Council: accepting a sanitary sewer easement from DDONLEY Investments for property at 10229 Busey Road, amending Council rules (including new quasi-judicial hearing procedures), accepting a dedication of real property for public right-of-way, and authorizing a three-year agreement with Canal Winchester Human Services. The Council will also discuss a draft ordinance on bed tax allocation.

• Resolution 23-036: Accept 0.449-acre sanitary sewer easement from DDONLEY Investments at 10229 Busey Road
• Resolution 23-037: Amend Council rules, including new quasi-judicial hearing procedures for appeals
• Ordinance 23-029: Accept dedication of real property from D Donley Investments for public right-of-way
• Ordinance 23-030: Authorize agreement with Canal Winchester Human Services for 2024-2026
• Discussion of bed tax allocation draft ordinance (OTH-23-016)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council will vote on rezoning 16.36 acres at the southeast corner of Diley and Busey roads from Planned Commercial District to Planned Unit District. The council will also consider resolutions on extending the outdoor refreshment area (DORA) days and hours, accepting a sanitary sewer easement, and amending council rules. Several ordinances are scheduled for first reading, including one to authorize an agreement with Canal Winchester Human Services for 2024-2026.

• Rezoning 16.36 acres at Diley and Busey roads from PCD to PUD (ORD-23-028)
• Resolution to extend DORA days and hours (RES-23-034, tabled)
• Resolution to accept sanitary sewer easement from DDONLEY Investments, LLC (RES-23-036)
• Ordinance to authorize agreement with Canal Winchester Human Services for 2024-2026 (ORD-23-030)
• Ordinance to accept dedication of real property from D Donley Investments, LLC for public right-of-way (ORD-23-029)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The September 7, 2023, meeting of the Canal Winchester Planning and Zoning Commission has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2023.

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will consider three resolutions: accepting the county budget commission's tax rates and levying them for 2023 (collection year 2024), extending the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) to operate daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and commending police officers for their response to an incident at a high school football game. The council will also discuss renewing the CW Human Services contract and pickleball court construction.

• RES-23-033: Accepting tax levy amounts and rates as determined by the Budget Commission, certifying to county auditor
• RES-23-034: Extending DORA hours to Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. (currently Thursday-Sunday, 12 p.m.-11 p.m.)
• RES-23-035: Commending Madison Township Police and Fairfield County Sheriff's Office officers for apprehending four individuals and confiscating three modified firearms at an Aug. 18 football game
• OTH-23-012: CW Human Services Contract Renewal
• OTH-23-013: Pickleball Court Construction

Council voted to move three resolutions to the full Council for final action, including a tax levy certification and a proposal to expand DORA hours. The body also heard a request from Canal Winchester Human Services for a contract increase to support senior transportation.

• Moved RES-23-033 (tax levy certification) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved RES-23-034 (extending DORA days and hours) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved RES-23-035 (police commendations) to full Council (7-0)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council is meeting to adopt resolutions on tax levies, extended outdoor refreshment area (DORA) hours, and commendations, and to consider ordinances including a zoning change for 16.36 acres at Diley and Busey roads. The agenda also includes public comments, reports from officials, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• RES-23-033: Adopt tax levies and certify to county auditor
• RES-23-034: Extend DORA days and hours of operation
• ORD-23-028: Rezone 16.36 acres at Diley and Busey roads from PCD to PUD
• ORD-23-027: Accept and execute plat of Canal Pointe
• ORD-23-025: Amend 2023 appropriation ordinance #22-041, amendment #5

City Council adopted a resolution thanking the Madison Township Police Department and Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office for their response to an incident on August 18, 2023. Officers apprehended four individuals and confiscated three modified automatic firearms at a high school football game. The council also approved minutes from two August 21 meetings.

• Approved August 21, 2023 Work Session Minutes (6-1)
• Approved August 21, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (6-1)
• Adopted RES-23-035 commending Madison Township Police and Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office (7-0)

Rules Committee

The Canal Winchester Rules Committee will meet to discuss two items: a council member's request for signaling software and the council process for planning, zoning, and landmarks appeals. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a previous meeting. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed live.

• Discussion of Council Member Request to Speak Signaling Software (OTH-23-014)
• Discussion of Council Process for Planning and Zoning and Landmarks Appeals (OTH-23-015)
• Approval of August 1, 2022 Rules Committee Minutes (MIN-22-031)

The committee reviewed four options for speaker signaling software, including a homegrown solution estimated under $500 and commercial options up to $14,000. No decision was made on purchasing software, and members discussed adhering to or modifying Rule 22 regarding debate limitations.

• Approved August 1, 2022 Rules Committee Minutes (3-0)

Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation

The Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation will meet to consider the minutes of the May 31, 2023 meeting, review a financial report showing an ending cash balance of $40,983.70 as of August 21, 2023, and receive an economic development update. The board will also discuss improvement plans and a leasing strategy for the property at 20 S. High Street, which is currently generating $2,300 per month in rental income.

• Discussion of improvement plans and leasing strategy for 20 S. High Street
• Financial report: $40,983.70 ending cash balance as of August 21, 2023
• Update on economic development activity, including new businesses and construction projects
• Consideration of minutes from May 31, 2023 meeting
• Reports from trustees and officers

The corporation approved the May 31, 2023 meeting minutes. Members received updates on several industrial and commercial construction projects and discussed potential remodeling and leasing strategies for 20 S. High Street.

• Approved May 31st, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will review five pending applications for property modifications in the historic district, including a front porch modification, a new garage, two fences, and an exterior paint job. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 24th meeting and address any old or new business.

• CA-23-019: Front porch modifications at 43 East Columbus Street
• CA-23-031: New 24'x30' 3-car garage at 36 W Mound Street
• CA-23-032: New privacy fence at 72 Park Street
• CA-23-033: New fence at 116 E Columbus Street
• CA-23-034: Exterior painting at 35 W Mound Street

The Landmarks Commission approved five applications for property modifications, including a new garage, fences, exterior painting, and porch and shutter restorations. One request for window replacement was deferred pending a full application.

• Approved new 24’x30’ 3-car garage at 36 W Mound Street with conditions for door approval (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved new privacy fence at 72 Park Street (6-0)
• Approved new shadowbox fence at 116 E Columbus Street with condition to keep existing picket fence (6-0)
• Approved painting home and shed 'Elemental Gray' and roof/shed roof 'charcoal gray' at 35 W Mound Street (6-0)
• Approved porch modifications and 'like for like' shutter replacement at 43 East Columbus Street (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Deferred window replacement request for 66 N. Trine Street pending application and specifications

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will consider several resolutions and one ordinance, including a rezoning of approximately 16.36 acres at the southeast corner of Diley Road and Busey Road from Planned Commercial District to Planned Unit District. The council will also review resolutions authorizing the Labor Day Festival, accepting sewer and waterline easements from the school district, adopting the five-year capital improvements plan, and approving vehicle trade-ins.

• Rezoning 16.36 acres at Diley Road and Busey Road from PCD to PUD (ORD-23-028)
• Resolution authorizing Labor Day Festival on streets and sidewalks, Sept. 2-4, 2023 (RES-23-028)
• Resolution to accept 0.669-acre sanitary sewer easement at 6767 Gender Road (RES-23-029)
• Resolution to accept 0.45-acre waterline easement at 6767 Gender Road (RES-23-030)
• Resolution to adopt five-year Capital Improvements Plan for 2024-2028 (RES-23-031)

Council voted to move four resolutions to full Council, including authorization for the annual Labor Day Festival and a five-year capital improvements plan. Staff provided updates on street paving, water line replacements, and the progress of the elementary school expansion.

• Moved resolution to authorize Labor Day Festival operation to full Council (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Moved resolution to accept sanitary sewer easement from Board of Education to full Council (6-0)
• Moved resolution to accept water line easement from Board of Education to full Council (6-0)
• Moved resolution to adopt 2024-2028 Five-Year Capital Improvements Plan to full Council (6-0)
• Excused Mr. Clark from the Work Session meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a rezoning that would allow up to 244 multi-family apartment units and commercial development at the southeast corner of Diley and Busey roads. The council will also consider adopting the five-year capital improvements plan, accepting easements from the school board, and approving truck trade-ins. Public comments are accepted.

• Rezoning 16.36 acres at Diley and Busey roads from PCD to PUD for 244 apartments and commercial outparcels (ORD-23-028, public hearing held Aug. 7)
• Resolution to adopt the 2024-2028 Five-Year Capital Improvements Plan (RES-23-031)
• Resolution to approve trade-ins of a 2008 Chevrolet 4500 stake body truck and a 2011 Ford F-150 pickup (RES-23-032)
• Ordinance to seek Ohio Public Works Commission funding for Winchester Boulevard reconstruction (ORD-23-026)
• Ordinance to accept dedication of real property from BD33 Partners, LLC for public right-of-way (ORD-23-024)

City Council approved the city's five-year capital improvements plan and authorized the annual Labor Day Festival. The council also accepted sewer and waterline easements from the local school district.

• Adopted five-year capital improvements plan/maintenance of effort 2024-2028 (6-0)
• Authorized Labor Day Festival Committee to operate annual festival (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Authorized Mayor to accept sanitary sewer easement from Board of Education (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to accept waterline easement from Board of Education (6-0)
• Approved July 2023 Mayor's Court Report (6-0)
• Approved August 7 Public Hearing Minutes MIN-23-032 (6-0)
• Approved August 7 Work Session Minutes MIN-23-033 (6-0)
• Approved August 7 City Council Meeting Minutes MIN-23-034 (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing a site development plan for a new Del Taco restaurant at 5850 Gender Road. The agenda also includes a request for a second accessory structure at 116 East Columbus Street.

• Site Development Plan (SDP-23-005) for a 2,048 sq. ft. Del Taco Quick Service Restaurant with a drive-thru at 5850 Gender Road
• Variance request (VA-23-010) to permit a second accessory structure at 116 East Columbus Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site development plan for a new Del Taco restaurant and granted a variance for a second accessory structure at a residential property. The commission also received an update on the Comprehensive Plan draft.

• Approved Site Development Plan #SDP-23-005 for a 2,048 sq. ft. Del Taco with drive-thru at 5850 Gender Road (6-0)
• Approved Variance Application #VA-23-010 for a second accessory structure at 116 East Columbus Street (6-0)
• Approved July 26th, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Council Public Hearing

The Canal Winchester City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Ordinance 23-028, which would rezone approximately 16.36 acres at the southeast corner of Diley Road and Busey Road from Planned Commercial District (PCD) to Planned Unit District (PUD). The property, owned by Shrimangeshi, LLC, is proposed for a mix of commercial and multi-family residential uses, including an apartment complex and commercial outlots. The council will hear staff reports and public comments before making a recommendation.

• Rezoning of 16.36 acres at Diley and Busey Roads from PCD to PUD
• Property owned by Shrimangeshi, LLC (Fairfield County parcel 042-0388810)
• Proposed development includes 5.47-acre commercial sub-area and 10.89-acre apartment sub-area
• Development standards include building height limits (28-40 feet, up to 60 for hotels), 80% brick exterior, and specific setback requirements
• Public comments limited to five minutes per person

City Council held a public hearing regarding a proposal to rezone 16.36 acres from Planned Commercial District (PCD) to Planned Unit District (PUD). The proposal includes the development of 244 multi-family apartment units and 5.41 acres of commercial outparcel development. No final decision was recorded in the provided text.

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will consider several items, including a resolution approving a memorandum of understanding for regional infrastructure at Basil-Western Road, an ordinance to amend the 2023 appropriations, an ordinance to seek state funding for the Winchester Boulevard reconstruction, an ordinance to accept the Canal Pointe plat, and a rezoning request. The council will also discuss a downtown speaker system, a Hometown Hero Banner Program, and the 2023 Five Year Capital Improvements Plan.

• Resolution 23-027: Approves MOU for Basil-Western Road infrastructure, estimated at $10 million, with contributions from development via tax incentives
• Ordinance 23-025: Appropriates $745,000 from General Fund, including $720,000 for 5 pickleball courts at McGill Park
• Ordinance 23-026: Authorizes application to Ohio Public Works Commission for Winchester Boulevard Reconstruction funding
• Ordinance 23-027: Accepts and executes the plat of Canal Pointe
• Ordinance 23-028: Rezones 16.36 acres at southeast corner of Diley and Busey Roads from PCD to PUD

Council voted to move four items to full Council, including a non-binding memorandum for regional infrastructure at Basil-Western Road and a $745,000 appropriation amendment. Other items moved forward include a funding application for Winchester Boulevard reconstruction and the acceptance of the Canal Pointe plat.

• Moved RES-23-027 (MOU for Basil-Western Road regional infrastructure) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved ORD-23-025 ($745,000 appropriation amendment for building expenses and pickleball courts) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved ORD-23-026 (OPWC funding application for Winchester Boulevard reconstruction) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved ORD-23-027 (Acceptance of Canal Pointe plat) to full Council (6-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a rezoning request, a regional infrastructure agreement, and multiple funding and development items. The agenda includes first and second readings of ordinances, with no third readings or tabled items listed.

• Rezoning 16.36 acres at southeast corner of Diley and Busey roads from PCD to PUD (ORD-23-028)
• Accepting .071 acre of real property from BD33 Partners, LLC for public right-of-way (ORD-23-024)
• Authorizing application for Ohio Public Works Commission funding for Winchester Boulevard reconstruction (ORD-23-026)
• Approving memorandum of understanding for regional infrastructure at Basil-Western Road (RES-23-027)
• Amending 2023 appropriations, Amendment #5 (ORD-23-025)

City Council adopted a memorandum of understanding for regional infrastructure cooperation. The meeting also included the introduction of Matt Peoples as the city's first City Administrator.

• Adopted RES-23-027: Memorandum of understanding for regional infrastructure at Basil-Western Road (7-0)
• Approved July 17, 2023 Work Session Minutes MIN-23-030 (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved July 17, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes MIN-23-031 (6-0, 1 abstain)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing several requests including property variances and a site development plan for a 12,000 sq. ft. accessory building. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a second accessory structure and school additions.

• Variance request for 21 E Fairfield St to reduce rear yard setback for an accessory building
• Variance request for 116 East Columbus Street to permit a second accessory structure
• Site Development Plan for 10229 Busey Road to approve a 12,000 sq. ft. accessory building

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rear yard setback variance for a residential accessory building and a site development plan for a commercial storage building. One variance application was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved Variance VA-23-007 to reduce rear yard setback for accessory building at 21 E Fairfield St (5-0)
• Approved Site Development Plan SDP-23-006 for 12,000 sq. ft. accessory building at 10229 Busey Road, conditioned on construction of an 8-foot asphalt multi-use path (5-0)
• Tabled Variance VA-23-010 for a second accessory structure at 116 East Columbus Street (5-0)
• Approved June 12th, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will hold a public meeting on July 24, 2023, to review six pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications for exterior modifications to homes in the historic district. These include front porch modifications, new roofs, windows, a porch addition, a fence, and exterior doors. The commission will also approve the minutes from the June 26, 2023 meeting.

• CA-23-019: Front porch modifications at 43 East Columbus Street (tabled from June meeting)
• CA-23-026: New roof at 77 West Columbus Street
• CA-23-027: New windows and porch addition at 132 West Columbus Street
• CA-23-028: New fence at 33 West Columbus Street
• CA-23-029: New roof and exterior doors at 23 West Oak Street

The Landmarks Commission approved four Certificates of Appropriateness for residential exterior work. One approval for a metal roof was conditional upon the owner replacing the current M-Panel system with a standing seam roof.

• Approved new charcoal black asphalt shingle roof at 77 West Columbus Street (5-0)
• Approved window alterations and porch expansion at 132 West Columbus Street with five conditions (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved new fence at 33 West Columbus Street with four conditions (5-0)
• Approved CA-23-029 for 23 West Oak Street on condition that the M-Panel metal roof be replaced with a black standing seam metal roof (5-0)

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will consider four resolutions: approving Tax Incentive Review Council recommendations for Franklin and Fairfield county tax abatement areas, authorizing Destination: Canal Winchester to operate the Blues and Ribfest, and accepting a real property dedication from BD33 Partners, LLC for public right-of-way. The council will also discuss a downtown speaker system and the Hometown Hero Banner Program. All items are requests to move to full council.

• RES-23-024: Approve Franklin County TIRC recommendations, continuing tax abatements for 20 CRA #1 properties, Route 33 CRA, Route 33 North CRA, Gender Road TIF, and Bixby Road TIF
• RES-23-025: Approve Fairfield County TIRC recommendations, continuing abatements for 16 CRA #2 properties, Diley Road TIF, and Greengate TIF
• RES-23-026: Authorize Destination: Canal Winchester to operate the Canal Winchester Blues and Ribfest on city streets and sidewalks
• ORD-23-024: Accept dedication of real property from BD33 Partners, LLC for public right-of-way
• Discussion items: Downtown Speaker System (OTH-23-009) and Hometown Hero Banner Program (OTH-23-010)

Council voted to move three resolutions to full Council regarding annual tax abatement recommendations for Franklin and Fairfield Counties and the operation of the Canal Winchester Blues and Ribfest. The session also included a construction update on street programs, waterlines, and park improvements.

• Moved RES-23-024 (Franklin County tax abatement recommendations) to full Council (6-0)
• Moved RES-23-025 (Fairfield County tax abatement recommendations) to full Council (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Moved RES-23-026 (Canal Winchester Blues and Ribfest operation) to full Council (5-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council will vote on resolutions approving tax incentive review council recommendations for Franklin and Fairfield County tax abatement areas, authorize the Blues and Ribfest event, and adopt the 2024 tax budget. They will also consider an ordinance to amend the 2023 appropriations and accept a property dedication for public right-of-way. The meeting includes public comments and reports from city officials.

• RES-23-024 and RES-23-025: Approve tax abatement recommendations for Franklin and Fairfield County areas
• RES-23-026: Authorize Destination: Canal Winchester to operate the Blues and Ribfest on city streets
• ORD-23-021: Adopt the 2024 tax budget
• ORD-23-022: Amend 2023 appropriations (Amendment #4)
• ORD-23-024: Accept real property dedication from BD33 Partners, LLC for public right-of-way

City Council adopted resolutions approving tax abatement recommendations for Franklin and Fairfield counties. The council also authorized the Canal Winchester Blues and Ribfest to operate on city streets and sidewalks.

• Approved Franklin County tax abatement recommendations (RES-23-024) (6-0)
• Approved Fairfield County tax abatement recommendations (RES-23-025) (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Authorized 'Canal Winchester Blues and Ribfest' to operate on city streets and sidewalks (RES-23-026) (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved June 2023 Mayor’s Court Report (6-0)
• Approved June 19, 2023 Public Hearing Minutes (MIN-23-027) (6-0)
• Approved June 19, 2023 Work Session Minutes (MIN-23-028) (6-0)
• Approved June 19, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (MIN-23-029) (6-0)

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will review four pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications for exterior changes to homes in the Old Town district. These include a front porch modification at 43 East Columbus Street, a new privacy fence at 106 E Waterloo Street, new asphalt shingles at 119 Park Street, and a new sliding glass door at 153 Washington Street. The commission will also approve the minutes from the May 22 meeting and address old and new business.

• CA-23-019: Front porch modifications at 43 East Columbus Street (Brian & Ashley Vance)
• CA-23-022: New privacy fence at 106 E Waterloo Street (Jim Vansickle, applicant Mae Fence)
• CA-23-023: New asphalt shingles at 119 Park Street (Cindy Kerr, applicant Newman Roofing LLC)
• CA-23-025: New sliding glass door at 153 Washington Street (Steve & Scindra Kolecki)

The commission approved a new pressure-treated privacy fence for 106 E Waterloo Street with specific design conditions. An application for porch modifications at 43 East Columbus Street was tabled until July at the applicant's request.

• Approved new privacy fence at 106 E Waterloo Street with conditions that the finished side faces outward and matches style C35 (6-0)
• Tabled Certificate of Appropriateness #CA-23-019 for porch modifications at 43 East Columbus Street to the July agenda (6-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Council Public Hearing

The Canal Winchester City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Resolution RES-23-023, which would approve a contract with Violet Township to create a Joint Economic Development District (JEDD). The JEDD would allow the two jurisdictions to jointly promote economic development and levy an income tax on businesses and workers within the district. The council will hear public comments and staff reports before making a recommendation.

• Resolution RES-23-023 approving the JEDD contract with Violet Township
• Creation of a 50-year JEDD with automatic 25-year renewals
• JEDD income tax on commercial/industrial property income and business net profits
• No electors reside in the JEDD territory, allowing formation without an election
• Majority of property owners have consented via petition

Council held a statutory public hearing to discuss RES-23-023, a resolution to create a Joint Economic Development District (JEDD) with Violet Township. The proposed JEDD would levy a 2% income tax on businesses and employees within the district to fund economic development. No substantive vote on the resolution was recorded during this public hearing session.

• Held public hearing for RES-23-023 regarding JEDD with Violet Township
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council is holding a work session to discuss two items: a resolution to approve a contract creating a Joint Economic Development District (JEDD) with Violet Township, and an ordinance to seek federal grant funding for the Gender Road Improvements Phase VI project. Both items are requests to move to full Council for action. The JEDD contract would establish a district for economic development, funded by an income tax on businesses and workers in the area, with a 50-year initial term.

• Resolution RES-23-023: Approving contract for creation of a Joint Economic Development District with Violet Township
• Ordinance ORD-23-023: Authorizing application for Safe Streets for All grant for Gender Road Improvements Phase VI
• JEDD contract includes a 50-year initial term with automatic 25-year renewals
• JEDD territory is located entirely within Violet Township, with no electors residing there
• Public hearing on the JEDD contract was held on June 19, 2023

The Council Work Session consisted of staff reports regarding ongoing road and water projects and a recreation update. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded during this session.

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council will consider a resolution to approve a contract for a joint economic development district with Violet Township, and will hold second readings on the 2024 tax budget and a 2023 appropriation amendment. The council will also consider an emergency ordinance to seek federal grant funding for the Gender Road Improvements Phase VI project. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval, public comments, and reports from city officials.

• Resolution approving contract for joint economic development district with Violet Township
• Ordinance adopting 2024 tax budget (second reading)
• Ordinance amending 2023 appropriations, amendment #4 (second reading)
• Ordinance authorizing application for Safe Streets for All grant for Gender Road Improvements Phase VI (emergency)
• Public hearing on zoning case ZM-22-001 recommendation

City Council adopted a resolution to create a Joint Economic Development District with Violet Township. Council also authorized the city to seek a Safe Streets for All grant for the Gender Road Improvements Phase VI project. A public hearing for a rezoning application was scheduled for August 7.

• Adopted RES-23-023 to create and operate a Joint Economic Development District with Violet Township (6-1 abstain)
• Adopted ORD-23-023 to seek Safe Streets for All grant funding for Gender Road Improvements, Phase VI (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for rezoning application ZM-22-001 for August 7 at 5:30 p.m.
• Approved May 30, 2023 Committee of the Whole Minutes (7-0)
• Approved June 5, 2023 Public Hearing Minutes (6-1 abstain)
• Approved June 5, 2023 Work Session Minutes (6-1 abstain)
• Approved June 5, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (6-1 abstain)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several development requests, including a 14,014 sq. ft. addition to Indian Trail Elementary School. The agenda also includes a rezoning and development plan for 244 apartment units at Diley and Busey Roads.

• Site Development Plan for a 14,014 sq. ft. addition to Indian Trail Elementary School
• Rezoning of 16.36 acres at Diley Road and Busey Road from PCD to PUD
• Preliminary Development Plan for 244 apartment units and 5.41 acres of commercial space
• Conditional Use request for a quick-serve restaurant with a drive-thru at PID 184-003362
• Variance for an accessory building setback at 21 E Fairfield St

The Commission approved the May 8, 2023 meeting minutes. A variance request for a rear yard setback for an accessory building at 21 E Fairfield St was tabled to allow for plan revisions. The meeting also included a presentation for a proposed addition to Indian Trail Elementary School.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Tabled variance request VA-23-007 for accessory building at 21 E Fairfield St (7-0)

Council Public Hearing

The Canal Winchester City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Ordinance 23-021, which would approve and adopt the 2024 tax budget. The budget outlines estimated revenues and expenditures for the General Fund and other funds, including capital improvements. Public comments are limited to five minutes per person.

• Ordinance 23-021: 2024 tax budget adoption
• General Fund 2024 estimated revenue: $13,607,050
• General Fund 2024 estimated expenditures: $13,607,050
• Permanent improvements totaling $3,245,000, including $1,650,000 for street capital projects and $950,000 for McGill Park improvements
• Public hearing with five-minute comment limit per person

Council conducted a public hearing to discuss the 2024 tax budget, focusing on general fund revenues and appropriations. The session served as a required exercise for the county commissioners to set millage, though the city has no voted debt.

• Excused Mrs. Amos from the meeting (6-0)

Council Work Session

Council voted to move three resolutions to the full Council for final consideration, including a measure to establish member compensation for 2024-2025. The session included discussions on Ohio Ethics Commission guidance regarding pay increases and roadway maintenance for Diley Ridge Medical Center.

• Moved RES-23-015 (Council compensation 2024-2025) to Full Council (4-2)
• Moved RES-23-021 (Diley Ridge Medical Center road maintenance agreement) to full Council (6-0)
• Moved RES-23-022 (MOU for real property acquisition/disposition) to full Council (5-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

City Council approved a road maintenance agreement with Diley Ridge Medical Center and a memorandum of understanding for real property acquisition. A resolution to establish council member compensation for 2024-2025 was defeated. The 2024 tax budget received its first reading.

• Approved road maintenance agreement with Diley Ridge Medical Center, LLC (6-0)
• Approved memorandum of understanding for real property acquisition and disposition (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Denied resolution establishing council member compensation for 2024-2025 (2-4)
• Approved May 2023 Mayor’s Court Report (6-0)
• Approved May 15, 2023 Work Session Minutes (6-0)
• Approved May 15, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Waived rules to place 2024 tax budget ordinance on first reading (6-0)

Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation

The corporation elected its President, Vice President, and Secretary. The board approved two resolutions regarding property at 20 S. High Street and West Waterloo Street. Members also reviewed economic development updates and facade concepts for 20 S. High Street.

• Approved March 29, 2023 minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Elected Mr. Abbott as President, Mr. Peoples as Vice President, and Mr. Clark as Secretary (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05 for Vapor Intrusion Mitigation System at 20 S. High Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06 for right-of-way acquisition adjacent to 626 West Waterloo Street (Unanimous)
• Agreed to remove the front stairwell at 20 S. High Street

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the history and current standards of the Old Town District and preservation area. No decisions were made, as members discussed waiting for the upcoming comprehensive community plan recommendations before considering boundary expansions or guideline changes.

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will consider four Certificate of Appropriateness applications for exterior changes to homes in the historic district: a new fence at 42 West Columbus Street, a metal roof and gutters at 185 Washington Street, front porch modifications at 43 East Columbus Street, and a new deck at 153 Washington Street. The commission will also approve the minutes from the April 24, 2023 meeting.

• CA-23-017: New fence design at 42 West Columbus Street (owner John & Janic Kantner, applicant Travis Ketron)
• CA-23-018: New metal roof and gutters at 185 Washington Street (owner/applicant Don Miller)
• CA-23-019: Front porch modifications at 43 East Columbus Street (owners Brian & Ashley Vance)
• CA-23-020: New deck at 153 Washington Street (owner Cindy Kolecki, applicant Chuck O'Niel, Nature View Exteriors)

The Commission approved a new deck at 153 Washington Street and a metal roof at 185 Washington Street with specific gutter requirements. A fence design at 42 West Columbus Street was approved on the condition that it be modified to match the existing alley fence. One application for front porch modifications was tabled.

• Approved new fence design at 42 West Columbus Street with condition to match the alley fence design (7-0)
• Approved new metal roof and gutters at 185 Washington Street with condition that any replacement gutters be 6” half-round in Jefferson Tan (7-0)
• Approved 10x12 oval Trex composite deck at 153 Washington Street (7-0)
• Tabled front porch modifications at 43 East Columbus Street to June agenda

Council Work Session

Council untabled a resolution regarding the mayor's compensation for 2024-2025. A motion passed to move the resolution and three proposed salary amendments ($40,000, $30,000, and $20,000) to the full Council for further action.

• Untabled RES-23-016 regarding mayor's compensation (7-0)
• Moved RES-23-016 and salary amendments of $40,000, $30,000, and $20,000 to full Council (5-2)
• Tabled RES-23-015 regarding council member compensation

City Council

City Council will deliberate and vote on an appeal of the Landmarks Commission's denial of a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior remodeling at 109 Park Street. The agenda also includes routine items: approving prior meeting minutes, receiving police statistics and proclamations, and scheduling future meetings.

• Vote on appeal of Landmarks Commission denial of Certificate of Appropriateness CA-23-011 for 109 Park Street
• Approval of minutes from May 1, 2023 public hearing, work session, and council meeting
• Madison Township Police Statistics for April 2023
• National Public Works Week Proclamation
• Public hearing scheduled for June 5, 2023 on 2024 Tax Budget

City Council approved the Mayor's compensation for 2024-2025 and scheduled public hearings for the 2024 tax budget and a JEDD contract. The council also approved the April 2023 Mayor's Court Report and previous meeting minutes.

• Adopted RES-23-016 setting Mayor's salary at $40,000 per year (5-2)
• Amended RES-23-016 to remove eligibility for family insurance coverage (4-3)
• Set Public Hearing for JEDD contract for June 19th at 5:30 p.m. (7-0)
• Set Public Hearing for 2024 Tax Budget for June 5th at 5:30 p.m. (7-0)
• Approved April 2023 Mayor's Court Report (7-0)
• Approved May 1, 2023 Public Hearing Minutes MIN-23-018 (6-0-1)
• Approved May 1, 2023 Work Session Minutes MIN-23-019 (6-0-1)
• Approved May 1, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes MIN-23-020 (6-0-1)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review requests for an event space at 7 South High Street and several development items for a new convenience market at 800 West Waterloo Street. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding building variances and site development plans.

• Conditional Use request for an event space at 7 South High Street
• Variance to allow a non-compliant build-to line for a market at 800 West Waterloo Street
• Variance to permit parking between a building and the public right-of-way at 800 West Waterloo Street
• Site Development Plan for a new 4,530 sq. ft. automobile convenience market at 800 West Waterloo Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use for an event space at 7 South High Street, two variances for a convenience market rebuild at 800 West Waterloo Street, and a site development plan for the same market. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The commission also excused three members and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved Conditional Use CU-23-002 for event space at 7 South High Street (5-0)
• Approved Variance VA-23-005 for build-to line at 800 West Waterloo Street (5-0)
• Approved Variance VA-23-006 for parking location at 800 West Waterloo Street (5-0)
• Approved Site Development Plan SDP-23-003 for new convenience market at 800 West Waterloo Street, with condition to use red brick (5-0)
• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Excused members Wildenthaler, Goodin, and McDonnell from attendance (4-0)

Council Public Hearing

City Council is holding a public hearing to consider an appeal by David and Tammy Elliott of the Landmarks Commission's denial of a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovations at 109 Park Street. The owners seek approval to install vinyl dutch-lap siding, aluminum trim, and new windows, arguing the commission's preferred shake siding is too costly and out of character with the neighborhood. The council will hear staff report, public comments, and discuss a recommendation.

• Appeal of Landmarks Commission denial of Certificate of Appropriateness CA-23-011 for 109 Park Street
• Request to install vinyl dutch-lap siding, aluminum trim, and new windows
• Property owned by TDE Investments, LLC; zoned OT-SF (Old Town Single Family)
• Public comments limited to three minutes per person
• Meeting moved to new City Hall at 45 East Waterloo St.

City Council conducted a public hearing regarding an appeal by TDE Investments, LLC after the Landmarks Commission denied a Certificate of Appropriateness for a home remodel at 109 Park Street. The proposed changes included installing vinyl Dutch lap siding, aluminum coil wrap on trim, and new vinyl windows. The minutes do not record a final decision or vote on the appeal.

• Excused Mr. Clark from the Public Hearing meeting (6-0)

Council Work Session

Council discussed potential changes to the Mayor's salary and benefits for 2024-2025, including health insurance coverage and travel allowances. No final decision was reached on the compensation amount, and the resolution was tabled.

• Excused Mr. Clark from the Work Session (6-0)
• Untabled RES-23-016 regarding Mayor's compensation (6-0)
• Tabled RES-23-016 regarding Mayor's compensation (6-0)
• RES-23-015 regarding Council member compensation remained tabled

City Council

Canal Winchester City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 1, 2023, at the new City Hall (45 East Waterloo St.). The council will vote on ordinances to amend the 2023 budget, update swimming pool daily admission rates, create a seasonal aquatics supervisor position, and authorize a contract with Elite Excavating Company for the 2023 waterline improvements project. They will also consider an ordinance to purchase property for right-of-way. The agenda includes public comments and reports from city officials.

• Contract with Elite Excavating Company for 2023 waterline improvements (ORD-23-019)
• Ordinance to update swimming pool daily admission rates (ORD-23-017)
• Ordinance creating seasonal aquatics supervisor position with pay range (ORD-23-018)
• Ordinance to purchase property for right-of-way (ORD-23-020)
• 2023 appropriation amendment #3 (ORD-23-015)

City Council adopted several ordinances, including contracts for waterline improvements and the purchase of property for right of way. The council also updated swimming pool admission rates and created a seasonal aquatics supervisor position.

• Adopted ORD-23-015 to amend the 2023 Appropriation Ordinance (6-0)
• Adopted ORD-23-017 updating swimming pool daily admission rates (6-0)
• Adopted ORD-23-018 creating a Seasonal Aquatics Supervisor position (6-0)
• Adopted ORD-23-019 authorizing a contract with Elite Excavating Company of Ohio, Inc. for 2023 waterline improvements (6-0)
• Adopted ORD-23-020 authorizing the purchase of property for use as right of way (6-0)
• Approved April 17, 2023 Work Session Minutes MIN-23-016 (6-0)
• Approved April 17, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes MIN-23-017 (6-0)

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will hold a public meeting to review five pending Certificate of Appropriateness applications. These include new decks and a fence on Clinton Street, a retaining wall and window replacement on Trine Street, and a 1,050 sq. ft. addition on West Mound Street. The commission will also approve the minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting.

• CA-23-012: New deck and fence at 44 Clinton Street
• CA-23-013: New deck at 40 Clinton Street
• CA-23-014: New deck at 36 Clinton Street
• CA-23-015: Remove/replace stone retaining wall, new rear windows and sliding door at 59 N Trine Street
• CA-23-016: New 1,050 sq. ft. addition at 44 West Mound Street

The Commission approved four Certificates of Appropriateness for home additions, decks, fencing, and retaining walls. Three properties on Clinton Street were granted approval for new decks and a specific horizontal fence design.

• Approved CA-23-012 for new deck and privacy fence at 44 Clinton Street (5-0)
• Approved CA-23-013 for new deck and permitted fence style from CA-23-012 at 40 Clinton Street (5-0)
• Approved CA-23-014 for new deck and permitted fence style from CA-23-012 at 36 Clinton Street (5-0)
• Approved CA-23-015 for stone retaining wall, windows, and sliding door at 59 N Trine Street, with removal of concrete step cap (5-0)
• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session on April 17, 2023, will discuss several items, including resolutions to set council and mayor compensation for 2024-2025, a resolution to join ODOT's road salt contract, and an ordinance to place charter amendments on the November 2023 ballot. The compensation and charter items are listed as tabled, while the road salt resolution is requested to move to full Council. The meeting also includes reports from city staff and discussion of pedestrian safety and a police study.

• Resolution 23-015: Sets council member pay at $6,790 (2024) and $6,994 (2025); president at $7,469 and $7,693; vice president at $7,129 and $7,343; includes benefits and OPERS pick-up (tabled)
• Resolution 23-016: Sets mayor pay at $50,000 (2024) and $51,500 (2025) if an Administrator position is created; otherwise $103,868 (2024) and $106,984 (2025); includes benefits and $500/month travel allowance (tabled)
• Resolution 23-020: Authorizes participation in ODOT road salt contract for 250 tons of sodium chloride (requested to move to full Council)
• Ordinance 23-016: Submits charter amendment to change from Strong Mayor-Council to Council-City Manager form of government to voters on November 7, 2023 (tabled)
• Old/New Business: Pedestrian Safety (OTH-22-021) and Police Study (OTH-22-022)

Council moved a resolution for ODOT road salt participation to the full Council. Several resolutions regarding official compensation and charter amendments were tabled or withdrawn.

• Moved RES-23-020 (ODOT road salt contract) to full Council (7-0)
• Tabled RES-23-015 (Council member compensation)
• Tabled RES-23-016 (Mayor compensation)
• Withdrew ORD-23-016 (Proposed charter amendments) (7-0)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 17, 2023, at the new City Hall (45 East Waterloo St.). Key actions include adopting a resolution to join ODOT's 2023 road salt contracts, and an ordinance authorizing up to $3.75 million in notes for a new municipal complex and McGill Park Phase I. The council will also consider creating a city administrator position, amending the 2023 budget, updating pool admission rates, and establishing a seasonal aquatics supervisor position. A public hearing is scheduled for an appeal at 109 Park Street.

• RES-23-020: Authorizes mayor to enter ODOT road salt contracts for 2023
• ORD-23-013: Issues up to $3,750,000 in notes for new municipal complex and McGill Park Phase I
• ORD-23-014: Creates the position of City Administrator
• ORD-23-015: Amends 2023 appropriation ordinance (Amendment #3)
• ORD-23-017: Updates swimming pool daily admission rates

City Council approved the minutes from two April 3 meetings and the March 2023 Mayor's Court Report. The council also set a date and time for a public appeal regarding 109 Park Street.

• Approved April 3, 2023 Work Session Minutes (7-0)
• Approved April 3, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)
• Approved March 2023 Mayor's Court Report (7-0)
• Scheduled 109 Park Street public appeal meeting for May 1 at 5:30 p.m.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing a request to rezone 16.36 acres at Diley and Busey Roads for an apartment and commercial development. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a variance for an accessory structure addition on Gender Road.

• Rezoning of 16.36 acres at Diley Road and Busey Road from PCD to PUD
• Preliminary Development Plan for 244 apartment units and 5.41 acres of commercial use
• Variance request for an addition to an accessory structure at 525 Gender Road

The Commission approved a variance request for a property at 525 Gender Road to allow an accessory structure addition that exceeds the maximum permitted size. The board also received updates on the Community Plan and several ongoing construction projects.

• Approved Variance Application #VA-23-002 for an accessory structure addition at 525 Gender Road (6-0)
• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will discuss several items, including resolutions to set compensation for council members and the mayor, an ordinance to place charter amendments on the November 2023 ballot, and an ordinance to update swimming pool admission rates. The council will also consider creating a seasonal aquatics supervisor position and acquiring a waterline easement from GC Warehousing, LLC. Several items are tabled or requested to move to full council.

• Resolution 23-015: Council member pay set at $6,790 (2024) and $6,994 (2025); President at $7,469/$7,693; Vice President at $7,129/$7,343
• Resolution 23-016: Mayor pay set at $50,000 (2024) and $51,500 (2025) if Administrator position created; otherwise $103,868/$106,984
• Resolution 23-019: Authorize mayor to acquire waterline easement from GC Warehousing, LLC for property at 880 W. Walnut Street
• Ordinance 23-016: Submit proposed charter amendments to voters at November 7, 2023 election
• Ordinance 23-017: Update swimming pool daily admission rates

Council moved ordinances to update swimming pool daily admission rates and create a seasonal aquatics supervisor position to full Council. Several resolutions regarding official compensation and charter amendments were tabled. A request to acquire a waterline easement and a finance appropriation amendment were also moved to full Council.

• Moved ORD-23-017 (swimming pool daily admission rates) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved ORD-23-018 (creating seasonal aquatics supervisor position) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved RES-23-019 (waterline easement from GC Warehousing, LLC) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved ORD-23-015 (appropriation amendment to pay down short-term bonds) to full Council (7-0)
• Tabled RES-23-015 (Council member compensation 2024-2025) (7-0)
• Tabled RES-23-016 (Mayor compensation 2024-2025) (7-0)
• Tabled ORD-23-016 (proposed charter amendments for November election) (7-0)

City Council

City Council approved a construction contract for the 2023 street program and authorized the acquisition of a waterline easement. The council also discussed the potential creation of a city administrator position and reviewed funding for US 33 and Pickerington Road projects.

• Approved contract with Decker Construction Company for 2023 street program (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Adopted RES-23-019 to acquire a waterline easement from GC Warehousing, LLC (7-0)
• Approved March 20, 2023 Work Session Minutes (7-0)
• Approved March 20, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)
• Untabled ORD-23-014 regarding the creation of a City Administrator position (7-0)

Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation

The board approved four resolutions regarding property leases, a banking agreement, and architectural services. Trustees also voted to extend the terms of two board members. The meeting included updates on several industrial and retail construction projects in the area.

• Approved November 30, 2022 minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Extended terms of Trustees Marilyn Rush-Ekelberry and Dale Joiner for 2 years (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 for lease of 45 E Waterloo Street, Suite C with the City of Canal Winchester (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02 for sub-lease of 45 E Waterloo Street, Suite C with the City of Canal Winchester (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2023-03 for architectural master planning services agreement with The Jones Studio for 20 South High Street (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2023-04 for depository agreement with Huntington National Bank (6-0, 1 abstention)

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will consider five pending applications for certificates of appropriateness, including a new wall sign, two privacy fences, a garage door, and siding/window/gutter work. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes and routine procedural items.

• CA-23-007: New wall sign at 30 Liberty Street (DaNite Sign Co.)
• CA-23-008: New 6' privacy fence at 20 N Trine Street
• CA-23-009: New 6' privacy fence at 34 East Mound Street
• CA-23-010: New garage door at 10 East Waterloo Street
• CA-23-011: New siding, windows, and gutters at 109 Park Street

The Commission approved a new wall sign at 30 Liberty Street, a glass garage door at 10 East Waterloo Street, and two residential privacy fences. A request for new siding, windows, and gutters at 109 Park Street was denied.

• Approved new wall sign at 30 Liberty Street (6-0)
• Approved 6' privacy fence at 20 N Trine Street and recommended a variance to Planning and Zoning Commission (6-0)
• Approved 6' dog ear privacy fence painted white at 34 East Mound Street (6-0)
• Approved glass garage door at 10 East Waterloo Street (6-0)
• Denied new siding, windows, and gutters at 109 Park Street (5-0, 1 abstain)

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including appointments to the Housing Council, a lease agreement with the economic development corporation, a mower trade-in, compensation for council and mayor, a development agreement with multiple entities, a sidewalk easement, a street construction contract, a $3.75 million bond issuance for a new municipal complex and McGill Park, and creation of a city administrator position. The agenda also includes discussion of pedestrian safety as old/new business.

• Resolution to authorize $3,750,000 in notes for municipal complex and McGill Park Phase I
• Ordinance to contract with Decker Construction for 2023 Street Program
• Resolution to lease 45 East Waterloo St. Suite C to Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corp.
• Resolution to establish council and mayor compensation for 2024-2025
• Ordinance creating the position of City Administrator

The Council Work Session voted to move multiple resolutions and ordinances to full Council, including a lease agreement for office space and a $3.75M debt issuance for municipal projects. Two resolutions regarding council and mayoral compensation were tabled. The council also moved forward with a proposal to create a City Administrator position.

• Moved appointment of Laurie Amick to Housing Council to full Council (6-0-1)
• Moved appointment of Steve Buskirk to Housing Council to full Council (5-0-2)
• Moved lease agreement with Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corp to full Council (6-0-1)
• Moved trade-in of 2014 Ventrac 4500Z mower to full Council (7-0)
• Tabled resolution for Council member compensation (7-0)
• Tabled resolution for Mayor compensation (6-1-0)
• Moved development agreement with Violet Township and others to full Council (6-0-1)
• Moved creation of City Administrator position to full Council (4-3-0)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 20, 2023, at the new City Hall (45 East Waterloo St.). The agenda includes first readings of ordinances to authorize a $3.75 million bond for a new municipal complex and McGill Park Phase I, to create a city administrator position, and to contract for the 2023 Street Program. Several resolutions are up for adoption, including appointments to the Housing Council, a lease agreement with the Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation, and compensation for council and mayor for 2024-2025. The meeting also includes a report on Madison Township police statistics and public comments.

• First reading: ordinance authorizing up to $3,750,000 in notes for municipal complex and McGill Park Phase I
• First reading: ordinance creating the position of City Administrator
• First reading: ordinance authorizing contract with Decker Construction for 2023 Street Program
• Resolution to approve trade-in of 2014 Ventrac 4500Z mower
• Resolutions appointing Laurie Amick and Steve Buskirk to Housing Council terms expiring Dec 31, 2025

City Council appointed two members to the Housing Council and authorized several development and lease agreements. The council also approved the trade-in of a city mower and accepted a sidewalk easement deed. An ordinance to create a City Administrator position was tabled.

• Appointed Laurie Amick to the Housing Council (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Appointed Steve Buskirk to the Housing Council (5-0, 2 abstain)
• Authorized lease agreement with Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corporation (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved trade-in of a 2014 Ventrac 4500Z mower (7-0)
• Authorized development and compensation agreement with Violet Township, Fairfield County, and other partners (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Authorized acceptance of sidewalk easement deed from Daniel Robert, Inc. (7-0)
• Tabled ordinance to create City Administrator position (7-0)
• Tabled resolutions RES-23-015 and RES-23-016 regarding council and mayor compensation

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on two variance requests and a site development plan, and consider tabled applications to rezone 16.36 acres at Diley and Busey Roads from Planned Commercial to Planned Unit District and approve a preliminary development plan for 244 apartment units and 5.41 acres of commercial outparcel development.

• Rezoning of 16.36 acres at Diley and Busey Roads from PCD to PUD (ZM-22-001)
• Preliminary development plan for 244 apartment units and 5.41 acres of commercial outparcel (PDP-22-001)
• Variance to allow a 30-foot-wide access drive at 8075 Howe Industrial Parkway (VA-23-003)
• Site development plan for a new 15,000 sq. ft. industrial building for Accurate Electric at 8075 Howe Industrial Parkway (SDP-23-002)
• Variance to construct an addition onto an existing accessory structure at 525 Gender Road (VA-23-002)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site development plan and a related access drive variance for a new industrial facility. A variance request for a residential accessory building addition was tabled for further design revisions.

• Approved Variance #VA-23-003 to increase access drive width to 30 feet at 8075 Howe Industrial Parkway (6-0)
• Approved Site Development Plan #SDP-23-002 for a 15,000 sq. ft. industrial building for Accurate Electric, conditioned on a stormwater design manual variance (6-0)
• Tabled Variance Application #VA-23-002 for an accessory structure addition at 525 Gender Road to the April meeting (6-0)
• Approved February 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Appointed Steve Palsgrove to the Housing Council (volunteer)

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will consider two resolutions: one urging Ohio's governor and legislature to restore the Local Government Fund to pre-recession levels, and another authorizing the mayor to sign a depository agreement with Huntington National Bank for public funds. The council will also discuss pedestrian safety, mayor and council salaries, and housing council appointments. No final votes are expected at this work session; items are being moved to a full council meeting.

• Resolution RES-23-009 urging restoration of Local Government Fund, citing $150,000-$180,000 annual revenue loss since 2011
• Resolution RES-23-010 authorizing depository agreement with Huntington National Bank for up to $8,000,000 in public funds (2023-2027)
• Discussion of pedestrian safety (OTH-22-021)
• Discussion of mayor and council salaries (OTH-23-001)
• Discussion of housing council appointments (OTH-23-004)

Council moved two resolutions to full Council regarding a bank depository agreement and a request for the state to restore local government funds. Members also discussed potential salary adjustments for the mayor and council and proposed appointments to the Housing Council.

• Moved RES-23-009 urging the Governor to restore local government funds to pre-recession levels to full Council (6-1)
• Moved RES-23-010 authorizing a five-year depository agreement with Huntington National Bank to full Council (7-0)
• Proposed mayor's salary of $50,000 plus PERS pickup contingent on the creation of a city administrator position
• Proposed 3% cost-of-living increase for council salaries
• Proposed appointments of Laurie Amick and Steve Buskirk to the Housing Council

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council will vote on three resolutions and give a second reading to an ordinance approving the Meijer store's final development plan at 8300 Meijer Drive, which includes adding a pharmacy drive-thru and relocating the garden center. The council will also consider a resolution urging the state to restore Local Government Fund levels and authorize a depository agreement with Huntington National Bank. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, reports, and public comments.

• Resolution urging Ohio governor and legislature to restore Local Government Fund to pre-recession levels (RES-23-009)
• Resolution authorizing depository agreement with Huntington National Bank for public funds (RES-23-010)
• Ordinance approving final development plan for Meijer store at 8300 Meijer Drive (ORD-23-011, second reading)
• Public comments accepted until noon Friday before meeting

City Council approved the final development plan for the Meijer store at 8300 Meijer Drive, including specific truck parking restrictions. The council also authorized a depository agreement with Huntington National Bank and passed a resolution regarding the Local Government Fund.

• Approved final development plan for Meijer store at 8300 Meijer Drive (7-0)
• Adopted RES-23-010 to authorize depository agreement with Huntington National Bank (7-0)
• Adopted RES-23-009 urging restoration of Local Government Fund to pre-recession levels (5-2)
• Approved February 2023 Mayor’s Court Report (7-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 Work Session Minutes (7-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will review six Certificate of Appropriateness applications at its February 27, 2023 meeting. Items include a tabled front porch modification at 79 N Trine Street, a new freestanding sign and metal roof flashing at 152 W Waterloo Street, new siding at 27 West Columbus Street, and a neon sign reface at 10 South High Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 23 meeting.

• CA-22-042: Front porch modifications at 79 N Trine Street (tabled from January)
• CA-23-002: New freestanding sign at 152 W Waterloo Street by DaNite Sign Co.
• CA-23-003: Metal flashing cap for membrane roof at 152 W Waterloo Street
• CA-23-004/005: New vinyl and hardi-board siding at 27 West Columbus Street
• CA-23-006: Reface neon sign at 10 South High Street

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will consider three ordinances: purchasing a Case IH tractor with flail mowers for about $97,000, amending the 2023 appropriations to move funds for street work, park shelter, and road projects, and approving the final development plan for a Meijer pharmacy drive-thru at 8300 Meijer Drive. The council will also discuss pedestrian safety, a police study, mayor and council salaries, a Chamber of Commerce representative, and the July recess.

• Ordinance 23-009: lease/purchase of Case IH F75C 4WD tractor with flail mowers for ~$97,000, with Violet Township sharing equipment
• Ordinance 23-010: appropriation amendment moving $150,000 to street program, $25,000 to McGill Park shelter, $47,000 to tractor purchase, $317,000 to Gender Rd Phase VI engineering, $83,400 transfer for shelter
• Ordinance 23-011: final development plan for Meijer pharmacy drive-thru at 8300 Meijer Drive, with conditions on landscaping and signage
• Discussion items: pedestrian safety, police study, mayor and council salaries, Chamber of Commerce representative, July recess

Council advanced three ordinances to full Council, including a joint tractor purchase with Violet Township and a development plan for a Meijer store. The body also amended the council calendar to move the July recess to the first week of July.

• Moved ORD-23-009 to purchase a Case IH tractor and mowers (7-0)
• Moved ORD-23-010 to amend 2022 appropriation ordinance (7-0)
• Moved ORD-23-011 for Meijer store final development plan (7-0)
• Approved amending council calendar to change recess to first week of July (7-0)
• Appointed Steve Buskirk as Council representative to the Chamber of Commerce

City Council

Canal Winchester City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 21, 2023, at the new City Hall (45 East Waterloo St.). The agenda includes first readings of ordinances for the Meijer store final development plan and a tractor purchase, a second reading for the water reclamation headworks design contract, and adoption of a lease agreement for land on Parkview Drive. The council will also receive a report on Madison Township police statistics and hear public comments.

• ORD-23-011: Final development plan for Meijer store at 8300 Meijer Drive (first reading)
• ORD-23-008: Contract with V3 Companies for design services of Water Reclamation Headworks Replacement Project (second reading, waiver of third reading requested)
• ORD-23-004: Lease agreement with James N. Stevenson for 30+/- acre tract on Parkview Drive (adoption)
• ORD-23-009: Purchase of Case IH F75C 4WD tractor and rear/wing flail mowers (first reading)
• ORD-23-010: Amendment to 2022 appropriation ordinance #22-041, Amendment #2 (waiver of second and third reading requested)

City Council adopted several ordinances, including a land lease agreement and a contract for water reclamation design services. The council also approved the purchase of a tractor and mowers and amended the 2022 appropriation ordinance. A final development plan for a Meijer store was amended to include truck parking restrictions.

• Adopted lease agreement with James N. Stevenson for ~30 acre tract on Parkview Drive (7-0)
• Adopted contract with V3 Companies for Water Reclamation Headworks Replacement Project design (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Case IH F75C 4WD tractor and mowers (7-0)
• Adopted amendment to 2022 Appropriation Ordinance #22-041 (7-0)
• Amended Meijer store final development plan (8300 Meijer Drive) to restrict truck parking (7-0)
• Approved February 6, 2023 Work Session Minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved February 6, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several development requests including a conditional use for a martial arts studio at 7.5 N High Street. Other items include a parking variance on Robinett Way, a pharmacy drive-thru amendment for Meijer, and a large-scale residential and commercial development near Diley Road.

• Conditional Use: Martial arts studio at 7.5 N High Street
• Variance: Parking space reduction at 7585 – 7717 Robinett Way
• Final Development Plan amendment: Meijer store drive-thru pharmacy and garden center relocation at 8300 Diley Road
• Rezoning: PCD to PUD for 16.36 acres at Diley Road and Busey Road
• Preliminary Development Plan: 244 apartment units and commercial outparcel at Diley Road and Busey Road

The Commission approved a conditional use for a martial arts studio and a parking variance for Molto Canal Pointe LLC. A development plan amendment for Meijer was recommended for City Council approval. A rezoning request for a mixed-use apartment project was tabled.

• Approved Conditional Use #CU-23-001 for martial arts studio at 7.5 N High Street (6-0)
• Approved Variance #VA-23-001 to reduce required parking at 7585-7717 Robinett Way (6-0)
• Recommended FDP-23-001 for Meijer pharmacy drive-thru and garden center relocation to City Council (6-0)
• Tabled Zoning Map Amendment #ZM-22-001 for 16.36 acres at Diley Rd and Busey Rd (6-0)
• Tabled Preliminary Development Plan #PDP-22-001 for 244 apartment units (6-0)
• Elected Joe Donahue as Chairman (6-0)
• Elected Joe Wildenthaler as Vice Chairman (6-0)
• Elected Brad Richey as Secretary (6-0)

Council Work Session

This is a Council work session where members will discuss and potentially vote to move several items to a full Council meeting. Key items include a resolution to contract with the Franklin County Public Defender for indigent defense in 2023, an ordinance to allow public notices to be posted on the city website instead of newspapers, a construction contract for the McGill Three Season Shelter, and a contract for design services for the Water Reclamation Headworks Replacement Project. The council will also discuss pedestrian safety, a police study, and mayor and council salaries.

• Resolution 23-008: Authorize mayor to contract with Franklin County Public Defender for indigent defense representation in Mayor's Court for 2023
• Ordinance 23-005: Amend codified ordinances to allow public notices to be posted on city website instead of newspapers
• Ordinance 23-006: Authorize construction contract with Ferguson Construction Company for McGill Three Season Shelter
• Ordinance 23-008: Authorize contract with V3 Companies for design services for Water Reclamation Headworks Replacement Project
• Discussion items: Pedestrian Safety, Police Study, Mayor and Council Salaries

Council voted to move five resolutions and ordinances to full Council for final action. These include a contract for a new shelter at McGill Park and a design contract for water reclamation headworks. The session also included discussions on downtown pedestrian safety and potential stop sign installations.

• Moved RES-23-008 (indigent defense contract for 2023) to full Council (6-0)
• Moved ORD-23-005 (allowing public notices on city website instead of newspapers) to full Council (6-0)
• Moved ORD-23-006 ($848,697 contract with Ferguson Construction for McGill Three Season Shelter) to full Council (6-0)
• Moved ORD-23-007 (correcting typographical errors in OPERS contribution ordinances) to full Council (6-0)
• Moved ORD-23-008 (design services contract with V3 Companies for water reclamation headworks) to full Council (6-0)

City Council

City Council approved several real property dedications and a construction contract for the McGill Three Season Shelter. The council also adopted a resolution for indigent defense representation and updated ordinances regarding newspaper notices.

• Approved contract for indigent defense representation with Franklin County Public Defender (6-0)
• Accepted real property dedication from Canal Pointe, LLC (6-0)
• Accepted real property dedication from Daniel Robert, Inc. (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending newspaper notice publication rules (6-0)
• Approved McGill Three Season Shelter construction contract with Ferguson Construction Company (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance correcting typographical errors in Ordinances 22-045 and 22-046 (6-0)
• Approved January 2023 Mayor’s Court Report (6-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole discussed the potential establishment of a City Administrator position and reviewed the status of the city's Comprehensive Plan update. No formal votes were taken on these items; they remain under discussion for future council meetings.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Landmarks Commission

The Canal Winchester Landmarks Commission will review and vote on two tabled applications: front porch modifications at 79 N Trine Street and staining wood siding plus a new metal roof at 10 West Oak Street. They will also elect officers for 2023 and consider a pending rear deck modification at 214 North High Street.

• CA-22-042: Front porch modifications at 79 N Trine Street
• CA-22-043: Stain wood siding and new metal roof at 10 West Oak Street
• CA-23-001: Rear deck modifications at 214 North High Street
• Election of 2023 officers (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary)

The Commission approved a stain color for the Chaney Grain Elevator and a rear deck modification at 214 North High Street. A request for front porch modifications at 79 North Trine Street was tabled until February.

• Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (6-1)
• Appointed Peter Lynch as Chairman (7-0)
• Appointed David Craycraft as Vice-Chairman (7-0)
• Appointed Rich Dobda as Secretary (7-0)
• Approved #CA-22-043 for 'Yankee Barn' stain color at 10 West Oak Street (6-0)
• Approved #CA-23-001 for rear deck at 214 North High Street with condition that deck and metal balusters be painted the home's trim color (6-0)
• Tabled #CA-22-042 for front porch modifications at 79 North Trine Street to February agenda (6-0)

Council Work Session

Council voted to move three items to the full Council for final approval: the admission of Gahanna and Hilliard into the CORMA self-insurance pool and a one-year lease extension for land on Parkview Drive. Staff provided updates on the 2023 Street Program and the Three Seasons Shelter proposal.

• Moved RES-23-006 (Gahanna admission to CORMA pool) to full Council (6-0)
• Moved RES-23-007 (Hilliard admission to CORMA pool) to full Council (6-0)
• Moved ORD-23-004 (Lease agreement with James N. Stevenson for 30 +/- acre tract) to full Council (6-0)
• Excused Mr. Buskirk from the work session (6-0)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council will consider adopting resolutions to admit Gahanna and Hilliard into the CORMA self-insurance pool, and ordinances to repeal and replace water user fees for the Canal Pointe Industrial Park, amend water and sewer capacity charges, and amend the 2022 appropriations. The council will also hold second readings on property dedications from Canal Pointe, LLC and Daniel Robert, Inc., and a first reading on a lease for a 30-acre tract on Parkview Drive.

• Resolution to admit Gahanna into CORMA self-insurance pool (RES-23-006)
• Resolution to admit Hilliard into CORMA self-insurance pool (RES-23-007)
• Ordinance to repeal #13-036 and establish water user fees for Canal Pointe Industrial Park (ORD-22-060)
• Ordinance to amend water system capacity charges (ORD-22-061) and sewer system capacity charges (ORD-22-062)
• Ordinance to amend 2022 appropriations (ORD-23-001) and lease 30-acre tract on Parkview Drive (ORD-23-004)

City Council adopted three ordinances updating water user fees for Canal Pointe Industrial Park and adjusting capacity charges for city water and sewer systems. The council also approved the admission of the cities of Gahanna and Hilliard into the CORMA self-insurance pool.

• Approved admission of City of Gahanna to CORMA self-insurance pool (6-0)
• Approved admission of City of Hilliard to CORMA self-insurance pool (6-0)
• Adopted ORD-22-060 establishing water user fees for Canal Pointe Industrial Park (6-0)
• Adopted ORD-22-061 amending water system capacity charges (6-0)
• Adopted ORD-22-062 amending sewer system capacity charges (6-0)
• Adopted ORD-23-001 amending 2022 appropriation ordinance (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved December 2022 Mayor’s Court Report (6-0)
• Approved January 3, 2023 Work Session and City Council minutes (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The January 9, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting has been canceled. The next scheduled meeting will be on February 13, 2023. No decisions or discussions are reported for this meeting.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items

Council Work Session

The Canal Winchester City Council work session will discuss several resolutions and ordinances, including accepting easements from Daniel Robert, Inc. and Anthony L. Howes, appointing Eileen Goodin to the Planning and Zoning Commission, amending the 2022 appropriation ordinance, and accepting real property dedications. The council will also discuss pedestrian safety and a police study. All items are requests to move to full Council.

• Accept 0.043-acre water and drainage easement from Daniel Robert, Inc. along Clinton Street (RES-23-001)
• Accept 0.0249-acre sidewalk easement from Daniel Robert, Inc. (RES-23-002)
• Accept 0.0003-acre water line easement from Anthony L. Howes (RES-23-003)
• Appoint Eileen Goodin to Planning and Zoning Commission until Dec 31, 2023 (RES-23-005)
• Amend 2022 appropriation ordinance #22-041 (ORD-23-001)

The Council Work Session voted to move multiple resolutions and ordinances to full Council, including several utility and sidewalk easements for properties on Clinton Street. They also advanced the appointment of Eileen Goodin to the Planning and Zoning Commission and a budget appropriation amendment.

• Moved RES-23-001 (water and drainage easement from Daniel Robert, Inc.) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved RES-23-002 (sidewalk easement from Daniel Robert, Inc.) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved RES-23-003 (water line easement from Anothy L. Howes) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved RES-23-004 (sanitary sewer easement from Daniel Robert, Inc.) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved RES-23-005 (appointment of Eileen Goodin to Planning and Zoning Commission) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved ORD-23-001 (appropriation amendment including $64,160 for Chamber of Commerce) to full Council (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Moved ORD-23-002 (acceptance of .054-acre land donation from Canal Pointe, LLC) to full Council (7-0)
• Moved ORD-23-003 (acceptance of 339.55 sq ft right-of-way from Daniel Robert, Inc.) to full Council (7-0)

City Council

The Canal Winchester City Council is meeting to adopt several resolutions accepting easements from developers, approve a planning commission appointment, and consider ordinances on water fees, capacity charges, and financial support for the historical society. They will also hear public comments and reports from city officials.

• Resolution to accept water and drainage easement from Daniel Robert, Inc.
• Resolution to accept sidewalk easement from Daniel Robert, Inc.
• Resolution to accept water line easement from Anothy L. Howes.
• Ordinance to establish water user fees for Canal Pointe Industrial Park public water system.
• Ordinance to amend water and sewer system capacity charges.

City Council adopted five resolutions to accept utility and sidewalk easements and appoint a member to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Council also approved financial support for the local historical society and a swimming pool management contract.

• Approved water and drainage easement from Daniel Robert, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved sidewalk easement from Daniel Robert, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved water line easement from Anothy L. Howes (7-0)
• Approved sanitary sewer easement from Daniel Robert, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Eileen Goodin to Planning and Zoning Commission (7-0)
• Approved financial support for Canal Winchester Area Historical Society (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved contract amendments with Columbus Pool Management, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved December 19, 2022 Work Session and City Council minutes (7-0)