Hudson public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will meet for a workshop and regular meeting to address several legislative items. Key topics include emergency asphalt repairs on West Streetsboro Street, utility easements with the school district, and updates to the Job Creation Grant Program.

• Emergency road repairs on West Streetsboro Street following a water main break
• Easement agreements with Hudson City School District for 77 N. Oviatt Street
• Adaptive Traffic Signal Project involving 15 intersections on SR 91 and SR 303
• Agreement with Summit County Public Defender’s Commission for 2024
• Amendments to the Job Creation Grant Program guidelines

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing applications for new construction, demolitions, and accessory structures. Key items include a new clubhouse at Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course and proposed demolitions on Barlow Road and Stone Road.

• New clubhouse construction at 1101 Barlow Road
• Demolition of a 1,200sqft barn at 1221 Barlow Road
• Demolition of a single-family dwelling and garage at 6598 Stone Road
• Construction of a 1,156sqft detached garage at 30 John Clark Lane
• Alterations and additions at 37 E. Main Street

City Council

The City Council will review a public hearing regarding residential density regulations and several consent agenda items. The meeting includes discussions on municipal pay adjustments, utility service agreements, and various infrastructure resolutions.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 23-84 regarding Land Development Code residential blending
• Ordinance 23-159 authorizing a 1.03 factor annual salary adjustment for non-bargaining unit employees
• Resolution 23-164 increasing the W. Case Drive water main replacement project cost to $800,000
• Resolution 23-163 regarding leaf disposal contract with Kurtz Brothers, Inc.
• Resolution 23-166 establishing a 12-month moratorium on marijuana-related activity applications

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several land use requests. These include a building conversion to a bank, a shared driveway for two homes, and a clubhouse for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club. The commission will also consider text amendments to the Land Development Code.

• Conditional Use request to convert 69 W. Streetsboro Street to a bank with drive-through
• Conditional Use request for a shared driveway at the terminus of Kilbourne Drive
• Conditional Use and Site Plan request for an Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club clubhouse
• Text Amendment regarding regulations for pawn shops, vape/smoke shops, tattoo parlors, and marijuana dispensaries
• Text Amendment regarding regulations for temporary contractor offices and construction sites

City Council Workshop

The workshop includes discussions on the Comprehensive Plan update and North Main Street land use regulations. Council will also review proposed 2024 meeting schedules and several collective bargaining agreements. Additionally, items regarding a potential new city flag and a marijuana-related activity moratorium are on the agenda.

• Increase W. Case Waterline Project cost to $800,000
• Annual salary adjustment of 1.03 factor for non-bargaining unit employees
• Proposed 12-month moratorium on new marijuana-related activity applications
• Authorization for leaf disposal contract with Kurtz Brothers exceeding $25,000
• Discussion of North Main Street Land Development Code use allowances

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the 2024 annual budget and several infrastructure agreements. Discussion items include bridge replacement, road resurfacing, and residential development allocation systems.

• Public hearing for not implementing the Growth Management Residential Development Allocation System in 2024
• Dillman Drive bridge replacement project agreement with ODOT
• DLZ Ohio, Inc. contract for Dillman Drive bridge design
• Valley View Road resurfacing project bidding
• 2024 Capital Maintenance Programs including road striping and repairs

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board will consider a request from Quinn Miller for variances to create two single-family house lots. The proposal includes reducing required street frontage and allowing a shared driveway with zero setback.

• Variance for 25-foot frontages at the terminus of Kilbourne Drive
• Variance for a zero-foot driveway setback between two lots
• Public hearing for BZBA 23-696 regarding property parcel # 3009982

City Council

The meeting includes the review of downtown pedestrian safety improvements and the 2024 city budget. Council will also consider an ordinance requiring new developments to use Hudson Public Power electric services. Additionally, staff will discuss emergency preparedness for the 2024 solar eclipse.

• Agreement with ODOT for downtown pedestrian safety improvements on several streets
• Ordinance requiring new developments to use Hudson Public Power electric service
• Contract for City Hall roof repairs project
• $43,669.20 five-year lease for multifunction printers
• 2024 annual budget ordinance

Planning Commission

The Hudson Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests, including a bank conversion on West Streetsboro Street and an automotive repair addition on Georgetown Road. The commission will also review updates to administrative rules regarding conflicts of interest.

• Conditional Use request for a bank with drive-through at 69 W. Streetsboro Street
• Three-phase addition for vehicle storage and automotive repair at 1931 Georgetown Road
• Preliminary subdivision request for the 13-lot Pine Ridge development
• Second reading of updates to Administrative Rules regarding Conflict of Interest

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Board will review several applications for signage, window replacements, and structural additions within the Historic District. The meeting also includes an informal review of a proposed new clubhouse for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course. Staff raised questions regarding material compatibility and design standards for multiple projects.

• Porch addition and dormer at 37 E. Main Street
• New clubhouse construction at 1101 Barlow Road
• Signage applications for 85 South Main, 200 N Main, and 150 N Main
• Sunroom addition at 362 Londonairy Circle
• Window material updates for 29 Division Street

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Hudson City Council. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss imminent litigation and other matters required by law to be kept confidential.

• Executive Session regarding imminent litigation

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board will hear an appeal against a Planning Commission decision from August 28, 2023. The appeal concerns a request for a conditional use to build a golf cart storage barn for the Hudson Country Club.

• Appeal of Conditional Use request (Case No. 2023-556) for a golf cart storage barn
• Public hearing regarding appeal by Tim and Marlene Emery and Christopher and Colleen Beegle

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Board will review several applications involving residential additions, historical preservation, and demolition requests. Items include a dining expansion at Western Reserve Academy and a potential barn demolition on Barlow Road.

• Pavilion & Pergola Extension at 59 Great Oak Drive
• Demo, Alteration & Re-build at 201 N. Main Street
• Ellsworth Hall Dining Expansion at 20 E. Prospect Street
• Barn Demolition at 1221 Barlow Road
• Detached Garage/Pool House and Outdoor Kitchen at 167 Hudson Street

City Council Workshop

The Council will discuss several legislative updates including the Job Creation Grant Program and Land Development Code amendments. The meeting also covers preparations for the 2024-2028 Five-Year Plan and various city infrastructure projects.

• Amendments to the Job Creation Grant Program
• Land Development Code use allowances for North Main Street
• Residential blending regulations for density in the Land Development Code
• Downtown Pedestrian Safety Improvements agreement with ODOT
• City Hall roof repairs project

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board will hear an appeal regarding a conditional use request for a golf cart storage barn at Hudson County Club. The Board will also consider a variance request for an accessory structure at 2078 Ravenna St.

• Variance request for an accessory structure at 2078 Ravenna St.
• Appeal of Planning Commission decision regarding a golf cart storage barn

City Council

The Hudson City Council is reviewing multiple ordinances for bond issuances to fund various city projects. These include improvements to public works facilities, golf club renovations, and trail expansions. The council will also consider water utility updates and broadband agreements.

• $7,500,000 for salt storage and bus maintenance at 5810 Hudson Drive
• $1,400,000 for a new clubhouse at Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club
• $1,750,000 for a multipurpose trail along Boston Mills Road
• Demolition of the building at 94 Owen Brown Street
• Broadband agreement terms with Lit Fiber Hudson, LLC

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing multiple applications for exterior changes to residential properties. Discussion includes sign designs, foundation replacements, siding updates, and porch expansions.

• Sign design review for 116 W. Streetsboro Street
• Alteration and demolition proposal for 201 N. Main Street
• Roof overhang and gutter board repairs at 73 Division Street
• Siding replacement discussion for 7290 E. Firelands Drive
• Rear porch expansion proposal for 147 Elm Street

City Council Workshop

The workshop includes discussions on a broadband agreement with Lit Fiber Hudson, LLC and an ordinance requiring new developments to use Hudson Public Power. Council will also review a proposal for senior snowplow services and updates on acquiring abandoned railroad property.

• Broadband agreement with Lit Fiber Hudson, LLC
• Ordinance requiring new developments to use Hudson Public Power
• Senior snowplow program proposal for seniors 65+ and disabled adults
• $740,000 bond anticipation notes for property near Owen Brown Street and Morse Road
• $925,000 bond anticipation notes for 94 Owen Brown Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a 7,539 sq. ft. addition to Ellsworth Hall at Western Reserve Academy. The commission will also review a concept plan for Canterbury Crossing, a 34-lot single-family subdivision. Additionally, the body will consider updates to administrative rules regarding conflict of interest text.

• Conditional use and site plan request for a 7,539 sq. ft. addition to Ellsworth Hall at Western Reserve Academy
• Compatibility review/concept plan request for Canterbury Crossing, a 34-lot single-family subdivision
• Updates to Planning Commission Administrative Rules regarding Conflict of Interest text

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings for two variance requests. One request seeks to reduce lot frontage from 60 to 50 feet to create a new lot. Another proposes reducing a driveway setback from three feet to zero feet to allow for expansion.

• Variance 23-696: Reducing lot frontage from 60 to 50 feet at parcel # 3009982
• Variance 23-831: Reducing driveway setback from 3 feet to 0 feet at 1768 E. Sapphire Drive
• Approval of July 20, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including road safety improvements on SR 303 and a new sidewalk project on Owen Brown Street. The agenda also includes multiple ordinances for issuing notes to finance property acquisitions, the Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club clubhouse, and a new Public Works facility.

• SR 303 Safety Improvements Project design and agreement
• Owen Brown Street sidewalk project cost increase to $713,647.69
• Purchase of property at 5431 Hudson Drive for a new Public Works facility
• $1,400,000 in notes for the Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club clubhouse
• $7,500,000 in notes for a new salt storage and bus maintenance facility

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider several property modifications, including garage expansions and additions. The board will also review a proposal to demolish a 14,976-square-foot building for future development.

• Demolition of the former Windstream Building at 94 Owen Brown Street
• Garage expansion at 7322 Arborwood Drive
• Construction of a 2,400-square-foot agricultural barn at 5928 Stow Road
• Addition of an in-law suite at 272 W. Streetsboro Street
• Accessory structure permit for 1812 Haymarket Way

City Council Workshop

The City Council will review the 2024-2028 Five-Year Plan regarding capital for roads, parks, and emergency services. Discussion includes land development code amendments for specific business types and several bond anticipation note ordinances for city projects.

• Review of 2024-2028 Five-Year Plan for General Fund, Roads, Service, Cemetery, Parks, HCTV, Fire, & EMS
• Proposed Land Development Code amendment regarding Vape Shops, Pawn Shops, and Tattoo Parlors
• Owen Brown Street sidewalk project cost increase to $713,647.69
• Financing for a new Public Works facility at 5431 Hudson Drive
• Financing for a new clubhouse at Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including water utility amendments and various bond-funded property acquisitions. Discussion topics include North Main Street land development, the Ohio Turnpike staging yard, and solar energy programs.

• Middleton Road Phase 2 sidewalk project award of $1,568,016.00
• Issuance of $7,500,000 in notes for a new salt storage and bus maintenance facility at 5810 Hudson Drive
• Issuance of $1,400,000 in notes for the Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club clubhouse project
• Issuance of $740,000 in bond anticipation notes for property near Owen Brown Street and Morse Road
• Issuance of $925,000 in bond anticipation notes for 94 Owen Brown Street

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider several applications for fences, signs, and building additions. Staff has raised design concerns regarding an awning at 11 Atterbury Boulevard and a sunroom addition at 160 Parmalee Drive. The board will also review new proposals for a golf cart storage barn and porch additions.

• Wood fence applications at 31 Church Street and 165 Elm Street
• Ground sign proposal for Markillie Cemetery at 410 N Main Street
• Office addition for Wentz Financial at 5790 Hudson Drive
• Golf cart storage barn proposal at 2155 Middleton Road
• Rear sunroom addition at 160 Parmalee Drive

City Council Workshop

The City Council Workshop includes discussions on a new Green Home Certification program and environmental grants from the Inflation Reduction Act. Members will also review proposals for crossing guard programs, safe haven baby boxes, and additional lighting at Clocktower and Gazebo Greens. The agenda also features resolutions for infrastructure projects and bond issuances for downtown properties.

• $1,568,016.00 bid award for Middleton Road Sidewalk, Phase 2 project
• Agreement with City of Cleveland to extend a water line along Chittenden Road
• $740,000 bond issuance for property near Owen Brown Street and Morse Road
• $1,400,000 notes for a new clubhouse at Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club
• ARPA funding for Hudson EMS retention bonuses

The council unanimously appointed City Manager Thomas J. Sheridan as Clerk of Council Pro Tempore and elected Councilmember Skylar J. Sutton as President of Council Pro Tempore by a 6‑0 vote. Council members reached consensus to move forward with the Green Home Certification program, the Safe Haven Baby Box education campaign, and the installation of five new lighting posts at the Clock Tower and Gazebo Greens. They discussed expanding crossing guard services and requested more information on the Solar for All program before issuing a letter of support. The dumpster enclosure license agreement was postponed to the September 26 workshop.

• Appointed Thomas J. Sheridan as Clerk of Council Pro Tempore (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Skylar J. Sutton as President of Council Pro Tempore (6‑0 vote)
• Approved moving forward with Green Home Certification program (consensus)
• Approved moving forward with Safe Haven Baby Box education campaign (consensus)
• Approved installation of five lighting posts at Clock Tower and Gazebo Greens (consensus)
• Discussed increase of crossing guard presence and addition at Hudson St & Aurora St (discussion)
• Requested further details on Solar for All program before issuing letter of support (request)
• Postponed Dumpster Enclosure License Agreement discussion to September 26 workshop (postponed)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to amend Chapters 1205 and 1206 of the Land Development Code regarding density changes between proposed projects and adjacent neighborhoods. The commission will also discuss conflict of interest language within the Administrative Rules.

• Text amendment request for Land Development Code Chapters 1205 and 1206
• Discussion of conflict of interest text in Administrative Rules
• Approval of August 28, 2023, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a text amendment to Chapters 1205 and 1206 of the Land Development Code regarding density changes between projects and adjacent neighborhoods. The recommendation included three specific guidance points for City Council concerning accessory dwelling units, open space boundaries, and administration. The Commission also discussed refining conflict-of-interest language in its Administrative Rules.

• Approved August 28, 2023 meeting minutes with edits (6-0)
• Recommended approval of text amendment to LDC Chapters 1205 and 1206 with three conditions for City Council
• Requested inclusion of 'as defined in the Ohio Revised Code, chapter 102' in Administrative Rules conflict-of-interest text

City Council

The Council will review several legislative items including a new ordinance for 'no turn on red' signs at Middleton Road and Stow Road. The agenda includes multiple resolutions for local infrastructure such as drainage improvements, sidewalk installations, and fire department vehicle purchases.

• Ordinance 23-92: No right turn on red signs at Middleton Road and Stow Road
• Resolution 23-97: Willow Lake drainage improvement project ($100,000)
• Resolution 23-98: W. Streetsboro Street sidewalk installation project
• Ordinance 23-100: Purchase of one Ford Explorer for the Fire/EMS Department
• Discussion regarding City compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

City Council approved the minutes from the August 15, 2023 meeting. The body issued proclamations for the Vincent William Baran Day of Service and Hudson Velocity Broadband. No legislative actions were taken on discussed items regarding the Ohio Turnpike construction yard or ADA compliance.

• Approved August 15, 2023 Meeting & Workshop Minutes (5-0)
• Recognized Vincent William Baran Day of Service via proclamation
• Recognized Hudson Velocity Broadband via proclamation
• Entered executive session to interview Tree Commission applicants (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use and site plan request. The proposal involves the construction of a golf cart storage barn at the Country Club of Hudson.

• Conditional use and site plan request for a golf cart storage barn at the Country Club of Hudson

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use and site plan request for a golf cart storage barn at The Country Club of Hudson. Approval is subject to several conditions, including a legal determination on the building's structure type and changes to the garage door orientation.

• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-1)
• Conditionally approved golf cart storage barn at The Country Club of Hudson
• Required City Solicitor determination on whether the barn is a 'principal' structure
• Required garage doors be revised to not face south
• Required removal of hard surfaces from the south side of the building

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved three residential project applications and established a recurring schedule for site visits. One application for a covered patio was tabled pending scaled drawings. The Board also approved the minutes from the August 9, 2023 meeting.

• Approved addition of master bedroom and great room at 144 Hudson Street (5-0)
• Approved 4-foot wood split rail fence at 233 Aurora Street (5-0)
• Approved covered patio at 7555 Foxdale Circle with requirement to move roof edge one foot from pitch (5-0)
• Tabled covered patio application for 7679 N Mannheim Court
• Established site visits for Tuesdays following meetings at 3:00 pm, with Wednesdays at 3:00 pm as backup (5-0)
• Approved August 9, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

City Council

City Council approved increasing the budget for the State Route 303 water transmission line replacement to $3,050,503.50. The council also appointed members to the Board of Tax Review and the Economic Growth Board. Several other administrative resolutions and an ordinance regarding city water services were passed via consent agenda.

• Approved increasing State Route 303 water transmission line project cost to $3,050,503.50 (7-0)
• Appointed Richard Warfield and Emily Berry to the Board of Tax Review (7-0)
• Appointed Brad Wenclewicz, Robert Griesse, Robert Deuberry, Ashley Henry, and Diana Ditto to the Economic Growth Board (7-0)
• Approved maintenance agreements with Norfolk Southern Railway for Stow Road and Hines Hill Road Quiet Zone Project (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 23-95 requiring new developments to use city water services (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-96 to correct the effective date of a contract with Everstream Solutions, LLC (7-0)
• Acknowledged receipt of July 2023 Monthly Financial Report (7-0)
• Appointed Mrs. Kowalski and Mayor Anzevino to the Safe Routes to Schools Core Team

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings for two residential subdivision requests. The items include a compatibility review for Canterbury Crossing and the Cottages at Pine Ridge.

• Canterbury Crossing: 34-lot, single-family subdivision compatibility review
• Cottages at Pine Ridge: 13-lot, single-family subdivision compatibility review

The Planning Commission deferred the compatibility review for the Canterbury Crossing subdivision to October 9, 2023, to allow the Ohio Ethics Commission to rule on a member's potential conflict of interest. The Commission also held a compatibility review and public discussion for the Cottages at Pine Ridge subdivision, though no final vote was taken.

• Approved July 10, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Approved July 17, 2023 minutes (5-1 abstain)
• Deferred Canterbury Crossing compatibility review to October 9, 2023 (5-0, 1 recused)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Board is reviewing various construction and alteration requests including a new house, garage expansions, and commercial sign or awning updates. Staff notes include specific design standard requirements for window placement, material consistency, and setbacks.

• Sign replacement at 72 Village Way, Suite 1A
• Pool house renovation and 384 square foot accessory structure at 1306 Meadowood Lane
• Window and door infill at 69 W. Streetsboro Street (Citizens Bank)
• 1,364 square foot awning at 11 Atterbury Blvd (Brew Kettle)
• New 2,629 square foot two-story single family house at 2262 Weir Drive

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved a new home construction, a pool house, and various exterior alterations. The Board also voted to retain Perspectus as the AHBR historic consultant.

• Approved revised signs for 72 Village Way, Suite 1A (4-0)
• Approved pool house accessory structure at 1306 Meadowood Lane (4-0)
• Approved window and door infill at 69 W. Streetsboro Street (4-0)
• Tabled awning application for 11 Atterbury Boulevard
• Approved new two-story house at 2262 Weir Drive with specific window modifications (4-0)
• Approved retaining Perspectus as AHBR historic consultant (4-0)
• Approved July 12, 2023 minutes as amended (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved July 26, 2023 minutes as submitted (4-0)

City Council

The council will consider ordinances regarding erosion control and new traffic signs at Middleton and Stow Roads. Discussion is also scheduled for a municipal battery storage proposal and an intersection study.

• Contract with Pavement Management Group to rate city asphalt roads
• Ordinance for "No Turn on Red" signs at Middleton Road and Stow Road
• Traffic Code amendments for parking on E. Barlow Road and N. Hayden Parkway
• Discussion of a battery storage system proposal for the municipal electric system
• Update on the E. Barlow Road, Terex Road, and Hudson Industrial Parkway study

Council approved a professional services contract for asphalt road rating and amended the traffic code regarding parking on E. Barlow Road and N. Hayden Parkway. The body also processed a liquor permit notice for Curry Queen LLC. Two ordinances regarding erosion control and 'no turn on red' signs received first readings.

• Approved professional services contract with Pavement Management Group for asphalt road rating (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-90 amending parking limits on E. Barlow Road and N. Hayden Parkway (5-0)
• Approved Motion 23-0067 regarding a new liquor permit for Curry Queen LLC (5-0)
• Appointed Mr. Ruffer to the Carbon Study Subcommittee
• First reading of Ordinance 23-91 regarding Erosion and Sediment Control
• First reading of Ordinance 23-92 regarding 'No Turn on Red' signs at Middleton Road and Stow Road

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing several applications for residential additions, signage, and fencing. The board will evaluate these projects for compliance with city architectural design standards.

• Window and door alterations at 205 S. Main Street
• 2,160 square foot addition at 7563 Red Fox Trail
• Signage installation at 44 Clinton Street
• 4-foot split rail fence at 1746 Edgar Drive
• 528 square foot addition at 1532 Callander Drive

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved four residential additions and one business sign. The Board denied a fiberglass door and three windows for a historic landmark at 205 S. Main Street. One fence application was approved with specific restrictions on the use of mesh.

• Approved addition at 7563 Red Fox Trail conditioned on roof ridge break resubmission (5-0)
• Approved signs for Laura Yeager Smith Home Design at 44 Clinton Street (5-0)
• Approved fence at 1746 Edgar Drive; mesh allowed only behind the front line of house (5-0)
• Denied fiberglass door at 205 S. Main Street (5-0)
• Denied three windows on side elevation at 205 S. Main Street (3-2)
• Approved addition at 1532 Callander Drive conditioned on window and foundation alignment (5-0)
• Approved master bedroom addition at 1427 Hines Hill Road (5-0)

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One request involves a shed setback at 34 Clairhaven Road, while the other concerns self-storage buildings at 5300 Darrow Road.

• Variance request for an 11-foot rear yard setback reduction at 34 Clairhaven Road to build a shed
• Three variance requests for self-storage buildings at 5300 Darrow Road regarding residential distance and stream corridor setbacks
• Approval of the June 15, 2023, BZBA meeting minutes

The Board approved a rear yard setback variance for a residential shed at 34 Clairhaven Road. However, the Board denied a request for a variance to build self-storage facilities at 5300 Darrow Road due to residential setback requirements.

• Approved 11-foot rear yard accessory structure setback variance for shed at 34 Clairhaven Road (3-1)
• Denied variance for 500-foot residential setback requirement for self-storage buildings at 5300 Darrow Road (4-0)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including a $1.9 million property acquisition for Public Works and new requirements for city water use in developments. The meeting also includes discussions on storm sewer improvements and emergency medical services equipment.

• Purchase of property at 5431 Hudson Drive for $1,900,000.00
• Ordinance requiring new developments to utilize city water services
• Storm sewer improvement project for Clairhaven Road and Colony Drive
• Grant funding of $25,298.70 for Hudson EMS powered stair chairs
• Updated special event fee schedule effective January 1, 2024

City Council authorized the purchase of two parcels on Hudson Drive for a new Public Works/HPP Building. The council also passed an ordinance requiring new developments to use city water and updated the special event fee schedule.

• Approved $1.9M purchase of property at 5431 Hudson Drive for new Public Works/HPP Building (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 23-76 requiring new developments to utilize city water (5-2)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-77 updating the temporary events fee schedule effective Jan 1, 2024 (5-2)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-86 for Clairhaven/Colony Storm Sewer Improvement Project (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-87 to accept $25,298.70 OBWC grant for EMS stair chairs (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 23-88 to purchase a third powered stair chair for EMS (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-85 for second quarter 2023 budget appropriations (7-0)
• Referred Ordinance No. 23-84 regarding residential density blending to the Planning Commission (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use and site plan request for Western Reserve Academy. The proposal includes the installation of an artificial turf athletic field and associated lighting.

• Conditional Use and Site Plan request (PC 2023-543) for an artificial turf athletic field and lighting at Western Reserve Academy

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use and Site Plan request for an artificial turf athletic field and lighting at Western Reserve Academy. The approval includes specific restrictions on lighting hours and requires the applicant to address engineering comments.

• Approved Conditional Use and Site Plan for WRA turf athletic field at 115 College Street (5-1)
• Conditioned WRA field approval: lighting shall not exceed 10:00 pm
• Conditioned WRA field approval: applicant must address Assistant City Engineer David Rapp's July 5, 2023 comments

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing several residential property applications involving garages, sunrooms, and window alterations. Staff has provided specific feedback regarding compliance with architectural design standards for these projects.

• Fence installation at 204 Aurora Street
• Projecting sign for Miavana at 5 Aurora Street
• 660sf detached garage at 988 Westhaven Drive
• Window and siding alterations at 301 Brentwood Drive
• 224sf sunroom addition at 94 E. Case Drive

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several residential projects, including a detached garage, a sunroom, and home alterations. The Board also approved a projecting sign and a fence in the Historic District and formed a subcommittee to review consultant proposals.

• Approved 6ft wood fence at 204 Aurora Street (5-0)
• Approved projecting sign for Miavana at 5 Aurora Street (5-0)
• Approved 660sf detached garage at 988 Westhaven Drive (5-0)
• Approved windows and siding alterations at 301 Brentwood Drive with stone termination condition (4-1)
• Approved 224sf sunroom addition at 94 E. Case Drive (5-0)
• Approved garage expansion and porch roof at 43 Wellgate Drive with window modification condition (5-0)
• Appointed Caputo, Marzulla, and Workley to Consultant Subcommittee
• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

City Council

The Hudson City Council will review ordinances regarding water rates and development requirements. The agenda includes a proposal to acquire property at 5431 Hudson Drive for a new Public Works/HPP Building Site. Council members will also discuss updates to the Sidewalk and Trail Master Plan.

• $1,900,000 property purchase at 5431 Hudson Drive
• 50% water rate increase for customers outside city limits
• Requirement for new developments to use city water services
• Purchase of one Dodge Durango for the Fire/EMS Department
• Sidewalk and Trail Master Plan update

City Council passed an ordinance to charge an additional 50% for water services to customers outside city limits. The council also approved the purchase of an EMS vehicle and postponed two ordinances regarding water service requirements and zoning regulations.

• Approved Ordinance No. 23-75 to increase water rates by 50% for customers outside city limits (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-83 for the purchase of one Dodge Durango for the EMS Department (5-0)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 23-76 requiring new developments to use city water (5-0)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 23-84 regarding residential density blending zoning regulations (5-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use and site plan request for an artificial turf athletic field and associated lighting at Western Reserve Academy. The agenda also includes a second reading of amendments to administrative rules and a discussion on the 2024 Land Development Code update.

• Conditional use and site plan request for artificial turf field and lighting at Western Reserve Academy
• Second reading of amendments to Planning Commission Administrative Rules
• Discussion regarding the 2024 Land Development Code Update

The Planning Commission approved the second reading of its Administrative Rules. A request for an artificial turf field at Western Reserve Academy was tabled due to missing documentation, and a workshop for the 2024 Land Development Code update was scheduled.

• Approved June 12, 2023, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved second reading of Planning Commission Administrative Rules (7-0)
• Tabled PC 2023-543 Conditional Use and Site Plan request for Western Reserve Academy athletic field
• Scheduled 2024 Land Development Code update workshop for September 25, 2023

Military and Veterans' Commission

The Military and Veterans' Commission will review the minutes from the May 15, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes discussions regarding Memorial Day parade protocols and commission priorities. Members will also consider veterans signs on the greens or memorial banners.

• Approval of May 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Memorial Day Parade/Ceremony script and protocol
• Review of commission priorities including annual events and community resources
• Discussion of veterans signs on the greens or memorial banners

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is considering several applications for property alterations, including roof replacements and fence installations. The board will also discuss significant projects such as a 2,160sf addition on Red Fox Trail and new residential construction on Brookshire Drive. Staff has recommended revisions for several proposals to meet local design standards.

• Proposed 2,160sf addition at 7563 Red Fox Trail
• New two-story residential construction at 5650 Brookshire Drive
• Roof replacements at 120 and 302 Aurora Street
• Accessory structure proposal for 197 Aurora Street
• Informal discussion on demolition at 201 N. Main Street

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several residential applications, including a new home construction and various additions and roof replacements. One application for a large addition was tabled at the homeowner's request, and a demolition project at 201 N. Main Street was discussed informally.

• Approved pavilion at 5634 Brookshire Drive (4-0)
• Approved roof replacements at 120 and 302 Aurora Street (4-0)
• Approved 8ft arbor at 248 Ravenna Street (4-0)
• Approved accessory structure at 197 Aurora Street pending staff LDC review (4-0)
• Approved addition at 142 Sunset Drive conditioned on roof plan approval (4-0)
• Tabled addition at 7563 Red Fox Trail
• Approved new home construction at 5650 Brookshire Drive with five specific conditions (4-0)
• Approved June 14, 2023 minutes as amended (4-0)

City Council

The Hudson City Council is reviewing an ordinance to increase water rates by 50% for customers outside city limits. The council will also consider a $1,900,000 acquisition of property on Hudson Drive for a new Public Works building. Other agenda items include updates on the city's water expansion project and volunteer firefighter reimbursements.

• Ordinance to increase water rates by 50% for customers outside city limits
• $1,900,000 purchase of property at 5431 Hudson Drive for Public Works/HPP
• Contract with Thompson Electric Inc. for substation transformer replacement
• Ordinance to increase hourly reimbursements for volunteer firefighters
• Ordinance requiring new developments to use city water services

City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a substation transformer replacement and a railway agreement for the Owen Brown Street project. Council also voted to increase hourly reimbursements for volunteer firefighters and approved additional appropriations for 2023 legal fees.

• Approved contract with Thompson Electric Inc. for Eastside Substation transformer replacement (6-0)
• Approved right of entry agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway for Owen Brown Street project (6-0)
• Approved contract for disposal of old Eastside Substation transformer (6-0)
• Approved contract with Elizabeth Slagle as Acting Clerk of Council (6-0)
• Approved additional 2023 budget appropriations for legal fees (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved increase to Volunteer Firefighter hourly reimbursements (6-0)
• Re-appointed John Caputo and John Workley to the Architectural & Historic Board of Review (6-0)

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board will conduct public hearings regarding two variance requests. One involves a lot split at 33 E. Streetsboro Street that would change the side yard setback from eight feet to six feet. Another request concerns placing an accessory structure in the front yard of 2715 Hudson Aurora Road.

• Lot split and side yard setback variance for 33 E. Streetsboro Street
• Front yard accessory structure variance for 2715 Hudson Aurora Road

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals approved the continuation of two variance requests to future meetings. The Board also approved the minutes from the May 18, 2023 meeting.

• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Continued lot split and side yard setback variance request for 33 E. Streetsboro to July 20, 2023 (3-2)
• Approved continuing accessory structure variance request for 2715 Hudson Aurora Road to August 17, 2023 (5-0)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing applications for property alterations, including additions and sheds. The board will also revisit previous discussions regarding window replacements to ensure compliance with design standards.

• Proposed 1,128 SF addition at 15 Stokes Lane
• Review of a 520 SF addition at 290 N. Main Street
• Permit review for a 336 SF shed at 6592 Westpoint Drive
• Discussion of window replacements at 127 E. Streetsboro Street
• Shingle replacement applications for 13 E. Main Street and 37 College Street

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several residential projects, including home additions and accessory sheds. The Board also approved shingle and window replacements in the Historic District and continued one application for a door replacement on Main Street.

• Approved shingle replacements at 13 E. Main St and 37 College St (4-0)
• Approved ground sign at 53 Milford Drive and building signs at 116 W. Streetsboro St (4-0)
• Approved alteration and addition at 1887 Norton Road (4-0)
• Approved window replacement at 127 E. Streetsboro St (4-0)
• Approved shed at 6592 Westpoint Drive with window relocation (4-0)
• Approved shed at 7712 Lexington Drive (4-0)
• Approved shed at 1664 Groton Drive (3-1)
• Tabled entry door replacement at 144 N. Main Street (4-0)

City Council Workshop

The workshop includes discussions on the City's Water Expansion Project and updates to special event fees. Proposed legislation also covers water rate changes for customers outside city limits and volunteer firefighter reimbursements.

• $1,900,000 property purchase at 5431 Hudson Drive for a new Public Works/HPP building site
• Contract with Thompson Electric Inc. for the Eastside Substation Transformer Replacement Project
• Right of entry agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway for Owen Brown Street reconstruction
• Proposed 50% increase in water rates for customers outside city limits
• Updated fee structure for temporary special events

The City Council workshop served as a discussion forum for several proposed resolutions and ordinances. No final votes were taken; all items were forwarded for further consideration at the June 20, 2023, Council meeting.

• Forwarded Resolution 23-82 to purchase property at 5431 Hudson Drive for $1,900,000 for a new Public Works/HPP building site
• Forwarded Water Expansion Project updates to the June 20 workshop for further discussion
• Forwarded Resolution 23-78 for Eastside Substation Transformer Replacement construction services
• Forwarded Resolution 23-79 for Owen Brown Street Reconstruction and Sidewalk Project agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway Company
• Forwarded Resolution 23-80 for disposal of the old Eastside Substation Transformer
• Forwarded Resolution 23-81 to contract Elizabeth Slagle as Acting Clerk of Council
• Forwarded Ordinance 23-75 to increase water rates by 50% for customers outside city limits
• Forwarded Ordinance 23-76 to require new developments to utilize city water

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a compatibility review and concept plan request for Canterbury Crossing, a 36-lot single-family subdivision. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 8, 2023, meeting.

• Compatibility review/concept plan request for Canterbury Crossing, a 36-lot single-family subdivision
• Approval of May 8, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission conducted a compatibility review for a proposed 36-lot single-family subdivision. The Commission determined that compatibility cannot be decided until further information is provided regarding density, wetlands, and stormwater.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Determined Canterbury Crossing compatibility cannot be answered without further data on density, wetlands, and OSCU guidelines

City Council

The City Council is considering several legislative updates including new water rates for customers outside city limits and requirements for new developments to use city water. The agenda also includes a contract for downtown pedestrian safety improvements and adjustments to volunteer firefighter reimbursements.

• Downtown Pedestrian Safety Improvements, Phase 1 contract
• Ordinance to increase water rates by 50% for customers outside City limits
• Ordinance requiring new developments to utilize City water services
• Ordinance amending pay ranges and hourly reimbursements for Volunteer Firefighters
• License agreement for tree planting at 233 Aurora Street

City Council approved a resolution to bid and contract for Phase 1 of downtown pedestrian safety improvements. The council also rescinded the local COVID-19 emergency proclamation and authorized a tree-planting license agreement. Several ordinances regarding water rates and city water requirements for new developments received first or second readings.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-74 for Downtown Pedestrian Safety Improvements, Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved Motion 23-0051 to rescind the local COVID-19 emergency proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-73 for tree planting license agreement at 233 Aurora Street (5-0)
• Approved May 16 and May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider applications for signage, additions, and accessory structures. This includes evaluating window replacements at a historic landmark and reviewing siding materials for a new garage. The board will also discuss proposed administrative rule enhancements.

• Window replacement proposal for the historic landmark at 127 E. Streetsboro Street
• Proposed 1,200 SF barn addition at 669 Barlow Road
• Signage updates for 49 Village Way and 5929 Darrow Road
• Second-story addition proposal at 7959 Valley View Road
• Discussion of AHBR administrative rule enhancements

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several applications for commercial signage and residential additions. Two applications were continued pending further revisions or site visits. The Board also formed a subcommittee to recommend a Historic Preservation Consultant.

• Approved building sign at 49 Village Way with conditions on tabs and paint (4-0)
• Approved sign replacement at 5929 Darrow Road with plastic material condition (4-0)
• Approved building sign at 116 W. Streetsboro Street with matt finish (4-0)
• Approved detached garage at 7279 Darien Drive with window and siding conditions (4-0)
• Approved 1,200 SF barn at 669 Barlow Road with gable roof change (4-0)
• Approved second story addition at 7959 Valley View Road with window condition (4-0)
• Approved storage garage expansion at 245 N Main (4-0)
• Continued applications for 127 E. Streetsboro Street and 1887 Norton Road

City Council Workshop

The Council is discussing a baseline inventory for community greenhouse gas emissions and a new fee schedule for special event services. Proposed legislation includes updates to the 2023 budget for legal fees, adjustments to volunteer firefighter reimbursements, and new requirements for water service in new developments.

• Greenhouse Gas Baseline Inventory discussion
• Special Event Services fee schedule discussion
• Rescinding of the local COVID-19 emergency proclamation
• License agreement for tree planting at 233 Hudson Street
• Downtown Pedestrian Safety Improvements, Phase 1 contract advertising

City Council discussed a greenhouse gas inventory and requested further staff research. Several items, including a special event fee schedule and ordinances regarding water rates and new development water requirements, were forwarded for consideration at the June 6 meeting.

• Requested further staff research on Greenhouse Gas Baseline Inventory (23-0047)
• Forwarded special event services fee schedule (23-0025) to legislation
• Forwarded motion to rescind COVID-19 local emergency proclamation (23-0051) to June 6 meeting
• Forwarded license agreement for tree planting at 233 Aurora Street (23-73) to June 6 meeting
• Forwarded downtown pedestrian safety improvements Phase 1 contract (23-74) to June 6 meeting
• Forwarded budget amendment for 2023 legal fees (23-71) to June 6 meeting
• Forwarded volunteer firefighter pay range adjustment (23-72) to June 6 meeting
• Forwarded ordinances for outside-city water rates (23-75) and new development water requirements (23-76) to June 6 meeting

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests for accessory structures. The board will also review the minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting.

• Variance request for an accessory structure in a front yard at 2715 Hudson Aurora Road
• Request to increase a barn's height from 18 feet to 21 feet at 669 Barlow Road
• Approval of April 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved a height variance for a barn on Barlow Road and continued a variance request for an accessory structure on Hudson Aurora Road. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023, meeting.

• Approved height variance for barn at 669 Barlow Road to allow 21 feet instead of 18 feet (5-0)
• Continued variance request for accessory structure at 2715 Hudson Aurora Road to next meeting (5-0)
• Approved April 20, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)

City Council

The City Council is considering several infrastructure projects including sidewalks at E. Streetsboro Street, Stow Road, Valley View Road, and Hines Hill Road. Additional items include a request for a City Hall awning and canopy, creek cleaning at Darrow Road Park, and adjustments to the 2023 budget and volunteer firefighter pay ranges.

• City Hall awning and canopy project via CDBG grant
• Real property acquisitions for E. Streetsboro Street and Stow Road sidewalk project
• Sidewalk design contract with AECOM Technical Services Inc. for Valley View and Hines Hill roads
• Darrow Road Park creek cleaning and sediment removal
• Amendment to 2023 budget for legal fees and volunteer firefighter hourly reimbursements

City Council approved contracts for City Hall awnings, sidewalk acquisitions on E. Streetsboro Street and Stow Road, and design services for Valley View and Hines Hill Roads. The council also continued several community reinvestment and job creation grant agreements.

• Approved Resolution 23-66 for City Hall awning and canopy project
• Approved Resolution 23-67 for E. Streetsboro Street and Stow Road sidewalk property acquisitions
• Approved Resolution 23-68 for Valley View Road and Hines Hill Road sidewalk design contract with AECOM Technical Services Inc.
• Approved Resolution 23-69 for Darrow Road Park creek cleaning
• Approved Resolution 23-58 to continue specific Community Reinvestment Area and Job Creation Grant agreements (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-59 to retroactively amend the Hudson Community Living purchase and sale agreement (6-0)
• Approved motion to excuse Councilmember Kowalski from three meetings for child birth leave (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Amended 2023 meeting schedule to add a combined Council and Workshop meeting on June 20 (6-0)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is considering several applications for property alterations. These include a shingle replacement at 29 Division Street and additions at 54 Prescott Drive and 121 Sussex Road. The board will also hold an informal discussion regarding a proposed addition at 15 Stokes Lane.

• Shingle replacement at 29 Division Street
• Breezeway and sunroom addition (822 SF) at 54 Prescott Drive
• Second floor addition (780 SF) at 121 Sussex Road
• Informal discussion of a large addition (1,128 SF) at 15 Stokes Lane

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved three applications for residential additions and shingle replacement. One application for a large addition at 15 Stokes Lane was discussed informally without a final decision.

• Approved shingle replacement at 29 Division Street (5-0)
• Approved breezeway and sunroom addition at 54 Prescott Drive (6-0)
• Approved second floor addition at 121 Sussex Road with conditions to match existing house and window detailing (7-0)
• Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

City Council Workshop

The Council will discuss the potential purchase or lease of a Norfolk & Southern railroad right-of-way. Other discussion items include downtown research, sidewalk lighting improvements, and a water system study for the Village of Peninsula.

• Purchase or lease of Norfolk & Southern railroad right-of-way from W. Barlow Road to State Route 303
• Water distribution system extension study for the Village of Peninsula
• Sidewalk lighting improvements for Clocktower and gazebo greens
• Contract authorization for City Hall awning and canopy project
• Sidewalk design contract for Valley View Road and Hines Hill Road

City Council reached consensus to move forward with negotiations to provide safe drinking water to the Village of Peninsula, provided there is no cost burden to Hudson residents. Council also decided not to pursue downtown organization research or additional lighting for the clocktower and gazebo greens at this time. Several resolutions and ordinances were forwarded for consideration at the May 16 meeting.

• Consensus to negotiate water distribution system extension to Peninsula (pending capacity and no cost to residents)
• Consensus to not move forward with downtown organization research
• Consensus to postpone additional lighting on clocktower and gazebo greens until later in the year
• Removed ordinance regarding FMLA-consistent excused absences for elected officials from consideration

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use and site plan request for a Western Reserve Academy parking lot. The meeting also includes discussion of proposed amendments to the Planning Commission Administrative Rules and draft topics for 2023 Land Development Code updates.

• Conditional Use and Site Plan request for Western Reserve Academy parking lot at N. Main Street and E. Prospect Street
• Amendments to the Planning Commission Administrative Rules
• Discussion of draft topics for 2023 LDC updates

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use and site plan for a Western Reserve Academy parking lot at N. Main and E. Prospect streets. The approval includes conditions on curb cut removal, landscaping, and sidewalk requirements subject to the City Solicitor's opinion. The vote was 5-1.

• Approved conditional use and site plan for WRA parking lot (5-1)
• Required removal of curb cut along College Street
• Mandated specific street tree species and additional perimeter landscaping
• Deferred sidewalk requirement along N. Main Street pending City Solicitor review
• Held first reading of proposed amendments to Planning Commission Administrative Rules
• Discussed draft topics for 2023 LDC updates

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider several resolutions regarding road and bridge projects, including work on Owen Brown Street. The agenda also includes a request to increase contributions for volunteer EMS personnel and the purchase of two public works vehicles.

• NatureWorks grant application for an ADA kayak launch
• Owen Brown Street bridge replacement and partial reconstruction project
• Valley View Trail project agreement with Summit County
• City Hall elevator improvement contract with TK Elevator Corporation
• Purchase of a snow/ice plow truck and a service bucket truck

Hudson City Council approved a consent agenda containing six resolutions, including grant applications, bridge and road projects, and vehicle purchases. Council also appointed Robert Gerhardstein to the Personnel Advisory & Appeals Board for a partial term. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with two members absent.

• Appointed Robert Gerhardstein to Personnel Advisory & Appeals Board (5-0)
• Approved resolution to apply for ODNR NatureWorks grant for ADA kayak launch (consent agenda)
• Approved amendment to NEORSD cost-share agreement for Owen Brown Street bridge replacement (consent agenda)
• Approved Owen Brown Street reconstruction project from Morse Road to N. Main Street (consent agenda)
• Approved agreement with Summit County for Valley View Trail project over county bridge (consent agenda)
• Approved contract with TK Elevator Corporation for City Hall elevator improvements (consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of two Public Works vehicles: plow truck and bucket truck (consent agenda)
• Adopted resolution increasing LOSAP contributions for volunteer EMS personnel to equal firefighters (5-0)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Board will review several property alteration requests, including a window and door project at a historic landmark on South Main Street. Additionally, the Board will receive an informal presentation regarding a 7,500 square foot addition for Ellsworth Hall at Western Reserve Academy.

• Shingle replacement at 187 Elm Street
• Sign face replacement at 122 W. Streetsboro Street
• Window and door alterations at 205 S. Main Street
• 7,500 SF addition to Ellsworth Dining Hall at 115 College Street

The Board approved a consent agenda for two projects and granted a conditional approval for alterations to a historic landmark house. The Board also reviewed a proposed expansion of Ellsworth Hall at Western Reserve Academy and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved shingle replacement at 187 Elm Street (4-0)
• Approved ground sign face replacement for Fifth-Third Bank at 122 W. Streetsboro Street (4-0)
• Approved alterations at 205 S. Main Street with conditions on siding and window alignment (4-1)
• Approved March 8, 2023 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes as amended (5-0)

City Council Workshop

The City Council Workshop will discuss potential new water rates or fees for customers located outside Hudson. The session also includes reviewing recommended locations for a new inclusive playground and updates to special event service fees.

• Discussion regarding water rate surcharges for customers outside Hudson
• Review of recommended locations for a new inclusive playground
• Proposed reconstruction and water replacement project for Owen Brown Street
• Purchase of a plow truck and bucket truck for the Public Works Department
• Contract for demolition and hazardous material mitigation at 94 Owen Brown Street

City Council reached consensus on several policy changes, including a 150% water rate surcharge for customers outside the city. Members also agreed to a new special event fee structure and 10 land development code amendments. Several resolutions regarding infrastructure and equipment were forwarded to the May 2 meeting.

• Consensus to implement water rate and fee surcharge at 150% for users outside the City
• Consensus to adopt new special event fees: $25 application fee, $15 daily water fee, and $15 daily electric fee
• Consensus to eliminate grandfathering and road closure fees within the DORA district
• Consensus to move forward with 10 Land Development Code amendments
• Forwarded NatureWorks grant application for ADA kayak launch to May 2 meeting
• Forwarded Owen Brown Street bridge and road reconstruction resolutions to May 2 meeting
• Forwarded Valley View Trail project agreement to May 2 meeting
• Forwarded City Hall elevator improvement contract and Public Works vehicle purchases to May 2 meeting

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings regarding several property variance requests. These include proposals for new self-storage units, a lot split for a single-family home, and a residential addition.

• Variance request for self-storage units at 5689 & 5682 Hudson Drive
• Lot split and single-family home construction at 33 E. Streetsboro Street
• Rear yard setback variance for a residential addition at 54 Prescott Drive

The Board approved a front yard setback variance for an industrial business park on Terex Road. The Board denied two variance requests for a lot split and home construction at 33 E. Streetsboro Street. The meeting also included the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (2-1)
• Approved 10-foot front yard setback variance for 5689 & 5682 Hudson Drive (3-0)
• Denied 6-foot lot width variance for 33 E. Streetsboro Street (3-0)
• Denied frontage/access variance for 33 E. Streetsboro Street (3-0)

City Council

Hudson City Council will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure, technology, and service contracts. The agenda includes a sidewalk installation project on Stow Road and E. Streetsboro Street and an amendment to Microsoft 365 services. The council will also review grant applications for fire prevention and emergency medical services.

• Sidewalk installation project on Stow Road and E. Streetsboro Street via Karvo Companies, Inc.
• Contract amendment with Virtual Dataworks for Microsoft 365 security upgrades
• Design contract with Perspectus Architecture for the Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course Clubhouse
• $20,000 FEMA grant application for fire prevention and safety programs
• Renewal of agricultural use district applications for Norton Road and Georgetown Road properties

City Council approved several infrastructure and service contracts via a consent agenda, including a 2.38-mile sidewalk installation and the design of a new golf course clubhouse. The council also authorized budget amendments and various grant applications for fire and EMS services.

• Approved contract with Karvo Companies, Inc. for 2.38 miles of sidewalk installation (6-0)
• Approved professional services contract with Perspectus Architecture for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course Clubhouse design (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-47 to amend the 2023 budget for first quarter appropriations (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-45 to amend the Virtual Dataworks contract for Microsoft 365 security upgrades (6-0)
• Approved storm water easement agreement with First Congregational Church of Hudson (6-0)
• Approved bandwidth capability contract amendments with Crown Castle Fiber, LLC and Everstream Solutions, LLC (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two aerifiers from Deere and Company for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club (6-0)
• Approved grant applications for Fire Prevention and Safety ($20,000) and BWC Safety Intervention ($40,000) (6-0)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing several applications for residential and commercial projects. Items include requests for home additions, accessory structures like garages or pavilions, sign installations, and a residential demolition.

• Demolition of a circa 1923 house at 802 West Streetsboro Street
• Proposed 400 SF covered deck addition at 6395 Ridgeline Drive
• Proposed 256 SF screened porch addition at 7769 Hudson Park Drive
• Proposed 744 SF detached garage at 23 N. Oviatt Street
• Proposed 720 SF detached garage at 305 Simon Road

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several residential and commercial applications, including the demolition of a non-designated historic house. The Board also granted approvals for various signs, fences, and home additions across the city.

• Approved demolition of 1923 house at 802 West Streetsboro Street (6-0)
• Approved wall sign at 89 First Street, Suite 205 (6-0)
• Approved wood fence replacement at 20 High Street (6-0)
• Approved signs at 89 First Street, Unit 202, subject to raised lettering and trademark requirements (6-0)
• Approved ground sign at 34 Ravenna Street, Suite 1, with raised matte lettering (6-0)
• Approved covered deck addition at 6395 Ridgeline Drive (6-0)
• Approved screened porch addition at 7769 Hudson Park Drive (6-0)
• Approved chainlink fence at 7041 Darrow Road with condition to plant five additional trees (6-0)

City Council Workshop

The City Council is reviewing current fees for special event services and considering their removal. The agenda includes several proposed resolutions regarding infrastructure, service contracts, and property management.

• Discussion of current fees for special event services
• Sidewalk installation project on Stow Road and E. Streetsboro Street via Karvo Companies, Inc.
• Design contract for the Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course Clubhouse with Perspectus Architecture
• Purchase of two aerifiers for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club from Deere and Company
• Demolition and hazardous material mitigation at 94 Owen Brown Street via TRC Environmental Corporation

The workshop served as a review session for several resolutions and ordinances, including a $2.5M sidewalk project and various service contracts. No final votes were taken; all items were forwarded for further consideration at the April 18, 2023, Council meeting.

• Forwarded $2,504,673.22 Stow Road and E. Streetsboro Street sidewalk contract to April 18 meeting
• Forwarded Microsoft Government Community Cloud subscription amendment to April 18 meeting
• Forwarded 2023 first quarter budget appropriations ordinance to April 18 meeting
• Forwarded storm water easement agreement for 47 Aurora Street to April 18 meeting
• Forwarded bandwidth capability amendments for Crown Castle and Everstream to April 18 meeting
• Forwarded purchase agreement for two golf course aerifiers from Deere and Company to April 18 meeting
• Forwarded professional services contract for Ellsworth Meadows clubhouse design to April 18 meeting
• Forwarded special counsel agreement with DiCaudo, Pitchford & Yoder, LLP to April 18 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss proposed amendments to the Planning Commission Administrative Rules. The meeting also includes an introduction to draft topics for the 2023 Land Development Code (LDC) updates.

• Discussion of Amendments to the Planning Commission Administrative Rules
• Introduction to Draft Topics for 2023 LDC updates

The Planning Commission approved adding a discussion of the Land Development Code review to the May agenda. Members also discussed potential amendments to administrative rules and the process for updating land development text. No final votes were taken on the rule changes or code updates.

• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved adding Land Development Code review to May agenda (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several legislative actions including agricultural land renewals, road projects, and vehicle purchases. Discussion includes a feasibility study for an electric feed to Allstate Insurance Company and updates to the volunteer EMS award program.

• Feasibility study request for a second electric feed to Allstate Insurance Company
• 2023 Guardrail Replacement Program project
• Purchase of three vehicles for the Public Works Department
• Agricultural district renewals for properties on Terex Road, Ravenna Street, Norton Road, and Walters Road
• Increase of SR 91 bridge replacement project cost to $204,840.00

City Council approved increasing the SR 91 bridge replacement project cost to $204,840. The council also approved several agricultural land use district renewals and authorized the purchase of three Public Works vehicles. Additionally, a resolution was passed urging federal and state governments to increase rail safety.

• Approved $29,840 cost increase for SR 91 bridge replacement project (5-1)
• Approved agricultural land use renewals for Darlyne Roller (6-0) and Clyde Rardin (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-41 to purchase three Public Works vehicles (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-42 urging federal and state rail safety legislation (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-38 for 2023 guardrail replacement program (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-39 to apply for ODOT Safe Routes to Schools plan update (6-0)
• Appointed Nathan Cook, Bill Lockwood, John Liesen, John Niemczura, and Ben Baran to the Military and Veterans' Commission (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-40 for a 'then and now' purchase certificate (6-0)

City Council Workshop

The Hudson City Council Workshop includes discussions on sidewalk widening at SR 91 and potential changes to special event fees. The agenda also features reviews for agricultural land use renewals and a water line extension agreement with Cleveland.

• Increase SR 91 bridge replacement cost to $204,840
• Contract for demolition at 94 Owen Brown Street
• Waterline extension agreement with the City of Cleveland
• Purchase of three vehicles for Public Works
• Review of fees for special event services

City Council held a workshop to discuss several infrastructure and administrative items. The council reached a consensus not to proceed with the Chittenden Road waterline extension and requested staff develop a new special event fee schedule. Most other legislative items were forwarded for consideration at the March 21 meeting.

• Consensus reached to not move forward with Chittenden Road waterline extension
• Consensus reached for staff to create a fee schedule for special event services
• Consensus reached for staff to meet with Summit County to modify job creation and tax revenue sharing agreement
• Removed Resolution TMP-6549 (Chittenden Road waterline agreement) from consideration
• Forwarded Resolution 23-38 (2023 guardrail replacement) to March 21 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution 23-39 (Safe Routes to Schools Travel Plan update) to March 21 meeting
• Forwarded Ordinance 23-41 (Purchase of three Public Works vehicles) to March 21 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution 23-42 (Rail safety and oversight legislation) to March 21 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request for additional fireworks storage containers for American Fireworks. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a site plan for a 33-unit townhome development on Darrow Road.

• Conditional use and site plan review for additional fireworks storage at American Fireworks
• Site plan review for a 33-unit townhome development at parcel 3003001 near Darrow Road

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use and site plan request for additional fireworks storage containers for American Fireworks. A site plan review for a 33-unit townhome development on Darrow Road was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved Conditional Use and Site Plan Request for American Fireworks (3-1)
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Continued site plan review for 33-unit townhome development at parcel 3003001

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing several residential projects, including new constructions and accessory structures. Discussions include compliance with design standards regarding window placement, material consistency, and building massing.

• Accessory structure at 6178 Burr Oak Way
• Addition and garage changes at 180 Aurora Street
• Window removal review at 1975 W. Highgate Ct.
• Three-car detached garage at 2199 East Streetsboro Street
• New residential construction at 25 John Clark Lane, 1924 Christine Drive, and 35 South Oviatt Street

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved multiple applications for new residential construction, home alterations, and accessory structures. The Board also approved the Hudson Community Living project with specific conditions regarding unit design and clubhouse shutters.

• Approved accessory building at 6178 Burr Oak Way (5-0)
• Approved addition and alterations at 6180 Aurora Street (5-0)
• Approved window removal at 1975 W. Highgate Ct. with faux window or shutters (5-0)
• Approved detached garage at 2199 East Streetsboro Street with siding and fenestration conditions (5-0)
• Approved new home at 25 John Clark Lane with window modifications (5-0)
• Approved new home at 1924 Christine Drive with window modifications (5-0)
• Approved Hudson Community Living construction with specific unit and clubhouse revisions (5-0)
• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding agricultural district placements and a budget increase for the SR 91 bridge replacement. The meeting also includes discussions on sidewalk widening under the Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge and the appointment of a new City Solicitor.

• Resolution to increase SR 91 bridge project cost by $195,711 to a total of $370,711
• Public hearings for agricultural land placement at 2790 Ravenna St, 1975 & 1983 Norton Rd, and 7005 Walters Road
• Appointment of John P. Kolesar as City Solicitor
• Authorization for the 2023 Storm Sewer Lining Improvements Project
• Application for an EMS Priority One training and equipment grant

City Council approved the appointment of a new City Solicitor and authorized a storm sewer lining project. The council also approved a grant application for EMS training and equipment and a payment for a purchase exceeding $3,000.

• Appointed John P. Kolesar as City Solicitor (7-0)
• Approved 2023 storm sewer lining improvements project bid authorization (7-0)
• Approved EMS Priority One training and equipment grant application (7-0)
• Approved 'then and now' certificate for purchase over $3,000 (7-0)
• Appointed Norbert O'Brien to Personnel Advisory & Appeals Board (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Adopted Resolution 23-30 thanking Dave Lehman for community service (7-0)
• Approved minutes from February 16, 21, and 28 meetings (7-0)

City Council

The council will hold a special meeting regarding litigation counsel for the Kowalski v. City of Hudson case. The regular workshop includes updates on capital projects, traffic studies in Reserve at River Oaks, and downtown research. Additionally, several agricultural land use applications are scheduled for review.

• Increase SR 91 bridge replacement cost to $370,711.00
• Retroactive agreement with Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP for litigation services
• Appointment of John P. Kolesar as City Solicitor
• Bidding for the 2023 storm sewer lining improvements project
• Agricultural use district applications for various Hudson properties

City Council passed Resolution No. 23-28 to retroactively hire the law firm Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP for special litigation services. During a subsequent workshop, Council reached a consensus to move forward with crosswalk and stop bar striping in the Reserve at River Oaks subdivision.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-28 to hire special litigation counsel (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Consensus reached to proceed with crosswalk and stop bar striping in Reserve at River Oaks
• Postponed Downtown Organization Research to March 14, 2023 workshop
• Forwarded appointment of John P. Kolesar as City Solicitor to March 7, 2023 meeting
• Forwarded 2023 storm sewer lining improvements contract to March 7, 2023 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution No. 23-32 regarding a purchase over $3,000 to March 7, 2023 meeting
• Forwarded EMS Priority One training and equipment grant application to March 7, 2023 meeting
• Forwarded SR 91 bridge replacement project cost increase to March 7, 2023 meeting

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing several applications for property alterations, additions, and demolitions. These include requests for a new shed, garage modifications, and patio additions across various properties. Staff raised questions regarding design compatibility and material standards for several items in the historic district.

• Demolition of existing house and detached garage at 25 John Clark Lane
• Proposed 288 SF shed at 2950 Woodbridge Road
• Garage alterations including new doors and windows at 233 Aurora Street
• Addition of a rec room, pergola, and roof changes at 180 Aurora Street
• Attached garage addition at 897 Ridgewood Blvd

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several residential projects, including a demolition permit and various additions. One application for a rec room and pergola was deferred pending a site visit. The board also approved the minutes from the February 8, 2023 meeting.

• Approved 4’ black aluminum fence at 39 Roslyn Avenue (7-0)
• Approved demolition at 25 John Clark Lane after finding no historic significance (7-0)
• Approved 288 SF shed at 2950 Woodbridge Road (7-0)
• Approved revised attached garage and breezeway at 110 E. Streetsboro (7-0)
• Approved alterations at 233 Aurora Street requiring a wood door instead of fiberglass (7-0)
• Approved garage addition at 897 Ridgewood Blvd with required step back and updated drawings (7-0)
• Approved covered patio and alterations at 7501 S. Mannheim Ct (7-0)
• Approved attached garage at 2511 Cedarwood Ct with updated door height drawings (7-0)

City Council

The Hudson City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and equipment contracts. This includes replacing the State Route 303 water transmission line and designing the former Youth Development Center brownfield demolition for asbestos removal. A public hearing will also be held regarding agricultural land placement on Terex Road.

• Replacement of the State Route 303 water transmission line and service connections
• Design contract with Burgess & Niple, Inc. for YDC brownfield demolition
• Purchase of two zero turn mowers for $26,501.00
• Purchase of a contour mower for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course for $73,541.08
• IT core switch replacement contract not to exceed $64,841

City Council appointed Scott Ruffer to fill a vacant council seat and approved a consent agenda containing multiple infrastructure and equipment contracts. The council also amended the H.O.M.E. Committee mission statement and the city's flag policy.

• Appointed Scott Ruffer as Ward 4 Councilmember (4-2)
• Approved SR 303 water transmission line replacement contract
• Approved professional services contract with Burgess & Niple, Inc. for YDC brownfield demolition
• Approved $26,501 purchase of two zero turn trim mowers
• Approved $73,541.08 purchase of a contour mower for Ellsworth Meadows Golf Course
• Approved $35,000 grant for City Hall awning and senior shelter
• Approved $22,133 community recycling assistance grant
• Approved $64,841 contract with Local Network Solutions for core switch equipment

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. The first involves filling approximately 0.2 acres of wetlands to permit a new institutional residential use. The second concerns permitting a pavilion structure within the side yard of a property in the Historic District.

• Variance request to fill 0.2 acres of wetlands at 35 S. Oviatt
• Variance request for a pavilion structure at 180 Aurora Street
• Approval of January 19, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals approved a conditional variance to fill 0.2 acres of wetlands for Hudson Community Living and a variance for a side yard pavilion at 180 Aurora Street. The board also approved the meeting minutes from January 19, 2023.

• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved conditional variance to fill 0.2 acres of wetlands and waive setback for Hudson Community Living (4-0)
• Approved variance for a pavilion structure in the side yard at 180 Aurora Street (3-1)

City Council Workshop

The Hudson City Council Workshop will hold a special meeting to interview an applicant for the vacant Ward 4 Council seat. The agenda also includes provisions for public comments and council correspondence.

• Interview of Ward 4 Council vacancy applicant

The meeting was primarily procedural. Council entered an executive session to interview an applicant for the Ward 4 vacancy.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to interview Ward 4 vacancy applicant (5-0)

City Council Workshop

The workshop includes discussions regarding proposals for the Fiber to the Residents Project and survey methods for the Comprehensive Plan. Proposed resolutions include a water transmission line replacement on State Route 303 and various equipment purchases. An executive session is also scheduled to interview applicants for the Ward 4 Council seat.

• Discussion of proposals for the Fiber to the Residents Project
• Resolution for State Route 303 water transmission line replacement
• Purchase of two zero turn mowers for $26,501.00
• Purchase of a contour mower for $73,541.08
• IT core switch equipment contract not to exceed $64,841

City Council reached consensus to negotiate with a vendor for the Fiber to the Residents Project and to use two types of surveys for the Comprehensive Plan. Several resolutions regarding equipment purchases and infrastructure were forwarded to the February 21 meeting. The council also held an executive session to interview applicants for the Ward 4 Council seat.

• Entered executive session to interview Ward 4 Council Member applicants (6-0)
• Reached consensus to move forward with vendor negotiations for Fiber to the Residents Project
• Reached consensus to use two different survey types for the Comprehensive Plan
• Reached consensus to allow Hudson Garden Club to decorate the clock tower for its 75th Anniversary
• Forwarded Resolution 23-21 for two zero turn trim mowers ($26,501.00) to Feb 21 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution 23-22 for a contour mower ($73,541.08) to Feb 21 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution 23-27 for core switch equipment (not to exceed $64,841) to Feb 21 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution 23-25 for a $35,000 CDBG grant for City Hall awning and shelter to Feb 21 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a conditional use and site plan request for a parking lot expansion at 5939 Darrow Road. The meeting also includes the election of officers and a discussion regarding application procedures within administrative rules.

• Parking lot expansion for Hudson Veterinary Hospital at 5939 Darrow Road
• Election of Vice Chair and Design Subcommittee members for Districts 6 and 8
• Discussion of application procedures within Administrative Rules

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use and site plan request for a parking lot expansion at 5939 Darrow Road. The approval is subject to specific conditions regarding landscaping, lighting, and engineering requirements. The commission also elected its Vice Chair and subcommittee members.

• Approved parking lot expansion for Hudson Veterinary Hospital at 5939 Darrow Road (5-1)
• Elected David Nystrom as Vice-Chair of Planning Commission (5-1)
• Appointed Melissa Jones as Chair of District 8 and 9 Design Subcommittee
• Appointed Erik Vaughan as alternate of District 6 and 8 Design Subcommittee
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes as edited (5-1)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-1)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Board will review several applications for alterations to historic properties, including a proposed red tile to black shingle roof change. Members will also conduct an informal discussion regarding design elements for new construction at 35 South Oviatt Street.

• Proposed roof replacement at 190 North Main Street
• New construction design discussion for 35 South Oviatt Street
• Alteration updates for 64 Aurora Street
• Window and door plan review for 11 South Main Street
• Siding replacement review for 2425 Hudson Aurora Road

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved alterations for three properties in the Historic District and one siding replacement project. The board held an informal discussion regarding a new construction project for Hudson Community Living and reviewed previous meeting minutes.

• Approved 2nd floor balcony railing alterations at 119 Hudson Street (5-0)
• Approved flat roof, window, and door alterations at 64 Aurora Street with window style conditions (5-0)
• Approved log cabin structural improvements and window/gutter replacements at 11 South Main Street with specific conditions (5-0)
• Approved siding replacement at 2425 Hudson Aurora Road with five specific conditions regarding stone and siding (5-0)
• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (4-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The council will consider several infrastructure projects, including water line replacements and a traffic signal redesign. The agenda also includes updates to the city's flag policy and the H.O.M.E. Committee mission statement.

• West Case Water Line Replacement Project
• Downtown Hudson Adaptive Signal Improvements contract
• Veterans Trail Phase 2 installation
• Roslyn Water Main Replacement Project
• Amendment to city flag policy for the POW/MIA Flag

City Council approved several resolutions to bid and award contracts for water line replacements, a multi-purpose path, and traffic signal redesigns. The council also appointed members to the Environmental Awareness Committee, HCTV Advisory Committee, Board of Zoning and Building Appeals, and Planning Commission.

• Approved Resolution 23-11 for 2022 annual financial statements contract (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-12 for West Case water line replacement (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-13 for Veterans Trail Phase 2 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-14 for 27 Barlow Road driveway culvert replacement (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-15 for Roslyn water main replacement (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-16 for downtown adaptive traffic signals redesign (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-17 to update Codified Ordinances (6-0)
• Appointed members to Environmental Awareness, HCTV, BZBA, and Planning committees (6-0 and 5-1)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Hudson City Council. The agenda includes procedural items and an executive session to seek legal advice concerning a dispute involving the City that is subject to pending court action.

• Executive session regarding a City dispute and pending court action

The council held a special meeting primarily to enter an executive session for legal advice regarding a pending court action. No legislative actions or public ordinances were decided during the meeting.

• Nominated Mr. Sutton as Council President Pro Tempore for the executive session (4-1)
• Approved entry into executive session for legal advice concerning a pending court action (4-1)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is reviewing multiple applications for alterations within the Historic District. This includes porch floor replacement at 19 East Main Street and roofing updates at 27 Owen Brown Street. The Board will also address plan corrections for a garage addition at 132 Franklin Street.

• Porch floor replacement at 19 East Main Street
• Review of window placement advisory report for 64 Aurora Street
• Roof and deck alterations at 27 Owen Brown Street
• Addition and alteration plan corrections at 132 Franklin Street

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several alteration applications for homes in the Historic District. Decisions included window and siding work at 64 Aurora Street and roof and deck updates at 27 Owen Brown Street.

• Approved porch floor replacement at 19 East Main Street (6-0)
• Approved window, garage, and patio door alterations at 64 Aurora Street with requirement for blended replacement siding (6-0)
• Approved roof, deck railings, and deck flooring alterations at 27 Owen Brown Street (6-0)
• Approved addition and alterations at 132 Franklin Street pending resubmission of corrected drawings (6-0)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a settlement agreement regarding the site plan and conditional use for Hudson Community Living on South Oviatt Street. The workshop also includes discussions on water line replacements, trail expansions, and traffic signal redesigns. Additionally, council members will review updates to city ordinances and flag policies.

• Settlement agreement for Hudson Community Living site plan on South Oviatt Street
• West Case Water Line Replacement Project from SR 303 to Lynn Drive
• Veterans Trail Phase 2 installation along Valley View Road and Hunting Hollow
• Contract for downtown adaptive traffic signal redesign
• Amendment to city flag policy to include the Federal POW/MIA Flag

City Council approved a settlement agreement regarding an appeal of the Planning Commission's decision to approve the site plan and conditional use for Hudson Community Living on South Oviatt Street. Council also appointed a new member to the Ad Hoc Committee for City Solicitor. Several infrastructure and administrative resolutions were discussed during a workshop and forwarded to a future meeting.

• Approved settlement agreement for Hudson Community Living site plan and conditional use (5-0)
• Appointed Ms. Schlademan to the Ad Hoc Committee for City Solicitor (5-0)

City Council Workshop

This special meeting is a council retreat for members to hear from city staff. Discussions will cover various topics including codes, zoning, economic development, finance, and infrastructure.

• Discussion on codes and zoning
• Discussion on economic development and finance
• Discussion on utilities, infrastructure, and parks

City Council and staff held a special retreat meeting to discuss various city government topics. No substantive decisions were recorded during this session.

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board will conduct public hearings regarding an appeal of a Planning Commission decision for an institutional residential use by Hudson Community Living LLC. The Board will also consider a variance request for a side yard setback reduction at 897 Ridgewood Blvd to allow for a detached garage.

• Appeal of institutional residential use (Case No. 2022-822)
• Variance request for a 12-foot side yard setback reduction at 897 Ridgewood Blvd
• Election of Board officers
• Approval of December 15, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board denied a request to reduce a side yard setback from 15 feet to 3 feet for a detached garage. The Board also tabled an appeal regarding a conditional use request for Hudson Community Living LLC pending City Council action.

• Elected Kerri Keller as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Louis Wagner as Vice-Chair (5-0)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Tabled appeal BZBA 2023-3 (Hudson Community Living LLC) to February 7, 2023 (5-0)
• Denied variance request for detached garage at 897 Ridgewood Blvd (5-0)

City Council

The council will review several resolutions regarding city contracts and infrastructure projects. Key items include funding for urban canopy restoration and a contract for road resurfacing on Terex Road. The meeting also includes discussions on establishing a new Military and Veterans’ Commission.

• $250,000 estimated project for pedestrian signal improvements near Hudson City Schools
• Resolution to accept an $8,000 grant for urban canopy restoration in Hudson Parks
• Three-year, $33,000 contract renewal for ESRI GIS mapping software
• Ordinance to establish the Hudson Military and Veterans’ Commission
• Contract for road resurfacing on Terex Road from Londonairy Blvd. to Barlow Road

Council approved several infrastructure projects, including pedestrian signals and road resurfacing. They established a new Military and Veterans’ Commission and rejected a motion to censure Councilmember Kowalski. Councilmember Bigham resigned from her position effective at the close of the meeting.

• Established Hudson Military and Veterans’ Commission (5-2)
• Denied motion to censure Councilmember Kowalski (1-2)
• Approved $250,000 for pedestrian signal improvements at seven intersections
• Approved contract for Terex Road resurfacing
• Approved $33,000 GIS program contract with ESRI
• Approved $8,000 urban canopy restoration grant match
• Approved software renewal with Brightly Software Inc for asset management
• Scheduled special meeting for Jan 24 to consider Hudson Community Living settlement

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Board will review several applications for property alterations and additions. This includes a request to convert 7200 Valley View Road from a former place of worship to a single-family home. Other items involve design reviews for properties within the Historic District.

• Conversion of 7200 Valley View Road to a single-family residence
• 754 SF garage addition at 37 Laurel Lake Drive
• Window and door alterations at 64 Aurora Street
• Siding and roof replacements at 12 Owen Brown Street
• 950 SF addition at 70 York Drive

The Board approved several residential additions and alterations, including projects at 37 Laurel Lake Drive and 7200 Valley View Road. One application for 64 Aurora Street was partially approved, with the west elevation required for resubmission. The Board also elected its 2023 officers.

• Elected John Caputo (Chair), Allyn Marzulla (Vice Chair), and John Workley (Secretary)
• Approved garage addition at 37 Laurel Lake Drive (6-0)
• Approved dormer and window replacements at 80 N. Oviatt Street (5-1)
• Approved North, East, and South elevations at 64 Aurora Street; West elevation must be resubmitted (6-0)
• Approved detached garage alterations at 12 Owen Brown Street as amended with a faux window (4-2)
• Approved second floor addition at 70 York Drive as amended with asphalt shingles (6-0)
• Approved deck awning at 77 Keswick Drive as amended with 6x6 posts (5-1)
• Approved conversion to single family residential and additions at 7200 Valley View Road (6-0)

City Council Workshop

Council held a workshop to review several proposed resolutions and ordinances, including road resurfacing and pedestrian signal projects. All items discussed were forwarded for further consideration at the January 17, 2023, Council meeting. No final votes on legislation were taken during this session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to interview board and commission applicants (unanimous)
• Forwarded Resolution 23-001 for $8,000 urban canopy restoration grant to Jan 17 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution 23-002 for $33,000 ESRI GIS program contract to Jan 17 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution 23-003 for Velocity Broadband marketing services bid to Jan 17 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution 23-004 for Terex Road resurfacing project to Jan 17 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution 23-005 for $250,000 pedestrian signal installation at 7 intersections to Jan 17 meeting
• Forwarded Resolution 23-006 for Brightly Software asset management renewal to Jan 17 meeting
• Forwarded Ordinance 22-164 to establish Military and Veterans’ Commission to Jan 17 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will elect its Chair, Vice Chair, and Design Subcommittee members. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a request by American Fireworks for additional storage containers.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Design Subcommittee for Districts 6 and 8
• Public hearing for PC 2022-1041: conditional use and site plan review for additional fireworks storage containers at American Fireworks

The Planning Commission elected its officers and continued a conditional use request for additional fireworks storage containers. The applicant must provide detailed landscaping, grading, and revised site plans before the next meeting.

• Elected Ronald Stolle as Planning Commission Chair (7-0)
• Denied election of David Nystrom as Vice-Chair (3-4)
• Elected David Lehman as Vice-Chair (4-3)
• Appointed David Lehman as chair of the Design Subcommittee for District 6
• Appointed Melissa Jones as alternate chair of the Design Subcommittee for District 6
• Continued application PC 2022-1041 for American Fireworks storage containers (7-0)