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Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Health
Canton City Public Health - 2nd Floor Large Board Room , Canton
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Health
Canton City Public Health - 2nd Floor Large Board Room , Canton
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Health
Canton City Public Health - 2nd Floor Large Board Room , Canton
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Health
Canton City Public Health - 2nd Floor Large Board Room , Canton
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Health
Board of Health to review air pollution control program
The Stark County Board of Health is holding a work session. The main agenda item is an overview of the Air Pollution Control Program and emerging issues, presented by Terri Dzienis. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, other business, and adjournment.
- Air Pollution Control Program Overview and Emerging Issues presentation by Terri Dzienis
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420 Market Ave N, Canton
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Mailing Address:
420 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 489-3231
cantonhealth.org
Meeting Location:
Canton City Public Health
Dr. Stephen Hickman Boardroom
2nd Floor
420 Market Ave., N
Canton, OH 44702
330-489-3231
Board of Health Work Session
August 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM
As members of the Board of Health, we affirm our commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and
values of Canton City Public Health. Each member agrees to place the interests of public health
and the community we serve above personal, professional, or political interests. We further
agree to identify and avoid conflicts of interest, both real and perceived, and to carry out our
responsibilities with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
AGENDA
Page 1 of 1
Call to Order and Roll Call
Air Pollution Control Program Overview
1.
Air Pollution Control Program Overview and Emerging Issues; Terri
Dzienis
Other Business
Adjournment
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Health
420 Market Ave N, Canton
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Mailing Address:
420 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 489-3231
cantonhealth.org
Meeting Location:
Canton City Public Health
Dr. Stephen Hickman Boardroom
2nd floor
420 Market Ave., N
Canton, OH 44702
330-489-3231
Board of Health - Public Health Nuisance Hearings
August 25, 2026 at 4:30 PM
As members of the Board of Health, we affirm our commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and
values of Canton City Public Health. Each member agrees to place the interests of public health
and the community we serve above personal, professional, or political interests. We further
agree to identify and avoid conflicts of interest, both real and perceived, and to carry out our
responsibilities with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
AGENDA
Call to Order and Roll Call
Agenda Corrections and Approval
1.
Motion to approve agenda.
Public Health Nuisance Hearings
2.
Hearings.
Next Meeting Date
3.
Next meeting date - Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Adjournment
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Health
Canton Health Board votes on $297,920 in invoices and amends food protection fees
The Canton City Public Health Board of Health meets to approve routine fiscal reports, including $297,920.68 in invoices and specific patient write-offs. The board will also vote on personnel changes, including three resignations and new appointments, and approve several grant agreements and travel authorizations. Additionally, the board takes a first reading on a resolution to amend the Canton City Health Code to update fees for the food protection program.
- Approve list of invoices for $297,920.68
- Amend section 251.02 of the Canton City Health Code to update food protection program fees (first reading)
- Approve Stark County Health Department WIC grant addendum for $41,637.00
- Accept resignations of Mindy Groff, Stanleyt Frankart, and Abigail Wilson
- Approve purchase of one Model 8872 data logger from Agilaire, LLC for up to $10,600.00
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420 Market Ave N, Canton
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Mailing Address:
420 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 489-3231
cantonhealth.org
Meeting Location:
Canton City Public Health
Dr. Stephen Hickman Board Room
2nd Floor
420 Market Ave., N
Canton, OH 44702
330-489-3231
Board of Health Regular Meeting
August 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM
As members of the Board of Health, we affirm our commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and
values of Canton City Public Health. Each member agrees to place the interests of public health
and the community we serve above personal, professional, or political interests. We further
agree to identify and avoid conflicts of interest, both real and perceived, and to carry out our
responsibilities with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
AGENDA
Page 1 of 5
Call to Order and Roll Call
Agenda Corrections and Approval
1.
Approve agenda for the August 25, 2026 Board of Health meeting.
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
2.
Approve minutes of the July 28, 2026 Board of Health hearings.
3.
Approve minutes of the July 28, 2026 Board of Health meeting.
Board of Health Committee Reports
4. Reports
a. Finance Committee
b. Personnel Committee
c. Governance Committee
Unfinished Business
Fiscal Items
5.
Approve list of invoices (07/23/2026 - 08/19/2026) - $297,920.68
Board of Health Regular Meeting
August 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Page 2 of 5
6.
Approve Financial Report as of July 31, 2026.
7.
A …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
218 Cleveland Ave S., Canton
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CANTON CITY COUNCIL
President Louis Giavasis
Council At Large:
James Babcock - Asst. Majority Leader
Bill Smuckler
Joe Cole
Mailing Address:
218 Cleveland Ave. SW
Canton, Ohio 44702
(330) 489-3223
www.CantonOhio.gov
Ward Council Members:
Darren Mayle, Ward 1
Brenda Kimbrough, Ward 2
Jason Scaglione, Ward 3
Chris Smith, Ward 4
Robert Fisher, Ward 5
Jonathan Cooks, Ward 6
John Mariol, Ward 7 - Majority Leader
Richard Sacco, Ward 8
Frank Morris, Ward 9
FINAL AGENDA
August 24, 2026
7:00 PM
ROLL CALL: ALL MEMBERS PRESENT
MOTION TO EXCUSE MEMBERS: NOT NECESSARY
INVOCATION: JOE COLE, COUNCIL MEMBER-AT-LARGE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: PRESIDENT GIAVASIS
AGENDA CORRECTIONS & CHANGES: (SUSPENDED RULE 22A TO ADD 1ST RDG O#25 AND
O#26; 2ND RDG O#27 - O#30; O#25 AND O#26 ADOPTED ON 1ST RDG; O#34 ADOPTED AS
AMENDED)
PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
PUBLIC SPEAKS: SKYLARK BRUCE AND CHARLA JONES SPOKE ABOUT ITEM # 17,
DISCHARGING FIREARMS. THEY BOTH EXPLAINED THEIR CONCERNS INVOLVING THE
POLICE DEPT AND THEIR USE OF FIREARMS IN THE COMMUNITY.
INFORMAL RESOLUTIONS:
1.
COUNCIL-AS-A-WHOLE: SHOWING SUPPORT FOR RED OAK PARTNERS LLC'S
APPLICATION FOR FUNDING FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF 315 TUSCARAWAS ST
WEST AS LIBERTY COMMONS. - ADOPTED
COMMUNICATIONS:
2.
REQ ZONE CHANGE LOCATED AT 3RD ST SW, WARD 4. - APPLICANT,
CHRISTOPHER GIBSON
3.
RPT OF DEPOSITS AND PAY-INS TO AMBULANCE …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council approves $20M for private water line replacement and $550K for Habitat homes
Canton City Council voted on 32 items, including emergency appropriations for infrastructure and public safety. The most significant financial actions involved a $20 million fund for replacing private water service lines and a $550,000 contract with Habitat for Humanity. The council also approved an annexation agreement with Canton Township and amendments to building code fees.
- Authorized $20,000,000 supplemental appropriation for the Galvanized Required Replacement (GRR) Private Service Line Replacement Project
- Approved $550,000 contract with Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio for single-family home construction using Comp Plan funds
- Adopted ordinance 121/2026 setting the starting annual salary for Todd Shreve, Assistant Superintendent of Collections Systems, at $115,000
- Approved annexation agreement with the Canton Township Board of Trustees
- Amended Building Code sections 1304.02, 1304.03, and 1304.4 regarding plans examination, permit costs, and inspections
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218 Cleveland Ave SW, Canton
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CANTON CITY COUNCIL
President Louis Giavasis
Council At Large:
James Babcock - Asst. Majority Leader
Bill Smuckler
Joe Cole
Mailing Address:
218 Cleveland Ave. SW
Canton, Ohio 44702
(330) 489-3223
www.CantonOhio.gov
Ward Council Members:
Darren Mayle, Ward 1
Brenda Kimbrough, Ward 2
Jason Scaglione, Ward 3
Chris Smith, Ward 4
Robert Fisher, Ward 5
Jonathan Cooks, Ward 6
John Mariol, Ward 7 - Majority Leader
Richard Sacco, Ward 8
Frank Morris, Ward 9
FINAL AGENDA
August 10, 2026
7:00 PM
ROLL CALL: ELEVEN MEMBERS PRESENT
MOTION TO EXCUSE MEMBERS: MEMBER MORRIS ABSENT
INVOCATION: BILL SMUCKLER, COUNCIL MEMBER-AT-LARGE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: PRESIDENT GIAVASIS
AGENDA CORRECTIONS & CHANGES: (SUSPENDED RULE 22A TO ADD 1ST RDG O#20 -
O#22; 2ND RDG O#23 - O#27; O#20 - O#22 ADOPTED ON 1ST RDG)
PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
PUBLIC SPEAKS: KAI WELCH SPOKE ABOUT ITEM #8 ON THE AGENDA. SHE DOES NOT
AGREE WITH WHAT THE APPROPRIATION IS BEING USED FOR, AND ASKED THE MAYOR
TO BETTER EXPLAIN IT. KIMBERLY BELL SPOKE ABOUT ITEM #7 ON THE AGENDA. SHE
ASKED FOR A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF HOW THE JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT IS
HELPING THE BLACK COMMUNITY. SHERRY FRENCH SPOKE OUT AGAINST DATA
CENTERS, EXPRESSING HOW DANGEROUS THEY ARE TO THE VARIOUS COMMUNITIES
NEAR THEM. ROGER GATES SPOKE ABOUT ITEMS #8 AND #9 ON THE AGENDA. HE DOES
NOT AGREE WITH THE COSTS OF REPLACING THE CURRENT WATER LINES WITH
GALVAN …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Health
Canton City Public Health - Dr. Stephen Hickman Board Room, 2nd floor , Canton
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Mailing Address:
420 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 489-3231
cantonhealth.org
Meeting Location:
Canton City Public Health
Dr. Stephen Hickman Boardroom
2nd floor
420 Market Ave., N
Canton, OH 44702
330-489-3231
Board of Health - Public Health Nuisance Hearings
July 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
As members of the Board of Health, we affirm our commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and
values of Canton City Public Health. Each member agrees to place the interests of public health
and the community we serve above personal, professional, or political interests. We further
agree to identify and avoid conflicts of interest, both real and perceived, and to carry out our
responsibilities with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
AGENDA
Page 1 of 1
Call to Order and Roll Call
Agenda Corrections and Approval
1.
Motion to approve agenda.
Public Health Nuisance Hearings
2.
Hearings.
Next Meeting Date
3.
Next meeting date - Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Adjournment
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Health
Board to approve $409,792.72 in invoices and $63,100 lab equipment purchase
The Stark County Board of Health will vote on routine fiscal, personnel, and contract items, including approving invoices totaling $409,792.72, a $63,100 purchase of a Cepheid GeneXpert IV Analyzer, and acceptance of a $75,000 increase to an HIV prevention grant. The board will also consider personnel actions, including the retirement of the Director of Nursing, and approve recommendations from public health nuisance hearings.
- Approve invoices (06/19/2026-07/22/2026) totaling $409,792.72
- Purchase Cepheid GeneXpert IV Analyzer for up to $63,100.00
- Accept retirement of Diane Thompson, Director of Nursing, effective Jan 29, 2027
- Approve $75,000 additional funds for FY26 HIV Prevention Grant (new total $283,560.00)
- Certify $7,049.52 in nuisance abatement costs to Stark County Auditor
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420 Market Ave N, Canton
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Mailing Address:
420 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 489-3231
cantonhealth.org
Meeting Location:
Canton City Public Health
Dr. Stephen Hickman Board Room
2nd Floor
420 Market Ave., N
Canton, OH 44702
330-489-3231
Board of Health Regular Meeting
July 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
As members of the Board of Health, we affirm our commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and
values of Canton City Public Health. Each member agrees to place the interests of public health
and the community we serve above personal, professional, or political interests. We further
agree to identify and avoid conflicts of interest, both real and perceived, and to carry out our
responsibilities with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
AGENDA
Page 1 of 3
Call to Order and Roll Call
Agenda Corrections and Approval
1.
Approve agenda for the July 28, 2026 Board of Health meeting.
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
2.
Approve minutes of the June 23, 2026 Board of Health hearings.
3.
Approve minutes of the June 23, 2026 Board of Health meeting.
4.
Approve minutes of the July 1, 2026 Board of Health special meeting.
Board of Health Committee Reports
5. Reports.
a. Finance Committee
b. Personnel Committee
c. Governance Committee
Unfinished Business
Fiscal items
Board of Health Regular Meeting
July 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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6.
Approve list of invoices (06/19/2026 - 07/22/2026) - $409,792 …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council hears 26 speakers on new data center zoning rules
Canton City Council held public hearings on two zoning amendments: one restricting prohibited signs and another creating new regulations for data centers, which drew 26 speakers. The council also approved several items, including a $40,000 asphalt replacement at the recycle center and the election of Beth Wensel as legislative coordinator/nuisance inspector. Multiple ordinances were advanced through first and second readings, covering topics like property conveyances, a $145,396.26 change order for water main work, and a $550,000 Habitat for Humanity housing project.
- Public hearing on data center zoning (O#115/2026) with 26 speakers
- Approved $40,000 purchase order for asphalt at Canton Recycle Center
- First reading: convey city-owned property to Canton Community Improvement Corp
- Second reading: $550,000 contract with Habitat for Humanity for single-family homes
- Third reading: reauthorize Interior Renovation Program with $85,000 from admissions tax fund
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218 Cleveland Ave S., Canton
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CANTON CITY COUNCIL
President Louis Giavasis
Council At Large:
James Babcock - Asst. Majority Leader
Bill Smuckler
Joe Cole
Mailing Address:
218 Cleveland Ave. SW
Canton, Ohio 44702
(330) 489-3223
www.CantonOhio.gov
Ward Council Members:
Darren Mayle, Ward 1
Brenda Kimbrough, Ward 2
Jason Scaglione, Ward 3
Chris Smith, Ward 4
Robert Fisher, Ward 5
Jonathan Cooks, Ward 6
John Mariol, Ward 7 - Majority Leader
Richard Sacco, Ward 8
Frank Morris, Ward 9
FINAL AGENDA
July 27, 2026
7:00 PM
ROLL CALL: ELEVEN MEMBERS PRESENT
MOTION TO EXCUSE MEMBERS: MEMBER MARIOL ABSENT
INVOCATION: JAMES BABCOCK, COUNCIL MEMBER-AT-LARGE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: PRESIDENT GIAVASIS
AGENDA CORRECTIONS & CHANGES: (SUSPENDED RULE 22A TO ADD 1ST RDG O#22; 2ND
RDG O#23 - O#27; O#22 ADOPTED ON 1ST RDG)
PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:00 PM - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1187.05, PROHIBITED
SIGNS OF CHAPTER 1187 OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING CODE (1 SPEAKER) SEE
O#114/2026. 7:01 PM - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1131, DEFINITIONS AND
AMENDING CHAPTER 1148, SPECIAL PROVISIONS OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRIAL USES BY
CREATING A NEW SECTION 1148.16, DATA CENTERS OF THE PLANNING AND ZONE CODE.
(26 SPEAKERS) O#115/2026
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
PUBLIC SPEAKS: NONE
INFORMAL RESOLUTIONS:
1.
COUNCIL-AS-A-WHOLE: ELECTION OF OFFICE STAFF: BETH WENSEL AS
LEGISLATIVE COORDINATOR/NUISANCE INSPECTOR, EFFECTIVE ON: 7/28/26. -
ADOPTED
2.
MAJORITY …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
218 Cleveland Ave, SW, Canton
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CANTON CITY COUNCIL
President Louis Giavasis
Council At Large:
James Babcock - Asst. Majority Leader
Bill Smuckler
Joe Cole
Mailing Address:
218 Cleveland Ave. SW
Canton, Ohio 44702
(330) 489-3223
www.CantonOhio.gov
Ward Council Members:
Darren Mayle, Ward 1
Brenda Kimbrough, Ward 2
Jason Scaglione, Ward 3
Chris Smith, Ward 4
Robert Fisher, Ward 5
Jonathan Cooks, Ward 6
John Mariol, Ward 7 - Majority Leader
Richard Sacco, Ward 8
Frank Morris, Ward 9
FINAL AGENDA
July 13, 2026
7:00 PM
ROLL CALL: ALL MEMBERS PRESENT
MOTION TO EXCUSE MEMBERS: NOT NECESSARY
INVOCATION: FRANK MORRIS, WARD 9 COUNCIL MEMBER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: PRESIDENT GIAVASIS
AGENDA CORRECTIONS & CHANGES: (SUSPENDED RULE 22A TO ADD 1ST RDG O#16; 2ND
RDG O#17 - O#23; O#16 ADOPTED ON 1ST RDG; O#23 ADOPTED AS AMENDED ON 2ND
RDG; O#25 ADOPTED AS AMENDED)
PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
PUBLIC SPEAKS: KIM BELL SPOKE ON AGENDA ITEM #30, EXPRESSING HER OPINION
THAT COUNCIL SHOULD PRIORITIZE USING EXISTING CITY RESOURCES RATHER THAN
HIRING OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS. SAM SMITH SPOKE ON AGENDA ITEM #19, PROVIDING
INFORMATION TO COUNCIL REGARDING THE POTENTIAL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH DATA
CENTERS.
INFORMAL RESOLUTIONS: NONE
COMMUNICATIONS:
1.
REQ FOR ADDT'L AMENDED CERT DATED 6/30/26. - AUDITOR MALLONN
2.
STATEMENT OF CASH POSITION AS OF 6/30/26. - AUDITOR MALLONN
3.
REQ TSF OF CITY PROP TO A&J URBAN D …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Health
Board of Health to appoint full-time WIC assistant
The Stark County Board of Health is holding a special meeting on July 1, 2026, to approve the agenda and take a personnel action. The only substantive item is the appointment of a full-time WIC Assistant. The meeting is otherwise procedural.
- Appointment of a full-time WIC Assistant
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420 Market Ave N, Canton
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Mailing Address:
420 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 489-3231
cantonhealth.org
Meeting Location:
Canton City Public Health
Dr. Stephen Hickman Boardroom
2nd Floor
420 Market Ave., N
Canton, OH 44702
330-489-3231
Board of Health Special Meeting
July 1, 2026 at 4:30 PM
As members of the Board of Health, we affirm our commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and
values of Canton City Public Health. Each member agrees to place the interests of public health
and the community we serve above personal, professional, or political interests. We further
agree to identify and avoid conflicts of interest, both real and perceived, and to carry out our
responsibilities with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
AGENDA
Page 1 of 1
Call to Order and Roll Call
Agenda Corrections and Approval
1.
Approved agenda for the July 1, 2026 special Board of Health meeting.
Personnel Actions
2.
Appointment of a full-time WIC Assistant (B).
Adjournment
Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
218 Cleveland Ave S., Canton
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CANTON CITY COUNCIL
President Louis Giavasis
Council At Large:
James Babcock - Asst. Majority Leader
Bill Smuckler
Joe Cole
Mailing Address:
218 Cleveland Ave. SW
Canton, Ohio 44702
(330) 489-3223
www.CantonOhio.gov
Ward Council Members:
Darren Mayle, Ward 1
Brenda Kimbrough, Ward 2
Jason Scaglione, Ward 3
Chris Smith, Ward 4
Robert Fisher, Ward 5
Jonathan Cooks, Ward 6
John Mariol, Ward 7 - Majority Leader
Richard Sacco, Ward 8
Frank Morris, Ward 9
FINAL AGENDA
June 29, 2026
7:00 PM
ROLL CALL: ALL MEMBERS PRESENT
MOTION TO EXCUSE MEMBERS: NOT NECESSARY
INVOCATION: RICHARD SACCO, WARD 8 COUNCIL MEMBER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: PRESIDENT GIAVASIS
AGENDA CORRECTIONS & CHANGES: (SUSPENDED RULE 22A TO ADD 1ST RDG O#16; 2ND
RDG O#17 -O#25; O#16 ADOPTED ON 1ST RDG; O#25 ADOPTED ON 2ND RDG)
PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:00 PM — AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING CANTON TO ANNEX THE
TERRITORY KNOWN AS THE 2050 & 2232 CENTRAL AVE SE - 2025 ANNEXATION
CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 13.525 ACRES, MORE OR LESS; ASSIGNING SAID
TERRITORY TO WARD 4 OF THE CITY; ZONING SAID TERRITORY AS I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRY
DISTRICT; EMERGENCY. (5 SPEAKERS) SEE O#99/2026
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
PUBLIC SPEAKS: SKYLARK BRUCE SPOKE ABOUT ITEM NO. 28 INVOLVING GRANT FUNDS.
SHE EXPRESSED HER CONCERNS WITH WHERE THE MONEY WAS GOING AND WHY
THERE IS LITTLE INFORMATION GIVEN TO THE PUBLIC. BRENDA PARSONS AND
CHRISTINE GINGERICH SPOKE ABOUT ITEM NO. 12, DATA CENTERS OF …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Health
420 Market Ave N, Canton
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Meeting Location:
Canton City Public Health
Dr. Stephen Hickman Board Room
Mailing Address:
420 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702
2nd Floor
(330) 489-3231 Public Health 420 Market Ave.,N
cantonhealth.org Prevent. Promote. Protect. Canton, OH 44702
(330) 489-3231
Canton City Public Health
Board of Health Regular Meeting
June 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM
As members of the Board of Health, we affirm our commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and
values of Canton City Public Health. Each member agrees to place the interests of public health
and the community we serve above personal, professional, or political interests. We further
agree to identify and avoid conflicts of interest, both real and perceived, and to carry out our
responsibilities with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
AGENDA
Call to Order and Roll Call
Agenda Corrections and Approval
1. Approve agenda for the June 23, 2026 Board of Health meeting.
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
2. Approve minutes of the May 19, 2026 Board of Health hearings.
3. Approve minutes of the May 19, 2026 Board of Health meeting.
Board of Health Committee Reports
4. Reports.
a. Finance Committee
b. Personnel Committee
c. Governance Committee
Unfinished Business
CCPH's 2025 Annual Report
Page 1of4
Board of Health Regular Meeting
June 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM
5. Accept Canton City Public Health 2025 Annual Report.
Fiscal Items
6. Approve list of invoices (05/19/2026 - 06/18/2026) - $388,096.28
7. Approve Financial Report (as …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Health
Canton City Public Health - Dr. Stephen Hickman Board Room, 2nd Floor, Canton
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Mailing Address:
420 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 489-3231
cantonhealth.org
Meeting Location:
Canton City Public Health
Dr. Stephen Hickman Boardroom
2nd Floor
420 Market Ave., N
Canton, OH 44702
330-489-3231
Board of Health - Public Nuisance Hearings
June 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM
As members of the Board of Health, we affirm our commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and
values of Canton City Public Health. Each member agrees to place the interests of public health
and the community we serve above personal, professional, or political interests. We further
agree to identify and avoid conflicts of interest, both real and perceived, and to carry out our
responsibilities with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
AGENDA
Page 1 of 1
Call to Order and Roll Call
Agenda Corrections and Approval
1.
Motion to approve agenda.
Public Health Nuisance Hearings
2.
Hearings.
Next Meeting Date
3.
Next meeting date - Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
Adjournment
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council reviews data center zoning, annexation, and $195K water rate study
Canton City Council held its regular meeting on June 15, 2026, addressing a range of items including zoning text amendments for data centers and prohibited signs, a Plain Township annexation agreement, and multiple emergency appropriations. The council also considered contracts for a water and sewer rate study, a paving project change order, and several grant acceptances for the police department. Public speakers asked council to carefully review wording changes related to the data center legislation.
- Zoning text amendments for Ch. 1131 (Definitions) and Ch. 1148.16 (Data Centers) — discussed, with public speakers requesting careful review
- Zoning text amendment for Ch. 1187.05 (Prohibited Signs)
- Request for Plain Township annexation agreement (emergency)
- Contract with Raftelis Financial Consultants for water/sewer rate study, not to exceed $195,896.00
- Change Order No. 1 with Northstar Asphalt for Cleveland Ave NW paving project, not to exceed $172,509.75
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218 Cleveland Ave, SW, Canton
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CANTON CITY COUNCIL
President Louis Giavasis
Council At Large:
James Babcock - Asst. Majority Leader
Bill Smuckler
Joe Cole
Mailing Address:
218 Cleveland Ave. SW
Canton, Ohio 44702
(330) 489-3223
www.CantonOhio.gov
Ward Council Members:
Darren Mayle, Ward 1
Brenda Kimbrough, Ward 2
Jason Scaglione, Ward 3
Chris Smith, Ward 4
Robert Fisher, Ward 5
Jonathan Cooks, Ward 6
John Mariol, Ward 7 - Majority Leader
Richard Sacco, Ward 8
Frank Morris, Ward 9
FINAL AGENDA
June 15, 2026
7:00 PM
ROLL CALL: ELEVEN MEMBERS PRESENT
MOTION TO EXCUSE MEMBERS: MEMBER MARIOL ABSENT
INVOCATION: JONATHAN COOKS, WARD 6 COUNCIL MEMBER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: PRESIDENT GIAVASIS
AGENDA CORRECTIONS & CHANGES: (SUSPENDED RULE 22A TO ADD 1ST RDG O#24; 2ND
RDG O#25 - O#27; O#24 ADOPTED AS AMENDED ON 1ST RDG)
PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
PUBLIC SPEAKS: SAM SMITH, SHERRY FRENCH, AND ALEX KELLER SPOKE REGARDING
ITEM NO. 8 INVOLVING DATA CENTERS. THEY ASKED COUNCIL TO CAREFULLY REVIEW
AND CONSIDER WORDING CHANGES RELATED TO THE DATA CENTER LEGISLATION.
INFORMAL RESOLUTIONS:
1.
COUNCIL-AS-A-WHOLE: COMMENDING BRUCE BRAUN FOR HIS 50 YRS OF
LEADERSHIP IN THE CANTON COMMUNITY. - ADOPTED
COMMUNICATIONS:
2.
STATEMENT OF CASH POSITION AS OF 05/29/26. - AUDITOR MALLON
3.
REQ FOR ADDT'L AMENDED CERT DATED 06/1/26. - AUDITOR MALLONN
4.
RPT OF DEPOSITS AND PAY-INS TO AMBULANCE LOCK B …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council approves outdoor refreshment area expansion and multiple funding measures
Canton City Council held its regular meeting on June 1, 2026, addressing a range of items including a public hearing on the continued operation and expansion of the designated outdoor refreshment area. The council adopted several emergency appropriations and contracts, including grants for police, a paving project change order, and a water rate study. It also approved annexation of land on Central Ave SE and multiple professional service contracts.
- Approved continued operation and expansion of designated outdoor refreshment area (O#88/2026)
- Authorized annexation of 13.525 acres at 2050 & 2232 Central Ave SE, zoned I-2 Heavy Industry (O#13)
- Accepted $20,000 grant from Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services for Project Safe Neighborhoods (item 7)
- Authorized $225,900 contract with Burgess & Niple for Sugar Creek transmission line surge tanks renovation (O#90/2026)
- Approved $142,000 for AEP building planning study and feasibility assessment (item 18)
annexationbudgetcontractsgrantsliquor-permitpublic-hearingzoning
218 Cleveland Ave S., Canton
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CANTON CITY COUNCIL
President Louis Giavasis
Council At Large:
James Babcock - Asst. Majority Leader
Bill Smuckler
Joe Cole
Mailing Address:
218 Cleveland Ave. SW
Canton, Ohio 44702
(330) 489-3223
www.CantonOhio.gov
Ward Council Members:
Darren Mayle, Ward 1
Brenda Kimbrough, Ward 2
Jason Scaglione, Ward 3
Chris Smith, Ward 4
Robert Fisher, Ward 5
Jonathan Cooks, Ward 6
John Mariol, Ward 7 - Majority Leader
Richard Sacco, Ward 8
Frank Morris, Ward 9
FINAL AGENDA
June 1, 2026
7:00 PM
ROLL CALL: ALL MEMBERS PRESENT
MOTION TO EXCUSE MEMBERS: NOT NECESSARY
INVOCATION: ROBERT FISHER , WARD 5 COUNCIL MEMBER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: PRESIDENT GIAVASIS
AGENDA CORRECTIONS & CHANGES: (SUSPENDED RULE 22A TO ADD 1ST RDG O#16; 2ND
RDG O#17 AND O#18; O#16 ADOPTED ON 1ST RDG; O#19 RECONSIDERED AND AMENDED
AS O#84/2026)
PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:00 PM — A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CONTINUED OPERATION
AND EXPANSION OF THE DESIGNATED OUTDOOR REFRESHMENT AREA. (2 SPEAKERS)
SEE O#88/2026
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
PUBLIC SPEAKS: KIM BELL SPOKE REGARDING AGENDA ITEM #18 AND EXPRESSED HER
THOUGHTS ON IMPROVING CITY HALL, THE AEP BUILDING, AND FUNDING. LARINDA
JOHNSON SPOKE ABOUT ITEM #3 AND HER CONCERNS WITH PUBLIC SPEAKS.
INFORMAL RESOLUTIONS:
1.
COUNCIL-A-WHOLE: COMMENDING PASTOR WALTER MOSS ON 50 YRS OF
PASTORSHIP. - ADOPTED
COMMUNICATIONS:
2.
AUTH MORAL OB TO BLACK-MCCUSKEY-SOUERS & ARBAUGH LAW FIRM IN …
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