Green public meetings in 2023

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for signage and an outdoor cooler at the E. Liberty Schoolhouse. The agenda also includes updates on the schoolhouse warranty deed, covenants, and the city's Comprehensive Plan.

• Signage and outdoor cooler request for E. Liberty Schoolhouse
• E. Liberty Schoolhouse warranty deed and covenants update
• Comprehensive Plan update

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider a setback variance request for a residential addition at 2696 Spade Rd. Additionally, the Board will hear an appeal regarding a Dangerous Buildings ordinance violation at 5071 Massillon Rd.

• Setback variance request for residential addition at 2696 Spade Rd.
• Appeal of Ordinance 2022-16 - Dangerous Buildings violation at 5071 Massillon Rd.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will conduct a site plan review for the Nauti Vine Winery patio located at 3950 S. Main Street. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the November 15, 2023, meeting.

• Site plan review for Nauti Vine Winery patio (3950 S. Main Street)
• Approval of November 15, 2023, meeting minutes

Committee Meetings

The Finance Committee will review the 2024 annual operating and capital appropriations for the City of Green. Other discussions include bank depository agreements, a new sidewalk repair district, and potential policing contracts with the Summit County Sheriff.

• 2024 annual operating and capital appropriations
• Real estate purchase agreement for 6421 S. Main Street
• Three-year policing services contract with Summit County Sheriff
• Rezoning of 1.27 acres on Southwood Drive to Planned Development
• Creation of a 2024 sidewalk repair or replacement district

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items, including the 2024 annual operating and capital appropriations. The agenda includes discussions on public safety policing services, road and sidewalk projects, and property acquisitions.

• 2024 Annual Operating and Capital Appropriations
• Three-year contract with Summit County Sheriff for policing services
• Real estate purchase agreement for 6421 S. Main Street
• Sign replacement on SR-241 in cooperation with the State of Ohio
• Purchase of a Bomag roller for the Service Department

Committee Meetings

City of Green standing committees are reviewing multiple resolutions ahead of a full council vote. Items under consideration include adopting the 2024 operating and capital budgets, applying for federal grants to fund road and sidewalk projects, amending municipal income tax rules to meet state requirements, and approving several contracts and property acquisitions.

• Adopting the 2024 annual operating and capital appropriations for the city
• Applying for federal grants for the Arlington Road corridor improvements, Graybill Road resurfacing, and Steese Road sidewalk extension
• Amending Chapter 37 municipal income tax ordinances to comply with state law mandates
• Approving a design-build contract with North Hill Marble & Granite Co. for Phase 1 construction at Greensburg Cemetery
• Purchasing the property located at 6421 S. Main Street and authorizing public fund deposits with PNC, Consumers National, Huntington, and KeyBank

City Council

The council is reviewing the 2024 annual operating and capital appropriations for the city. The agenda also includes rezoning for Southwood Drive and new bank depository agreements.

• Rezoning of 1.27 acres at Southwood Drive to Planned Development
• Approval of 2024 annual operating and capital appropriations
• Contract for columbaria construction at Greensburg Cemetery
• Purchase of a Bomag roller for the Service Department
• Economic development grant agreement with Hammond Construction, Inc.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider multiple applications for variances regarding sign dimensions, fencing, and accessory structures. These items include requests for garage size adjustments, height exceptions, and front yard storage buildings.

• Graphic Detail, Inc. variance for an electric message center at 3719 Main St.
• Jimmy Snell, Jr. variance for 111’ of 6’ fencing at 4517 Massillon Rd.
• Elizabeth Carvill variance for a 48’ by 48’ detached garage at 2880 Pickle Rd.
• Dan Porter variance for a front yard lean to, a 40’ x 40’ garage height exception, and excess lot coverage at 980 Boettler Rd.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review final plats for multiple phases of the Jacobs Ridge development. Discussion also includes a site plan for The Industry Restaurant and a rezoning request for Spring Hill Business Park.

• Jacobs Ridge Phase 3 Final Plat Review (14 lots)
• Jacobs Ridge Northern Entrance Signage review
• Jacobs Ridge Phase 4 Final Plat Review (25 lots)
• The Industry Restaurant site plan review for parking lot
• Spring Hill Business Park rezoning request

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including the 2024 annual operating and capital appropriations. Discussion includes federal grant applications for road and sidewalk projects, bank depository agreements, and a property purchase on South Main Street.

• 2024 Annual Operating and Capital Appropriations
• Sidewalk repair or replacement district for 2024
• Arlington Road Corridor improvements federal funding application
• Graybill Road resurfacing project federal funding application
• Steese Road sidewalk extension projects federal funding applications

Committee Meetings

The City of Green’s standing committees are reviewing second readings on multiple resolutions and ordinances during their November 14 meetings. Key items include applications for federal transportation funds for Arlington Road, Graybill Road, and Steese Road projects, a design-build contract for Greensburg Cemetery, and a 30-year property tax exemption for improvements at First Watch. Committees will also consider liquor license transfers and municipal grant agreements.

• Federal grant applications for Arlington Road corridor improvements, Graybill Road resurfacing, and Steese Road sidewalk extension
• Design-build contract authorization with North Hill Marble & Granite Co for Greensburg Cemetery columbaria phase 1
• Ordinance exempting property tax on improvements owned by TWL Green Development (DBA First Watch) for 30 years
• Municipal economic development grant agreement with Hammond Construction, Inc.
• Liquor license transfer and agency contract for Jai Vinayaka LLC at 3963 S Main St

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review signage for the northern entrance of Jacobs Ridge on Golden Wood Way. The board will also conduct a site plan review for the parking lot at The Industry Restaurant located at 3492 S. Arlington Road.

• Signage review for Jacobs Ridge Northern Entrance on Golden Wood Way
• Site plan review for The Industry Restaurant parking lot at 3492 S. Arlington Road
• Approval of the October 4, 2023 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will consider well house rehabilitation at Levi J. Hartong Farmstead and a patio installation at E. Liberty Schoolhouse. The agenda also includes updates on the City of Green Comprehensive Plan.

• Well House Rehabilitation at Levi J. Hartong Farmstead (COA 23-24)
• Concrete Patio & Retaining Wall Installation at E. Liberty Schoolhouse (COA 23-03)
• City of Green Comprehensive Plan review

Committee Meetings

City committees will meet to discuss several liquor license transfers for businesses on S. Arlington Rd. and S. Main Street. The Planning Committee will also hold a third reading for the Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase IV final plat and performance bond.

• Liquor license transfer for 3582 S. Arlington LLC (Thomas Drive Thru)
• New liquor license for Apollo 3 Bowling Center LTD at 3911 S Main Street & Patio
• Liquor license transfer for Apollo 3 Bowling Center LTD from Balaton Rest
• Third reading of resolution 2023-R44 regarding Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase IV

City Council

The council will consider several resolutions on first reading regarding tax incentive recommendations and an economic development grant for Hammond Construction, Inc. Members will also review a design-build contract for Greensburg Cemetery and property tax exemptions for First Watch. Additionally, the council will address liquor license transfers and the Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase IV final plat.

• Economic development grant agreement with Hammond Construction, Inc.
• Design-build contract with North Hill Marble & Granite Co for Greensburg Cemetery
• 30-year property tax exemption for First Watch
• Liquor license transfers for Thomas Drive Thru and Apollo 3 Bowling Center
• Final plat approval for Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase IV

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider five applications for zoning variances in Green. These requests involve building setbacks, driveway widths, sign sizes, and accessory structure limits.

• Variance for a 36’ by 40’ detached garage at 2857 Aldis Dr. exceeding allowed lot coverage
• Request for a 60’ wide driveway at 5995 Mayfair Rd.
• Variances for an existing garage at 1377 Koons Rd. regarding height and side yard placement
• Signage area and setback variances for Sheetz, Inc. at 1651 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd.
• Side setback variance for a residential addition at 1101 Everbright Dr.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Green Planning and Zoning Commission will review a site plan for WoodSpring Suites on Jarvis Road. The agenda also includes a signage review for 3719 S. Main Street and a minor subdivision variance for 2762 Mayfair Road. Additionally, the commission will approve the September 20, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Site plan review for WoodSpring Suites on Jarvis Road
• Signage review for The Ramp ID Sign at 3719 S. Main Street
• Minor subdivision variance for Tell Lot Split at 2762 Mayfair Road

City Council

The Green City Council is reviewing updates to the pay grade structure and compensation plan for non-bargaining employees. The agenda also includes a second reading for the Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase IV final plat and an ordinance regarding code recodification. Additionally, the council will consider a new liquor license application for 2255 Greensburg Rd.

• New pay grade structure and compensation plan for non-bargaining employees
• Final plat and performance bond for Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase IV
• New liquor license application for Green Drive Thru LLC at 2255 Greensburg Rd
• Recodification of certain city ordinances and resolutions
• Amendment to the Cooperative Agreement

Committee Meetings

The Finance Committee is reviewing salary adjustments and a cooperative agreement amendment. The Planning Committee will consider a final plat for Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase IV, while the Rules and Personnel Committee reviews a new compensation plan and ordinance recodification.

• Resolution 2023-R37 regarding non-bargaining employee salary adjustments
• Ordinance 2023-09A amending Ordinance 2004-18 for a cooperative agreement
• Liquor license application for Green Drive Thru LLC at 2255 Greensburg Rd
• Resolution 2023-R44 approving the final plat and performance bond for Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase IV
• Resolution 2023-R36 regarding the Clemans Nelson & Associates compensation plan

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review a site plan for 23-43 Woodspring Suites on Jarvis Road. The board will also review signage plans for 23-45 The Ramp ID Sign located at 3719 S. Main Street.

• Site Plan Review: 23-43 Woodspring Suites, Jarvis Road
• Signage Review: 23-45 The Ramp ID Sign, 3719 S. Main Street
• Approval of the September 6, 2023 Meeting Minutes

Committee Meetings

The City of Green committees are meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including final readings of resolutions for salary adjustments and a new compensation plan for non-bargaining employees, an amended appropriations resolution, and a rezoning request. A public hearing is scheduled for the recodification of ordinances. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and committee business.

• Third reading of 2023-R37: resolution authorizing salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees and adopting updated pay grade structure
• Third reading of 2023-R41AA: resolution modifying appropriations, authorizing transfer and return advance
• Third reading of 2023-09A: ordinance amending cooperative agreement (Ordinance 2004-18)
• 2023-08: rezoning of 7.04 acres at 1134 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road from R-1 to B-3 (public hearing held)
• Second reading of 2023-11: ordinance to increase competitive bidding threshold for capital projects

City Council

The City Council is considering several legislative items, including a public hearing for the recodification of city ordinances. Discussions also include proposed salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees and zoning changes for property on E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road.

• Public hearing for 2023 ordinance recodification and editing
• Resolution for Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase IV final plat and performance bond
• Salary adjustments and new pay grade structure for non-bargaining employees
• Zoning change for 1134 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road from R-1 to B-3
• Increase of competitive bidding threshold for capital improvement projects

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss a certificate of appropriateness for the E. Liberty Schoolhouse and review a well house rehabilitation project at the Levi J. Hartong Farmstead. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Greensburg Cemetery.

• Certificate of Appropriateness 23-03 for E. Liberty Schoolhouse
• Well House Rehabilitation Project at Levi J. Hartong Farmstead
• Greensburg Cemetery discussion
• Lichtenwalter Schoolhouse ADA Recommendations Report
• Southgate Farm Final Report

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider requests for a parking setback variance at Green Local Schools and an accessory structure placement at 5584 Deer Pines Dr. Additionally, the Board will review unfinished business regarding a fence installation at 416 Amberley Dr.

• Parking setback variance for 26 spaces at 2300 Graybill Rd.
• Detached garage placement variance for 5584 Deer Pines Dr.
• Fence installation variance for 416 Amberley Dr.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review site plans for a collision center addition and a facility at Aultman Avenue. The meeting also includes a signage review for Town Park Blvd and the approval of August minutes.

• Site plan review for Collision Center Addition at 3663 Massillon Road
• Signage review for Direction Home ID Sign at 1949 Town Park Blvd
• Site plan review for SRP Goodman Facility at 5180 Aultman Avenue
• Approval of the August 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Committee Meetings

The Finance Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding employee salary adjustments, tax levies, and property tax advances. Other committees are discussing a rezoning for land on E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road and federal funding for road intersection improvements.

• Rezoning of 7.04 acres at 1134 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road from R-1 to B-3
• Salary adjustments and a new pay grade structure for non-bargaining employees
• Acceptance of tax amounts and rates determined by the Budget Commission
• Request for Summit County Fiscal Officer to advance 2024 property taxes
• Federal congestion mitigation funds for Graybill/Massillon Road intersection improvements

The council voted 6‑0 to approve the August 22, 2023 Committee meeting minutes. A motion to enter executive session to discuss the Clerk of Council compensation was approved unanimously, followed by a unanimous motion to adjourn the executive session and resume the committee meeting. The committee also agreed to a first‑reading passage for a litigation agreement with Roetzel & Andress, to be adopted at the regular meeting, and scheduled a public hearing for the recodification ordinance on September 26, 2023.

• Approved August 22, 2023 Committee meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Moved into executive session to discuss Clerk of Council compensation (unanimous)
• Adjourned executive session and resumed committee meetings (unanimous)
• First‑reading passage requested for litigation agreement with Roetzel & Andress (committee in favor, will move to adopt)
• Public hearing scheduled for recodification ordinance on Sep 26, 2023

City Council

Council will hold a public hearing regarding rezoning 7.04 acres at 1134 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road from residential to business use. Other items include salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees and increasing the competitive bidding threshold for city projects.

• Public hearing for rezoning 7.04 acres at 1134 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road
• Salary adjustments and new pay structure for non-bargaining employees
• Increasing the competitive bidding threshold for capital improvement projects
• Applying for federal funds for Graybill/Massillon Road intersection improvements
• Agreement with Roetzel & Andress for professional litigation matters

The City Council approved the August 22, 2023 meeting minutes and the July 2023 electronic financial report, both unanimously. It adopted multiple resolutions authorizing the mayor to engage legal counsel, accept tax rates, advance property tax funds, and modify appropriations, each passing 7‑0. The council also approved a resolution allowing the mayor to apply for federal congestion‑mitigation/air‑quality grant funds, which passed 5‑2.

• Approved August 22, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)
• Approved July 2023 Electronic Financial Report, subject to audit (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R43 authorizing mayor to engage Roetzel & Andress for litigation (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R39 accepting tax amounts and rates for CY2024 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R40 advancing property tax funds for 2024 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R41AA modifying appropriations and authorizing transfers (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R34 allowing mayor to apply for federal congestion‑mitigation/air‑quality grant (5-2)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review a sign for Direction Home at 1949 Town Park Blvd. and a site plan for SRP Goodman on Aultman Avenue. The board will also revisit the Collision Center Addition at 3663 Massillon Road.

• Signage review for Direction Home ID Sign at 1949 Town Park Blvd.
• Site plan review for SRP Goodman on Aultman Avenue
• Unfinished business: Collision Center Addition at 3663 Massillon Road

Committee Meetings

City of Green committees will review several legislative items including zoning changes and grant applications. The agenda includes discussions on an economic development plan for the Spring Hill Incentive District and tax exemptions for airport-related construction. Committees will also consider funding for park trails, fire division bonuses, and road repairs.

• Rezoning 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive from industrial to residential
• Economic development plan for the Spring Hill Incentive District
• Agreement with Castle Aviation for an 80,000 square foot hangar
• Applying for funds for Willadale Trail construction in Boettler/Southgate Park
• Contract award for 2023 miscellaneous concrete repairs

Various committees reviewed and recommended the first, second, or third reading passage of several resolutions and ordinances. These include safety grants for truck wash systems and fire department bonuses, a trail construction grant, and multiple economic development incentives. No final votes were taken; items will move to the regular meeting for adoption.

• Approved August 8, 2023 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Recommended 1st reading for OBWC Safety Intervention Grant for truck bay wash system
• Recommended 1st reading for ARPA First Responder Retention Incentive Grant ($4,000 bonuses)
• Recommended 2nd reading for Clean Ohio Green Space grant for Willadale Trail
• Recommended adoption of rezoning 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive from I-1 to R-1
• Recommended adoption of Spring Hill Incentive District economic development plan and TIF
• Recommended adoption of CRA agreement and TIF for Castle Aviation aircraft hangar
• Recommended adoption of contract to Joseph A Jeffries Co. Inc. for concrete repairs

City Council

The council will consider new legislation regarding compensation plans and salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for properties on Bonna Drive and E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road. Additionally, members will review applications for various infrastructure and safety grants.

• New pay grade structure and compensation plan for non-bargaining employees
• Rezoning 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive from industrial to residential
• Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Castle Aviation for a new aircraft hangar
• Safety grant application for a truck bay wash system
• Contract award for the 2023 miscellaneous concrete repairs project

City Council approved the rezoning of 36.1 acres on Bonna Drive from industrial to single-family residential. The council also approved several economic development plans and grants for public safety and infrastructure.

• Approved rezoning of 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive from I-1 to R-1 (7-0)
• Approved 2023-R38 for Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation grant for truck bay wash system (7-0)
• Approved 2023-R42 for ARPA first responder retention bonuses for Fire Division (7-0)
• Approved 2023-R35 for Clean Ohio Green Space funds for Willadale Trail (7-0)
• Approved 2023-R30 economic development plan for Spring Hill Incentive District (7-0)
• Approved 2023-R31 CRA agreement with Castle Aviation for aircraft hangar (7-0)
• Approved 2023-06 creating a Tax Increment Financing Incentive District (7-0)
• Approved 2023-07 tax exemption for Castle Aviation improvements (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four applications for property variances. These requests involve changes to fencing, swimming pool placement, and garage size.

• Variance for a swimming pool and 4’ fencing at 1123 Ashwood Rd.
• Variance for 4’ fencing at 416 Amberley Dr.
• Variance for a 24’ by 36’ detached garage at 4287 S. Arlington Rd.
• Variance for 4’ fencing at 3168 Reston Dr.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will conduct a site plan review for the Sheetz rebuild at 1651 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road. It will also perform a final plat review for 81 lots in Forest Lakes Phase 4 on Tabs Drive. The meeting includes approval of the July 19, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Site plan review for Sheetz rebuild at 1651 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road
• Final plat review for 81 lots in Forest Lakes Phase 4 on Tabs Drive
• Approval of July 19, 2003 meeting minutes

Committee Meetings

City committees will review several legislative items including a zoning change for Bonna Drive and an economic development plan for Spring Hill. Other discussions involve park conservation funds and aviation-related agreements at the Akron-Canton Airport.

• Public hearing for rezoning 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive from industrial to single family residential
• Resolution for Willadale Trail design and construction via Clean Ohio Green Space Conservation Program funds
• Economic development plan for the Spring Hill Incentive District
• Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Castle Aviation for an 80,000 square foot aircraft hangar at 4919 Mt. Pleasant Street
• Contract award to Joseph A. Jeffries Co. Inc. for 2023 miscellaneous concrete repairs

The committee meetings primarily served as a review session for several pending resolutions and ordinances. No substantive legislation was voted on during these sessions; items discussed will be moved to the regular meeting for final action.

• Approved July 11, 2023 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive from industrial to single-family residential. The meeting also includes reviews of applications for federal transportation and green space funds.

• Public hearing for rezoning 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive
• Resolution to apply for federal funds for Graybill/Massillon Road improvements
• Resolution to apply for Clean Ohio Green Space funds for Willadale Trail
• Economic development plan for the Spring Hill Incentive District
• Concrete repair contract award to Joseph A Jeffries Co. Inc.

Council approved the July 11, 2023 meeting minutes and the June 2023 electronic financial report. A public hearing was held regarding a rezoning request for Bonna Drive, though no vote was taken. Several new resolutions and ordinances were introduced for first and second readings.

• Approved July 11, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Approved June 2023 Electronic Financial Report, subject to audit (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct site plan reviews for two commercial projects. These include a rebuild of the Sheetz location on E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road and an addition to a collision center on Massillon Road.

• Site Plan Review: 1651 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road (Sheetz Rebuild)
• Site Plan Review: 3663 Massillon Road (Collision Center Addition)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several requests for property variances in Green. These include adjustments to lot coverage, fence heights, and building setbacks for various residential properties.

• Variance for a 30’x40’ metal barn at 4510 Max Rd.
• Variance for an 8.5’ wall at 153 W. Glenridge Rd.
• Height variance for a detached garage at 5026 Massillon Rd.
• Variance for an 8’ fence at 4163 Belleau Woods Cir.
• Multiple setback and driveway access variances for 3850 Talent Dr.

The Board approved variances for a retaining wall, a garage height increase, and a garage size overage. A request for a variance to build a metal barn was denied.

• Denied variance for 30’x40’ metal barn at 4510 Max Rd (2-1)
• Approved variance for 8.5’ retaining wall at 153 W. Glenridge Rd (3-0)
• Approved 3’ height variance for detached garage at 5026 Massillon Rd (3-0)
• Approved variance for 30’x40’ detached garage at 1160 Kingston Rd (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review signage for VC Station ID at 1541 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road. Members will also consider site plans for Green Elementary School and Green Middle School, as well as a rezoning request for 1134 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road.

• Signage review for VC Station ID at 1541 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road
• Site plan review for Green Elementary School at 2250 Graybill Road
• Site plan review for Green Middle School at 1711 Steese Road
• Rezoning request from R-1 to B-3 at 1134 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road

Committee Meetings

The Planning, Community and Economic Development Committee is reviewing several ordinances including a new zoning fee schedule and land transfers. The Finance Committee will consider premium pay for Fire Division workers through the Ohio Ambulance Transportation Program. The Public Safety Committee will review a new liquor license application for Industry Group LLC.

• First reading of Spring Hill Incentive District ordinance
• Third reading of Lakes of Green Transfer resolution
• Third reading of Liberty Green Storage (Phase II) tax exemption ordinance
• Third reading of new Zoning Division fee schedule
• Third reading of rezoning 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive to R-1 residential

The Planning, Community and Economic Development Committee held a public hearing for a new tax increment financing (TIF) district. Several other ordinances and resolutions were reviewed for future motions at a regular meeting. The Finance Committee discussed a grant for fire division premium pay.

• Approved June 27, 2023 Committee Meeting Minutes (6-1)
• Held public hearing on Ordinance 2023-06 (Spring Hill TIF Incentive District)
• Reviewed Resolution 2023-R27 for land transfer to Lakes of Green HOA (motion pending)
• Reviewed Ordinance 2023-03 for Liberty Green Storage Phase II TIF (motion pending)
• Reviewed Ordinance 2023-04 to update zoning division fee schedule (motion pending)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 2023-05 (Bonna Drive rezoning) for August 8, 2023
• Requested first reading passage for Resolution 2023-R32 regarding ambulance transportation funds (motion pending)
• Determined no hearing is needed for Industry Group LLC liquor license request

City Council

The council will consider new legislation for an aircraft hangar at Akron-Canton Airport and a concrete repair contract. Members will also review economic development plans for the Spring Hill Incentive District and a rezoning request for Bonna Drive.

• Contract award to Joseph A Jeffries Co. Inc. for miscellaneous concrete repairs
• Economic development plan and TIF ordinance for Spring Hill Incentive District
• CRA agreement with Castle Aviation for an 80,000 square foot aircraft hangar
• Rezoning of 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive from industrial to residential
• New liquor license application for Industry Group LLC on S. Arlington Road

City Council adopted a new zoning division fee schedule and authorized the transfer of land parcels to the Lakes of Green Homeowners Association. The council also approved a tax exemption for Liberty Green Storage (Phase II) and funds for fire division premium pay.

• Approved 2023-R32 to apply for Ohio Ambulance Transportation Program funds for fire division premium pay (6-0)
• Approved 2023-R27 to transfer land parcels to Lakes of Green Homeowners Association (6-0)
• Approved 2023-03 to exempt 100% of improvements for Liberty Green Storage (Phase II) from real property taxation for 30 years (6-0)
• Approved 2023-04 to adopt a new zoning division fee schedule (6-0)
• Decided not to request a hearing for Industry Group LLC new liquor license at 3492 S. Arlington Road (6-0)
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review a sign proposal for VC Station at 1541 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road. The board will also conduct site plan reviews for Green Elementary School on Graybill Road and Green Middle School on Steese Road.

• Signage review for VC Station ID Sign at 1541 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road
• Site plan review for Green Elementary School at 2250 Graybill Road
• Site plan review for Green Middle School at 1711 Steese Road

Committee Meetings

City committees will review several items including land use changes, zoning fees, and municipal contracts. The agenda includes a rezoning request for Bonna Drive and updates to the zoning fee schedule.

• Rezoning of 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive from industrial to residential
• Contract award to Todd’s Enviroscapes, LLC for Greensburg Park ballfield improvements
• Adoption of a new zoning division fee schedule
• Approval of final plat and performance bond for Spring Hill Phase V
• Contract award to Aero-Mark Company LLC for the 2023 pavement marking project

Committees reviewed several resolutions and ordinances, including a contract for Greensburg Park ballfield improvements and a new zoning fee schedule. Most items were moved forward for adoption or further action at a regular meeting. The June 13, 2023 committee minutes were approved (5-0, with 2 abstentions).

• Approved June 13, 2023 Committee Minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Moved 2023-R24AA appropriation modification to regular meeting for adoption
• Moved 2023-R28 Greensburg Park ballfield contract to regular meeting for adoption
• Moved 2023-R26 Spring Hill Phase V final plat to regular meeting for adoption
• Moved 2023-R27 Lakes of Green land transfer to regular meeting
• Moved 2023-03 Liberty Green Storage Phase II TIF to regular meeting
• Moved 2023-04 Zoning Division Fee Schedule to regular meeting
• Scheduled public hearing for 2023-05 Bonna Drive rezoning for August 8, 2023

City Council

The Green City Council is voting on final plats for Spring Hill Phase V and appropriation modifications. The council is also reviewing a rezoning request for 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive. Additionally, new contracts for park improvements and pavement marking are up for consideration.

• Rezoning 36.1 acres at 2430 Bonna Drive from industrial to residential
• Contract award to Todd’s Enviroscapes, LLC for Greensburg Park ballfield improvements
• Approval of final plat and performance bond for Spring Hill Phase V
• Adoption of a new zoning division fee schedule
• Contract award to Aero-Mark Company LLC for 2023 pavement marking

City Council approved several contracts for park and road improvements, including a project for Greensburg Park ballfields. The council also approved a financial report and a final plat for Spring Hill Phase V. Several zoning and land transfer items were granted additional time for review.

• Approved contract to Todd’s Enviroscapes, LLC for Greensburg Park ballfield improvements (7-0)
• Approved contract to Aero-Mark Company LLC for 2023 pavement marking project (7-0)
• Approved final plat and performance bond for Spring Hill Phase V (7-0)
• Approved May 2023 Electronic Financial Report, subject to audit (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R24AA modifying appropriations (7-0)
• Approved June 13, 2023 Council Minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Granted additional time for review on Lakes of Green land transfer, Liberty Green Storage tax exemption, and zoning fee schedule
• Scheduled public hearing for Bonna Drive rezoning for August 8, 2023

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests regarding residential setbacks and commercial signage. One request for a detached garage height variance was tabled.

• Approved 3.5’ and 2’ rear setback variances for 3427 and 3429 Bushwillow Dr. (4-0)
• Approved 2’ height and 8 sq ft size variances for a directional sign at 5555 Massillon Rd. (4-0)
• Tabled accessory structure height variance for 5177-5179 Mayfair Rd.
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0, 2 abstentions)

Committee Meetings

The committee meetings primarily served to review legislation for upcoming regular meetings. The only formal action taken was the approval of the May 23, 2023, committee meeting minutes.

• Approved May 23, 2023 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0)

City Council

City Council authorized the issuance of bonds to improve community learning centers in cooperation with the Green Local School District. The council also approved a contract for an ADA assessment of city parks. Several other legislative items regarding zoning and contracts were introduced or tabled.

• Approved issuance of up to $14.9M in bonds for community learning centers (5-0)
• Approved contract for Skulski Consulting LLC to perform ADA assessment of parks (5-0)
• Approved May 23, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Student Municipal Representative Senior Video (5-0)
• Tabled resolution for 2nd Qtr May 2023 appropriations
• Tabled final plat and performance bond for Spring Hill Phase V
• Tabled Aero-Mark Company LLC pavement marking contract due to quorum

City Council

City Council approved a resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for Natureworks Program funding from the State of Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The funds are intended for the construction of an accessible recreation field at Kleckner Park. Council also approved previous meeting minutes and a financial report.

• Approved resolution to apply for Natureworks grant for Kleckner Park accessible field (6-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 2023 Electronic Financial Report, subject to audit (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board approved variance requests for a swimming pool, a covered deck, and an inground pool. One request for a garage height variance was tabled. The Board also approved the meeting minutes from April 20, 2023.

• Approved accessory use variance for swimming pool at 5335 Arlington Rd. (3-0)
• Approved 5’ rear setback variance for covered deck at 4418 Folkstone Cir. (3-0)
• Approved 6’ rear setback variance for inground pool at 61 Ibis Dr. (3-0)
• Tabled accessory structure height variance for garage at 5177-5179 Mayfair Rd. until June 15, 2023
• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes as submitted

Committee Meetings

The committee approved the minutes from the April 25, 2023 meeting. Several legislative items regarding a hazardous materials grant, rezoning on E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road, and the Jacobs Ridge development were discussed and will be voted on at a regular meeting.

• Approved April 25, 2023 Committee Meeting Minutes (6-0)

City Council

City Council approved a zoning change for land on E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road and authorized a grant application for fire department hazardous materials training. The council also approved the final plat for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phase II.

• Approved rezoning of ~7.0 acres at 1364, 1356, 1336, & 1320 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road from R-1 to I-1 (6-0)
• Approved resolution to apply for a PUCO hazardous materials training grant for fire department personnel (6-0)
• Approved final plat and performance bond for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phase II (6-0)
• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct a signage review for Ragon Chiropractic located at 3661 S. Arlington Road. The board will examine the sign's site plan, rendering, and landscape plan.

• Signage review for Ragon Chiropractic (3661 S. Arlington Road)
• Approval of April 5, 2023 meeting minutes

Committee Meetings

Green City Committee meetings will review several items, including a hazardous materials training grant and development approvals. A public hearing is scheduled for the rezoning of land on E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road.

• Rezoning 7.0 acres at 1364-1320 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road from R-1 to I-1
• Resolution for a hazardous materials training grant for fire department personnel
• Agreement with Oriana House, Inc. regarding Community Correctional Services
• Final plat and performance bond approval for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phase II

The council approved the minutes from the April 11, 2023, committee meeting. Other legislative items regarding a hazmat grant, correctional services, rezoning, and a development plat were discussed or read for second and third readings, with final actions deferred to the regular meeting.

• Approved April 11, 2023 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change for land on E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road. Other items include resolutions for fire department training grants and community correctional services agreements.

• Public hearing for rezoning 7.0 acres at 1364, 1356, 1336, & 1320 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road from R-1 to I-1
• Resolution 2023-R19 regarding a hazardous materials training grant for fire department personnel
• Resolution 2023-R21 authorizing an agreement with Oriana House, Inc.
• Resolution 2023-R20 approving the final plat and performance bond for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phase II

Council approved a resolution to provide community correctional services with Oriana House, Inc. A public hearing was held regarding a rezoning request on E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road, but no final decision was made on that item.

• Approved agreement with Oriana House, Inc. for community correctional services (7-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)
• Approved March 2023 Electronic Financial Report, subject to audit (7-0)
• Scheduled summer recess for July 25, 2023

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved four separate variance requests for residential and commercial properties. These approvals include setbacks for a garage and deck, fence height increases, and the installation of a pool and pavilion in a front yard.

• Approved variances for detached garage setback and side yard placement at 829 Lancelot Ln. (5-0)
• Approved variances for 6’ fencing along Winning Way frontage at 3066 Greensburg Rd. (5-0)
• Approved variances for in-ground pool, pavilion, 4.5’ front yard fencing, and a sun shade/screen at 4882 Mayfair Rd. (5-0)
• Approved 10.5’ rear setback variance for an attached deck at 392 Amberley Dr. (5-0)
• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several land use applications, including a signage review at 2551 Raber Road and a site plan for an aviation hangar. The commission will also consider a lot split on Massillon Road and a final plat for 31 lots in Stoney Creek Estates Phase 4.

• Final plat for 31 lots at Stoney Creek Estates Phase 4
• Signage review for J&K’s Akron Medina Trucks & Parts at 2551 Raber Road
• Site plan review for Castle Aviation Hangar 2 at Akron Canton Airport/Mt. Pleasant Rd.
• Minor subdivision variance for a lot split at 2911 Massillon Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission granted conditional approval for a business sign and a new aviation hangar. A residential subdivision plat was favorably recommended to City Council, while one lot split request was tabled.

• Conditionally approved J&K’s Akron Medina Trucks & Parts signage at 2551 Raber Road (5-0)
• Favorable recommendation to City Council for Stoney Creek Estates Phase 4 final plat (4-0)
• Conditionally approved Castle Aviation Hangar 2 site plan (5-0)
• Tabled Karam Lot Split at 2911 Massillon Road (5-0)
• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several new legislative items including a hazardous materials training grant and a development bond. The meeting also includes third readings for asphalt and resurfacing contracts.

• Rezoning 7.0 acres at 1364, 1356, 1336, & 1320 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road to General Industrial
• Resolution for hazardous materials training grant from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio
• Approval of final plat and performance bond for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phase II
• Agreement with Oriana House, Inc. for Community Correctional Services
• Contract award to Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for the Raber Road multi-use path

City Council approved contracts for a multi-use path on Raber Road and a city-wide resurfacing project. Three new resolutions regarding a fire department grant, a planned development plat, and correctional services were introduced on first reading.

• Approved contract to Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for Raber Road multi-use path (3-2)
• Approved contract to Barbicas Construction Co., Inc. for 2023 resurfacing project (5-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Introduced Resolution 2023-R19 for hazardous materials training grant
• Introduced Resolution 2023-R20 for Jacobs Ridge Planned Development Phase II final plat and bond
• Introduced Resolution 2023-R21 for agreement with Oriana House, Inc. for community correctional services

Committee Meetings

Council approved the minutes from the March 28, 2023, committee meeting. Other items, including road contracts and rezoning, were reviewed for future action at a regular meeting. Several committees did not meet.

• Approved March 28, 2023 Committee Meeting Minutes (4-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board issued favorable recommendations for a new hangar at the Akron Canton Airport and signage for J&K’s Akron Medina Trucks & Parts. Both approvals included specific conditions regarding materials, site plans, and landscaping.

• Favorably recommended J&K’s Akron Medina Trucks & Parts signage at 2251 Raber Road with conditions for material details, survey, and landscape plan (6-0)
• Favorably recommended Castle Aviation Hangar 2 at Akron Canton Airport with a masonry design exception and parking signage/wheel stop additions (6-0)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

Council approved the purchase of property at 4851 Massillon Road for Greensburg Park expansion and authorized a grant for the Willadale Trail project. Several resolutions were passed to accept grants for firefighting equipment, fall prevention, and energy community funds. The council also approved a contract for Green Auto Mile marketing services.

• Approved real estate purchase of 4851 Massillon Road for Greensburg Park expansion (6-0)
• Approved Willadale Trail - Boettler/Southgate Connector project grant (5-1)
• Approved contract with Triad for Green Auto Mile marketing services (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of FY2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant for heavy rescue vehicle (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of Summit County Combined General Health District grant for fall prevention equipment (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council 2023 Energized Community Grant (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of OneOhio subdivision settlement agreement for opioid settlements (6-0)
• Approved request for ODOT to declare speed limits on Massillon Road between Boettler and Steese Roads (6-0)

Committee Meetings

Committees reviewed and moved several resolutions toward adoption at a regular meeting, including opioid settlement agreements, road resurfacing, and park expansions. No final votes on legislation were taken during the session, though the March 14 meeting minutes were approved (4-0, 2 abstentions).

• Approved March 14, 2023 Committee Meeting Minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Advanced 2023-R09AA (appropriation modifications) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2023-R11 (Green Auto Mile marketing contract) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2023-R12 (Greensburg Park expansion purchase) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2023-R13 (Firefighter grant for heavy rescue vehicle) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2023-R14 (Fall prevention equipment grant) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2023-R18 (Opioid settlement agreement) to regular meeting
• Advanced 2023-R10 (Massillon Road speed limit change to 30mph) to regular meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board approved height variances for a privacy fence at 2081 Hawthorn Ct. and adopted changes to the Board of Zoning Appeals Rules. A variance request for a deck at 392 Amberley Dr. was tabled due to the absence of the applicant.

• Elected Robert Incorvati as Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Sherry Neubert as Vice Chairman (4-0)
• Approved changes to the Board of Zoning Appeals Rules (5-0)
• Approved 3' and 1' height variances for fencing at 2081 Hawthorn Ct. (5-0)
• Tabled variance request for attached deck at 392 Amberley Dr. (5-0)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

City Council adopted resolutions to create a seasonal student service worker position and update pay ranges for student internships and co-ops. Council also approved an amended conceptual site plan for the Forest Lakes subdivision. Other items including financial statements and previous minutes were approved.

• Approved February 28, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Approved February 2023 Electronic Financial Statement, subject to audit (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R04 amending Forest Lakes subdivision conceptual site plan (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R05 creating seasonal Student Service Worker position (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R06 updating pay ranges for student internships, engineering co-ops, and vocational students (4-0)

Committee Meetings

The committee approved the February 28, 2023 meeting minutes. Several resolutions regarding park expansion, fire equipment grants, and speed limits were discussed but could not be voted on due to a lack of quorum. Other items were moved to the regular meeting for adoption.

• Approved February 28, 2023 Committee Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Tabled real estate purchase of 4851 Massillon Road for Greensburg Park expansion due to quorum
• Tabled acceptance of $700,000+ AFG grant for Heavy Rescue vehicle due to quorum
• Deferred resolution for 35 mph speed limit on Massillon Road to regular meeting
• Deferred resolution for Green Auto Mile marketing contract to regular meeting
• Deferred appropriation modifications (2023-R09AA) to regular meeting
• Moved creation of seasonal Student Service Worker position to regular meeting for adoption
• Moved update of pay ranges for student internships and co-ops to regular meeting for adoption

Design Review Board

The Board issued favorable recommendations for a new First Watch restaurant, a duplex at 4721 Provens Drive, and signage for Fresh Food Deli. Additionally, the Board amended its Rules & Procedures to change Council appointment terms to three years.

• Favorably recommended First Watch site plan at 3926 Massillon Road with conditions on materials and landscaping (5-0)
• Favorably recommended McMullen Duplex at 4721 Provens Drive (5-0)
• Favorably recommended Fresh Food Deli signage at 5 E. Caston Road with staff comments and maintenance requirements (5-0)
• Approved amended Rules & Procedures changing Council appointment terms to 3 years (5-0)
• Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

Council adopted resolutions to recognize Inclusion Day and authorize agreements for legal defenders and the sale of unneeded equipment. A new liquor license for Hyde Out was approved, and several other legislative items were introduced or moved to second reading.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-R08 recognizing March 6 as Inclusion Day (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R02 approving agreement with Summit County Public Defender’s Commission (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R07A authorizing disposal of unneeded equipment via sale or auction (6-0)
• Approved new liquor license for TT 110803 Inc DBA Hyde Out (6-0)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Committee Meetings

Various city committees will meet to discuss several proposed resolutions. Topics include a grant for the Willadale Trail and an amended site plan for Forest Lakes Subdivision. The Finance Committee will also hold an executive session regarding a real estate purchase.

• Grant agreement for the Willadale Trail - Boettler/Southgate Connector Project
• Amended conceptual site plan for Forest Lakes Subdivision
• New liquor license application for Hyde Out at 1840 Town Park Blvd Suite L
• Creation of a temporary Student Service Worker position
• Agreement with the Summit County Public Defender’s Commission

Committees reviewed several resolutions including a new seasonal student worker position and a routine agreement with the Summit County Public Defender’s Commission. A proposed $500,000 grant for the Willadale Trail project faced resident concerns regarding property buffering and safety. Most items were moved forward for final action at the regular meeting.

• Approved January 10, 2023 Committee Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Proposed creation of seasonal Student Service Worker position for 16-17 year olds
• Proposed update to pay ranges for student internships and engineering co-ops
• Proposed $7,000 agreement with Summit County Public Defender’s Commission
• Proposed resolution to dispose of unneeded city equipment and property via sale
• Proposed amendment to Forest Lakes subdivision conceptual site plan
• Reviewed new liquor license request for Hyde Out (1840 Town Park Blvd Suite L)

City Council

The council will consider several new resolutions, including a grant agreement for the Willadale Trail project and updates to student employment roles. Additionally, public hearings are scheduled for multiple agricultural permit applications.

• Amending the Forest Lakes Subdivision conceptual site plan
• Grant agreement for the Willadale Trail - Boettler/Southgate Connector Project
• Creation of a seasonal Student Service Worker position
• Public hearings for seven agricultural permit applications
• Agreement with the Summit County Public Defender’s Commission

Council approved seven agricultural permits to maintain green space. The board also approved the appointment of Curtis Deibel as an alternate to the Design Review Board and passed several financial reports.

• Approved 7 agricultural permits (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Curtis Deibel as Design Review Board alternate (6-0)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved January 26, 2023 State of the City meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved January 2023 Electronic Financial Report (6-0)
• Approved December 2022 Electronic Financial Report (6-0)

City Council

The Green City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a State of the City presentation by Mayor Neugebauer titled "INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE". No other legislative items or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• State of the City Presentation: "INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE"

The City Council met for the State of the City presentation. Mayor Gerard Neugebauer delivered an address titled "INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE." No legislative actions or votes were recorded.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two variance requests. These include a request regarding self-storage building orientation on Liberty Green Drive and a proposal for approximately 81 cluster homes and townhomes.

• Variance for self-storage building orientation at 750 Liberty Green Dr.
• Proposed 81-unit development of cluster homes and townhomes at 1296 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd.
• Lot size and lot width variances for the K. Hovnanian Homes project

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a self-storage building orientation and three variances for a townhome development. The board also approved the December 15, 2022 meeting minutes. Elections for Chairman and Vice Chairman and the adoption of meeting rules were tabled.

• Approved variance for self-storage building orientation at 750 Liberty Green Dr. (3-0)
• Approved three variances for lot size and width for townhomes at 1296 Turkeyfoot Lake Rd. (3-0)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled election of Chairman
• Tabled election of Vice Chairman
• Tabled adoption of meeting rules

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The commission will also conduct a site plan review for a hangar at West Airport Drive and a signage review for Boettler Road.

• Site plan review for Stark Airways Hangar at West Airport Drive
• Signage review for Jacobs Ridge ID Signage on Boettler Road
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a 56,000 square foot airport hangar and entryway signage for the Jacobs Ridge development. The commission also elected its 2023 leadership and adopted its rules and procedures.

• Elected Nora Anderson as 2023 Chair (All in favor)
• Elected Brent Kuwatch as 2023 Vice Chair (All in favor)
• Adopted Rules & Procedures (All in favor)
• Conditionally approved Stark Airways Hangar site plan at West Airport Drive (5-0)
• Approved Jacobs Ridge ID Signage at Boettler Road contingent upon fencing being staked (5-0)
• Approved December 21, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Committee Meetings

Various city committees will discuss several legislative items, including annual capital funding and grant applications for firefighting equipment. The agenda also includes discussions on land acquisition for an access road and a new labor agreement with IAFF Local 2964.

• 2023 Annual Capital Appropriations resolution
• Land acquisition for an access road on East Turkeyfoot Lake Road
• DHS grants for firefighting helmets and communications systems
• Contract with Kleinfelder, Inc. to update the City Comprehensive Plan
• Ratification of a three-year labor agreement with IAFF Local 2964

Various committees reviewed and recommended for adoption a comprehensive plan update contract, a firefighters' union agreement, and federal grants for safety equipment. The Finance Committee also reviewed amended capital appropriations and land acquisition for an access road. No final votes were taken as items were moved to the regular meeting for adoption.

• Approved December 13, 2022 Committee Meeting Minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Recommended adoption of 2023 Annual Capital Appropriations (2022-R63)
• Recommended adoption of land acquisition for East Turkeyfoot Lake Road access road (2022-20)
• Recommended adoption of AFG grant for firefighting helmets (2022-R70)
• Recommended adoption of AFG grant for Firecom communications system (2022-R71)
• Recommended adoption of $88,000 contract with Kleinfelder, Inc. for Comprehensive Plan update (2022-R72)
• Recommended adoption of Design Review Board appointment amendments (2022-21A)
• Recommended first reading passage of three-year IAFF Local 2964 labor agreement (2023-R01)

City Council

The Green City Council is reviewing a three-year labor agreement with IAFF Local 2964. The council is also considering the 2023 annual capital appropriations and land acquisition for an access road near East Turkeyfoot Lake Road.

• Three-year labor agreement with IAFF Local 2964
• 2023 annual capital appropriations
• Land acquisition for an access road on East Turkeyfoot Lake Road
• Grant applications for firefighting helmets and communications systems
• Contract with Kleinfelder, Inc. to update the Comprehensive Plan

Council adopted the 2023 annual capital appropriations and a three-year labor agreement with the IAFF firefighters union. They also approved land acquisition for an access road on East Turkeyfoot Lake Road and authorized two federal grants for firefighting equipment.

• Approved 2023 annual capital appropriations (7-0)
• Ratified three-year labor agreement with IAFF Local 2964 (7-0)
• Approved land acquisition for East Turkeyfoot Lake Road access road (5-2)
• Approved grant application for structural firefighting helmets (7-0)
• Approved grant application for Firecom communications system (7-0)
• Approved contract with Kleinfelder, Inc. to update Comprehensive Plan (7-0)
• Amended Design Review Board term length and appointment method (7-0)
• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct an organizational meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also review site plans for a hangar at West Airport Drive and signage for Jacobs Ridge on Boettler Road.

• Site plan review for Stark Airways Hangar at West Airport Drive
• Signage review for Jacobs Ridge on Boettler Road
• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair

The Board elected its 2023 leadership and adopted rules of procedure. It issued favorable recommendations for a new airport hangar and entryway signage for the Jacobs Ridge subdivision.

• Elected John Dodovich as 2023 Chair (unanimous)
• Elected M. Glassner as 2023 Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved and adopted Rules & Procedures (unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Favorably recommended 56,000 sq ft Stark Airways Hangar on West Airport Drive, contingent on 6 staff recommendations (5-0)
• Favorably recommended Jacobs Ridge subdivision entryway signs and landscape plan on Boettler Road (5-0)

City Council

This is an organizational meeting for the Green City Council. The council will conduct elections for its President and Vice President and adopt council rules.

• Election of President of Council
• Election of Vice President of Council
• Adoption of Council Rules

City Council held an organizational meeting to establish leadership and operating rules for the year. The council elected its President and Vice President and adopted the Council Rules of Procedures.

• Elected Clark DeVitis as President (7-0)
• Elected CJ Meager as Vice President (7-0)
• Adopted the Council Rules of Procedures (7-0)