North Canton public meetings in 2021

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for December 28, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. Chief Building Official Martin B. Van Gundy IV issued the notice on December 10, 2021, citing a lack of an agenda. No items were decided or discussed.

• Meeting cancellation due to lack of an agenda

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation approved the purchase of real estate at 6631 Wise Avenue NW for $90,000, and authorized obtaining commercial financing for the acquisition. Both motions passed 8-1 with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included approval of prior minutes and a move into executive session where no decisions were made.

• Approved purchase agreement for 6631 Wise Ave NW at $90,000 (8-1, Grosschmidt abstained)
• Authorized commercial financing for the acquisition of 6631 Wise Ave NW (8-1, Grosschmidt abstained)
• Approved minutes of November 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinance updates, including a new source water protection area and changes to drive-thru uses in the Main Street South District. The meeting also includes a proposal for a $1,050,000 sanitary sewer replacement project on 10th Street NE.

• Contract for 10th Street NE Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project not to exceed $1,050,000
• Ordinance to establish a source water protection area and regulate substances in groundwater resources
• Ordinance to change Drive-Thru Facilities to a conditional use in the Main Street South Zoning District
• Resolution approving the collective bargaining agreement with North Canton Professional Firefighter and Paramedic Association
• Release of Maintenance Bond Agreement between the City and McKinley-Applegrove Ltd. for Sanctuary Development Phase 4

North Canton City Council approved several emergency measures, including a collective bargaining agreement with the firefighter and paramedic union, a $1.05 million sanitary sewer replacement project on Tenth Street Northeast, and participation in the Johnson & Johnson national opioid settlement. The council also adopted an ordinance adjusting the charter advisory board timeline and made appointments to the Civil Service Commission and Tax Review Board.

• Approved Resolution 10-2022, collective bargaining agreement with North Canton Professional Firefighter and Paramedic Association (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 11-2022, authorizing bids for Tenth Street Northeast sanitary sewer replacement, cost not to exceed $1,050,000 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 13-2022, authorizing Mayor to execute Johnson & Johnson opioid settlement participation agreement (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 12-2022, amending charter advisory board timeline (6-0)
• Appointed Alice Stephens to Civil Service Commission (6-0)
• Appointed Jeff Weltman and Dave King to Tax Review Board (6-0)
• Appointed Council President Stroia to Planning Commission and ZBOA (6-0)
• Postponed Ordinances 70-2021 and 72-2021 until after January 24 public hearing (6-0)

City Council

The North Canton City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several proposed ordinances, including changes to weed abatement procedures, adult cabaret definitions, swimming pool fencing requirements, and zoning processes. The meeting is a discussion session, not a final vote.

• Ordinance to expedite abatement of noxious weeds and rank vegetation, reducing notice from 30 days to 2 days for violations
• Ordinance to lower minimum swimming pool fence height from 5 feet to 4 feet
• Ordinance to update the definition of adult cabaret businesses
• Ordinance to release the maintenance bond for Sanctuary Development Phase 4 with McKinley-Applegrove Ltd.
• Ordinance to remove the President of Council from the Records and Archives Commission to comply with state law

The Committee of the Whole forwarded a three-year collective bargaining agreement with fire and EMS to the full council for a vote on December 20. The contract includes 3% annual wage increases, a uniform allowance increase to $1,250, and administrative simplifications. Council also advanced several zoning and code updates, including a rewrite of Title 5 to streamline development approvals.

• Forwarded fire/EMS collective bargaining agreement with 3/3/3 wage increases to council (unanimous)
• Advanced adult cabaret definition update to council (unanimous)
• Advanced weed/vegetation violation abatement with 2-day notice to council (unanimous)
• Advanced minor/major right-of-way permit process to council (unanimous)
• Advanced release of $61,113 maintenance bond for Sanctuary Phase 4 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Jan. 24 on pool fence height reduction to 4 feet (unanimous)
• Advanced Title 5 rewrite allowing development department approval of zoning-compliant projects (unanimous)
• Advanced removal of zoning district chart from code (unanimous)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The North Canton Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals is holding a special hearing to consider an area variance request from RLSL LLC for a drive-thru facility at Shale Craft Coffee in the MS-S Zoning District. The board will also approve minutes from the August 24, 2021 meeting.

• Application No. 21NCZBOA-0011: area variance for drive-thru at Shale Craft Coffee
• MS-S Zoning District location
• Approval of August 24, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider two zoning code amendments referred from City Council. The first would establish a source water protection area with regulations for groundwater protection. The second would change drive-thru facilities to a conditional use in the Main Street South Zoning District. The meeting will also approve minutes from the November 3, 2021 meeting.

• Ordinance to establish source water protection area and regulate substances for groundwater protection
• Ordinance amending Chapter 1136, Section 1136.05 to make drive-thru facilities a conditional use in Main Street South District
• Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved two zoning code amendments from City Council. One establishes a source water protection area with new regulations for groundwater protection, and the other changes drive-thru facilities to a conditional use in the Main Street South District. Both passed unanimously 4-0.

• Approved ordinance establishing source water protection area and groundwater substance regulations (4-0)
• Approved ordinance making drive-thru facilities a conditional use in Main Street South District (4-0)
• Approved minutes of November 3, 2021

City Council

The North Canton City Council will hold an organizational meeting for the 2022 legislative year. The session includes a swearing-in ceremony for all officials elected for the 2022-2023 term.

• Swearing-in ceremony for 2022-2023 elected officials at 5:00 PM
• Organizational Meeting of City Council at 6:00 PM

At its December 1, 2021 organizational meeting, North Canton City Council unanimously elected Matthew Stroia as Council President and Stephanie Werren as Vice President for the 2022 session. Council also adopted its rules of procedure and scheduled its first business meeting for December 13, 2021, with a regular meeting on December 20, 2021.

• Elected Matthew Stroia as Council President by a 7-0 vote
• Elected Stephanie Werren as Council Vice President by a 7-0 vote
• Adopted the Council rules of procedure as presented
• Set the first business meeting for December 13, 2021, and a regular meeting for December 20, 2021

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The North Canton Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for November 23, 2021, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of an agenda.

City Council

The City Council public meeting scheduled for November 22, 2021, at the North Canton Civic Center has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum resulting from COVID-19 concerns.

Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board

The Board will hold a regular meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from the November 11, 2021, meeting and the selection of a fifth member.

• Approval of November 11, 2021, meeting minutes
• Selection of fifth member

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to change drive-thru facilities to a conditional use in the Main Street South Zoning District. Additionally, the council will consider an ordinance to exempt single-family owner-occupants from deposit requirements for street opening permits.

• Proposed change of Drive-Thru Facilities to a conditional use in the Main Street South Zoning District
• Ordinance 67-2021: Exemption of owner-occupant single-family homeowners from street excavation deposit requirements

The Committee of the Whole voted to send a zoning amendment to the Planning Commission that would allow drive-throughs as a conditional use in the Main Street South Zoning District, potentially enabling a coffee shop at the former George's Foreign Car Service site. Council also voted to defeat Ordinance 67-2021, which had been tabled, effectively killing it. Member Werren was excused from the meeting.

• Motion to excuse Member Werren carried (6-0)
• Motion to send Main Street South zoning amendment to Planning Commission carried (6-0)
• Motion to remove Ordinance 67-2021 from the table carried (6-0)
• Motion to defeat Ordinance 67-2021 carried (6-0)

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting on November 15, 2021, with several ordinances up for final readings, including a major zoning map amendment affecting 80 parcels, the 2022 appropriations, and updates to personnel policies. The council will also consider establishing a Charter Advisory Board and simplifying the burn permit process. The meeting includes the annual legislative report and public recognition.

• Ordinance 47-2021: Reclassify 80 parcels to align zoning with current uses
• Ordinance 64-2021: 2022 appropriations for current expenses
• Ordinance 61-2021: Final appropriation amendments for FY 2021
• Ordinance 65-2021: Establish 2021-2022 Charter Advisory Board
• Ordinance 66-2021: Simplify burn permit application process

North Canton City Council approved the 2022 appropriations budget and adopted a source water protection ordinance (69-21) as an emergency, giving the city authority to regulate substances outside its boundaries to protect its water system. Council also adopted the 2021-2022 charter advisory board ordinance (65-21) under suspension of the rules, amended to change the first meeting date to December 25th. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Member Werren absent.

• Adopted 2022 appropriations ordinance (64-21) (6-0)
• Adopted source water protection ordinance (69-21) as emergency (6-0)
• Adopted charter advisory board ordinance (65-21) as amended, under suspension of rules (6-0)
• Adopted zoning map reclassification of 80 parcels (47-21) (6-0)
• Adopted outdoor lighting height exemption for memorial light standard (43-21) (6-0)
• Adopted personnel policy manual and compensation updates (62-21, 63-21) (6-0)
• Adopted open burning permit process simplification (66-21) under suspension (6-0)
• Introduced Main Street drive-through conditional use ordinance (72-21), postponed pending Planning Commission

Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board

The Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board of North Canton is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from March 2021 and counting votes from the 2021 Fire Department and Council elections. No other substantive items are listed.

• Count votes from 2021 Fire Department and Council elections
• Approve minutes from March 4, 2021
• Approve minutes from March 11, 2021

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control will hold a regular meeting on November 10, 2021. The agenda includes discussion regarding the Pittsburg/Batton Waterline Replacement Project.

• Pittsburg/Batton Waterline Replacement Project

The North Canton Board of Control approved a three-way contract with the county commissioners and Superior Paving & Materials, Inc. for the Pittsburg/Batton water line replacement project. The total contract amount is $409,030, with the county paying $249,950 in CDBG funds and the city covering the remaining $159,080. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote (3-0).

• Approved $409,030 contract with Superior Paving & Materials for Pittsburg/Batton water line replacement (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 28, 2021 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss community outreach with Jon Zepp and the disposition of property (NAI Spring). The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes.

• Community Outreach Discussion with Jon Zepp
• Disposition of Property (NAI Spring)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) approved a motion to authorize listing a surplus municipal property on Easthill Street for sale through NAI Spring, their consultant. The property, appraised at just under $14,000, was originally purchased for a booster pump station that is no longer needed. The board also discussed broadening its community outreach role, including potential partnerships with SCORE and Walsh University, and scheduled its organizational meeting for January 11, 2022.

• Approved listing of surplus Easthill Street property for sale (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 28 meeting
• Scheduled organizational meeting for January 11, 2022, 9 a.m.

City Council

The Committee of the Whole meeting includes discussions on establishing a Charter Advisory Board to recommend municipal amendments. The agenda also covers updates to open burning permits, street excavation deposit exemptions for homeowners, and water protection standards.

• Establishment of a 7-member 2021-2022 Charter Advisory Board
• Amendments to simplify the Open Burning permit application process
• Exemption of owner-occupant single-family homeowners from street excavation deposits
• New standards for managing regulated substances in a source water protection program
• Glenwood Street SW Waterline Replacement Project Phase II contract up to $1,100,000

The Committee of the Whole voted to place several items on the agenda, including creating a charter advisory board, updating the open burning permit process, and adopting source water protection regulations. A proposed change to the street opening deposit requirement was tabled for further review. The 2022 road resurfacing program and a water line replacement project were also advanced.

• Charter advisory board ordinance moved to agenda (unanimous)
• Open burning permit ordinance moved to agenda (unanimous)
• Street opening deposit change tabled for clarification (unanimous)
• 2022 road resurfacing program moved to agenda (unanimous)
• Source water protection ordinance (5A) moved to agenda as emergency (unanimous)
• Source water protection zoning amendment (5B) moved to agenda (unanimous)
• Glenwood water line replacement Phase 2 moved to agenda as emergency (unanimous)

City Council

North Canton City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 8, 2021, following the Committee of the Whole. The agenda includes second and third readings of several ordinances, including a zoning map amendment affecting 80 parcels, a property conveyance to the Community Improvement Corporation, and final appropriations for the 2022 budget. The council will also consider rental rate changes for city facilities and receive the October 2021 financial report.

• Ordinance 47-2021: reclassify 80 parcels to align zoning with current uses
• Ordinance 59-2021: convey Lot 4236 (Stark County Parcel 9204669) to North Canton Community Improvement Corporation
• Ordinance 60-2021: add inspection costs to street excavation permit deposits
• Ordinance 64-2021: 2022 appropriations for current expenses
• Rental rate changes per Chapter 959, effective December 1, 2021

Council approved the 2022 appropriations budget and several ordinances, including the 2022 street resurfacing program (up to $350,000) and the Glenwood Street water line replacement Phase 2 (up to $1.1 million), both on emergency. It also adopted a zoning map cleanup reclassifying 80 parcels, amended outdoor lighting to allow 30-foot poles as a conditional use, and updated personnel policies. Ordinance 70-21 (source water protection zoning) was postponed pending planning commission review.

• Approved 2022 appropriations budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 47-21 rezoning 80 parcels (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 43-21 allowing 30-foot light poles as conditional use (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 68-21 for 2022 street resurfacing, not to exceed $350,000 (6-1, Foltz no)
• Approved Ordinance 71-21 for Glenwood Street water line replacement Phase 2, not to exceed $1.1 million (6-1, Foltz no)
• Adopted Ordinance 60-21 adding inspection costs to street excavation deposits (unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance 70-21 (source water protection zoning) pending planning commission recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 65-21 establishing charter advisory board (first reading only)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and meeting on November 3, 2021. The main item is a conditional use application from the North Canton School District to replace an existing elementary school at 150 Clearmount Ave SW, which is within 300 feet of a Residential District. The commission will also review the general and final development plans for the same project, and will consider approving the October 6, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Conditional use application 21NCPC-0015 to replace elementary school within 300 feet of Residential District
• General Development Review and Final Development Review for school replacement
• Public hearing on Application No. 21NCPC-0015
• Approval of October 6, 2021 meeting minutes

The North Canton Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit and development review for a new 100,000-square-foot elementary school at 150 Clearmount Avenue SW, replacing the existing Clearmount Elementary. The project includes a two-story building, separate bus and parent traffic, and two detention basins. Both approvals were unanimous (4-0) after member Eric Dalpiaz recused himself.

• Approved conditional use permit for new elementary school within 300 feet of residential district (4-0)
• Approved general and final development review for new school (4-0)
• Approved October 6, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for October 26, 2021, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of an agenda.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding personnel regulations, including a new employee handbook and changes to hiring practices. The agenda also includes a proposal to reclassify 215 parcels within the city's zoning map.

• Ordinance 47-2021: Reclassifying 215 parcels to update city zoning
• Ordinance 56-2021: Increasing position cap for Fire/EMS personnel
• Ordinance 57-2021: Eliminating newspaper publication requirement for job postings
• Ordinance 59-2021: Transferring Lot 4236 to North Canton Community Improvement Corporation
• Ordinance 60-2021: Requiring permit applicants to reimburse City inspection costs

Council approved several ordinances, including raising the position cap for fire/EMS personnel (Ordinance 56-21), eliminating newspaper job posting requirements (57-21), transferring a city parcel to the Community Improvement Corporation (59-21), and reclassifying 80 parcels to align zoning with current uses (47-21). Also passed second reading of an ordinance adding inspection costs to street excavation deposits (60-21), with plans for a separate amendment to address small resident projects. Public comments raised concerns about a $500 curb-cut deposit and the city's land banking of the former K-Mart property.

• Adopted Ordinance 56-21 increasing fire/EMS position cap (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 57-21 eliminating newspaper job posting requirement (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 59-21 authorizing property transfer to Community Improvement Corporation (unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 47-21 reclassifying 80 parcels' zoning (unanimous)
• Passed second reading of Ordinance 60-21 adding inspection costs to street excavation deposits (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 61-21 authorizing final appropriation amendments for fiscal year close (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 62-21 repealing and replacing employee handbook (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Sept. 20 and Sept. 27 meetings and Q3 finance report (unanimous)

City Council

North Canton City Council is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to consider several ordinances, including zoning changes to allow taller LED light poles in the Main Street North Gateway District and to lower the minimum pool fence height from five to four feet. The council will also discuss year-end budget adjustments for 2021, set the 2022 appropriations, and consider replacing the Employee Handbook with a new Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual. These items are under review by the respective committees and may be voted on at a future council meeting.

• Ordinance 43-2021: Allow light poles up to 30 ft with LED lights in Main Street North Gateway District (Planning Commission recommended 4-1)
• Ordinance 58-2021: Lower minimum pool fence height from 5 ft to 4 ft; public hearing date proposed for Nov 22, 2021
• Ordinance to authorize Finance Director to make final 2021 appropriation amendments to balance and close the fiscal year
• Resolution to accept Budget Commission tax levies and certify them to the County Auditor
• Ordinance to repeal and replace Employee Handbook with new Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual

The North Canton City Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting, primarily reviewing the proposed 2022 budget and setting a public hearing for November 22 on proposed fence and pool regulations. No final votes were taken on the budget or the fence/pool changes; the council only authorized placing items on the next meeting's agenda.

• Set public hearing for Nov 22 on fence/pool ordinance changes (unanimous)
• Authorized legislation for North Gateway lighting height increase to 30 feet (unanimous)
• Placed finance items on agenda for year-end fund allocation (unanimous)
• Placed county auditor certification item on agenda (unanimous)
• Placed personnel handbook and Chapter 155 updates on agenda (unanimous)
• Placed personnel regulations item on agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding a meeting to receive public input regarding Ordinance 43-2021. This ordinance proposes allowing light poles up to 30 feet tall as a conditional use within the Main St. North Gateway Zoning District.

• Public hearing for Ord. 43-2021 regarding 30 ft. light poles

The North Canton City Council held a public hearing on Ordinance 43-2021, which would allow light poles up to 30 feet tall as a conditional use in the Main Street North Gateway zoning district. One resident spoke in favor, citing benefits of LED lighting and energy efficiency. No vote was taken; the hearing was adjourned after public comment.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 43-2021 held; no vote taken
• Motion to excuse absent Member Peters approved (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn approved (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two ordinances from City Council regarding amendments to the City's Planning and Zoning Code. These include a change to swimming pool fence height requirements and a reclassification of 80 parcels within the city.

• Ordinance to lower minimum required fencing height for swimming pools to four feet
• Ordinance to reclassify 80 parcels in North Canton to align zoning with current uses

The North Canton Planning Commission approved an ordinance lowering the minimum required swimming pool fence height from 5 feet to 4 feet, with amendments removing the credit for aboveground pool sidewalls and the allowance for living fences. The commission also approved a zoning map amendment reclassifying 80 parcels to better reflect current uses, with several changes made by city council from the original draft.

• Approved pool fence height reduction from 5 to 4 feet, with amendments removing aboveground pool credit and living fence provision (voice vote, 1 nay)
• Approved zoning map amendment reclassifying 80 parcels per council's revised draft (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved September 1, 2021 meeting minutes (1 abstention)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for September 28, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of an agenda. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of an agenda

Records & Archives Commission

The North Canton Records and Archives Commission met on September 20, 2021, at 9:00 AM at City Hall. The agenda consists entirely of procedural steps, including the call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment. No specific business items, contracts, or decisions were detailed in the provided notice.

• Approval of Minutes
• New Business (no specific items listed)

City Council

North Canton City Council will hear a special presentation from Walsh University Gov Challenge finalists and consider two ordinances. One ordinance would authorize the mayor to convey vacant city-owned Lot 4236 on Easthill to the North Canton Community Improvement Corporation. Another would amend the street excavation deposit rules to require permit applicants to reimburse the city for inspection costs.

• Conveyance of Lot 4236 (Stark County Parcel 9204669) on Easthill to North Canton Community Improvement Corporation
• Amendment to Chapter 907, Section 907.03 to add inspection cost reimbursement for street opening permits
• Special presentation by 2021 Walsh University Gov Challenge finalists

City Council

North Canton City Council will consider several ordinances, including a grant application for the Charlotte Street Improvement Project, supplemental appropriations, and updates to the city code. The meeting includes items from multiple committees, with the most significant being the emergency authorization for the OPWC grant application due by September 17.

• Authorize OPWC grant application for Charlotte Street Improvement Project (up to $1,500,000) with North Canton City Schools
• Approve supplemental appropriations totaling $13,275 for Police Department and sewer fund reallocation
• Adopt 2021 replacement pages to Codified Ordinances, including traffic and criminal code updates
• Increase fire/EMS personnel cap from 9 to 12
• Eliminate newspaper publication requirement for job postings

The Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to move several items to the regular agenda, including a joint OPWC grant application with the school district for a roundabout at the Portage-Charlotte-Willaman intersection, a $13,275 fund allocation for police and sewer departments, an annual code update, an increase in the EMS/firefighter position cap by three, and removal of the newspaper job-posting requirement. It also recommended sending a pool fence height reduction to the Planning Commission and scheduled a public hearing for October 18 at 6:45 p.m. on Main Street North Gateway lighting. No final decisions were made; all items are pending the regular meeting.

• Moved roundabout grant application to agenda (unanimous)
• Moved $13,275 allocation for police and sewer to agenda (unanimous)
• Moved annual ordinance code update to agenda (unanimous)
• Moved EMS/firefighter position cap increase by 3 to agenda (unanimous)
• Moved removal of newspaper job-posting requirement to agenda (unanimous)
• Recommended pool fence height reduction from 5 to 4 feet to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Main Street North Gateway lighting on Oct 18 at 6:45 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting on September 13, 2021, with several first-reading ordinances and resolutions. Key items include authorizing a grant application for the Charlotte Street Improvement Project, appropriating funds for current expenses, amending fire department personnel caps, and changing job posting requirements. The council will also consider a resolution to amend zoning regulations for swimming pools.

• Ordinance 53-2021: Authorizes applying for an OPWC grant for the Charlotte Street Improvement Project (approx. 2,000 linear feet, including a roundabout at Portage Street).
• Ordinance 54-2021: Appropriates funds for current expenses for fiscal year 2021.
• Ordinance 56-2021: Increases the position cap for EMT/Paramedic/Firefighters in the Fire and EMS Department.
• Ordinance 57-2021: Eliminates the requirement to publish job postings in a newspaper.
• Resolution 13-2021: Submits amendments to zoning code for swimming pools in single-family and two-family residential districts.

Council adopted Ordinance 53-21 authorizing the Mayor to apply for a $1.5 million Ohio Public Works Commission grant for the Charlotte Street improvement project, in partnership with North Canton City Schools, and to enter into agreements if awarded. The ordinance was passed under suspension of rules after a committee vote. Other ordinances adopted included appropriations, codified ordinance updates, fire department staffing increases, and elimination of newspaper job posting requirements.

• Adopted Ordinance 53-21 authorizing $1.5M grant application for Charlotte Street project (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 54-21 appropriating funds for current expenses (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 55-21 approving replacement pages to codified ordinances (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 56-21 increasing fire department position cap for EMTs, paramedics, firefighters (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 57-21 eliminating newspaper job posting requirement (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 13-21 referring swimming pool fence height reduction to Planning Commission (6-0)
• Approved minutes from August 23rd meetings and finance report (6-0)
• Excused Member Foltz from meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and review two conditional use applications: one for a home occupation law office at 319 Mississippi St. SE and another for a Blue Falls Car Wash at 500 Applegrove St. NW. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and general development reviews for both properties.

• Conditional use for home occupation law office at 319 Mississippi St. SE
• Conditional use for Blue Falls Car Wash at 500 Applegrove St. NW
• General development review for law office at 319 Mississippi St. SE
• General development review for car wash at 500 Applegrove St. NW
• Approval of July 21, 2021 meeting minutes

The North Canton Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit and development review for a home occupation law office at 319 Mississippi Avenue SE, with variances from the Zoning Board of Appeals allowing up to 41% of the home for the office and one part-time employee. The commission also approved a conditional use permit and development review for a new 5,200-square-foot Blue Falls Car Wash at 500 Applegrove Street NW, subject to conditions including a traffic study review and tree replacements. Both approvals were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved conditional use permit for home occupation law office at 319 Mississippi Ave SE (4-0)
• Approved general development review for home occupation law office at 319 Mississippi Ave SE (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Blue Falls Car Wash at 500 Applegrove St NW (4-0)
• Approved general development review for Blue Falls Car Wash at 500 Applegrove St NW (4-0)
• Approved minutes from July 21, 2021 (3-0)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The North Canton Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals approved two variance requests. The first granted Sandra K. Cheshire an area variance to use about 41% of her home for a law office and a use variance to allow one part-time employee, with the condition that activity occurs during reasonable business hours. The second granted Jim D. Fletcher a variance to use an existing barn at 206 Willaman Avenue for personal storage only. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the July 20, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the July 20, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Granted Sandra K. Cheshire an area variance to use approximately 41% of her home at 319 Mississippi Street SE for a law office.
• Granted Sandra K. Cheshire a use variance to allow one part-time employee to assist with her law practice.
• Conditioned the variances for Sandra K. Cheshire on activity being limited to reasonable business hours during the week.
• Granted Jim D. Fletcher a variance to use the barn at 206 Willaman Avenue NW for personal storage only.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:25 p.m.

City Council

City Council is reviewing Ordinance 47-2021, which proposes amending the city zoning map to reclassify 215 different parcels. The changes aim to ensure current zoning accurately reflects existing land uses and provides opportunities for future residents and businesses.

• Reclassification of 215 parcels throughout North Canton
• Zoning change for Beechwood Avenue NE from Residential Multi-Family B to RMF-A
• Reclassification of 0.234 acres at Hume Street NW and School Avenue NW to RMF-A
• Conversion of various residential lots to Park and Institutional (P&I) use
• Reclassification of portions of Out Lot 53 on Pierce Avenue NW to Residential Single Family Small Lot

The North Canton City Council held a public hearing on Ordinance 47-21, a citywide zoning cleanup affecting 215 parcels. No final votes were taken; council members directed staff to hold several sections (C, D, E, F, G, R, T, Y) for further review, including property line disputes, owner requests, and financing concerns for condo associations. The hearing was procedural, with decisions deferred to a later meeting.

• Held public hearing on Ordinance 47-21 (zoning reclassification of 215 parcels)
• Excused Council Member Werren from roll call (motion carried)
• Placed hold on Section C (605 Lois Ave) pending owner's zoning preference
• Placed hold on Sections D and E (Whittier Ave) pending property line verification
• Placed hold on Section F (Emerson) and G (Werstler) pending utility and drainage review
• Placed hold on Section R (Washington Square) pending HOA consultation
• Placed hold on Section T (behind bank) pending further review
• Placed hold on Section Y (condo associations) pending financing impact study

City Council

The North Canton City Council is scheduled to take first readings on three ordinances: joining the national opioid distributor settlement, accepting a $500,000 state grant for park upgrades, and approving a construction agreement for the Monticello Phase 8 development. The meeting also includes a presentation of preliminary results from the 2021 Bi-Annual Community Survey and approval of minutes from previous sessions.

• Ordinance 50-2021: Authorizes Mayor to execute Participation Agreement for OneOhio opioid settlement with McKesson, Cardinal Health, and AmerisourceBergen.
• Ordinance 51-2021: Authorizes $500,000 grant from Ohio DNR for recreation facilities at Maple Street Park, Bitzer Park, and Dogwood Park.
• Ordinance 52-2021: Authorizes performance agreement with AMC Land Company LTD. for streets, storm water, and sewer improvements for Monticello Phase 8.
• Presentation of preliminary results from the 2021 Bi-Annual North Canton Community Survey.

City Council approved three ordinances on emergency: joining the OneOhio opioid settlement, accepting a $500,000 state grant for park upgrades, and a performance agreement for Monticello Phase 8. Council also waived a hearing for a liquor permit for the Elks Lodge and received the biannual community survey results.

• Adopted Ordinance 50-21 authorizing mayor to join OneOhio opioid settlement (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 51-21 accepting $500,000 ODNR grant for Maple Street, Bitzer, and Dogwood parks (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 52-21 for Monticello Phase 8 infrastructure improvements, $539,909.65 (unanimous)
• Waived hearing on D4 liquor permit for Massillon-North Canton Elks Lodge 2029 at 721 North Main St (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 21, June 28, July 12, July 21, August 3, 4, and 5 meetings (unanimous, with abstentions)

City Council

North Canton City Council is holding a special meeting to give a third and final reading to Ordinance 49-2021, which would reallocate $500,000 from paving, curbs, and gutters projects to the Dogwood Park improvement project for the 2021 fiscal year. The ordinance is the only substantive item on the agenda and is scheduled for a vote.

• Ordinance 49-2021, 3rd reading: reallocates $500,000 from Paving, Curbs, & Gutters to Parks Dept. for Dogwood Park
• Transfer is within the Capital Improvement Fund, with no net change to total appropriations
• Special council meeting held at 7:00 AM on August 5, 2021

The North Canton City Council held a special meeting on August 5, 2021, and adopted Ordinance 49-21 on its third reading, authorizing the appropriation of funds for current expenses related to the Dogwood Park improvement project for fiscal year 2021. The motion to adopt was made by Councilman Foltz, seconded by Councilwoman Werren, and passed unanimously by voice vote. The council also excused absent members Cerreta and Revoldt. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Ordinance 49-21 appropriating funds for Dogwood Park improvement project (unanimous)
• Excused Council Members Cerreta and Revoldt from attendance (unanimous)

City Council

North Canton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Ordinance No. 49-2021 on second reading, which would reallocate $500,000 from transportation capital improvements (Paving, Curbs, & Gutters) to parks capital improvements for the Dogwood Park Improvement Project. The ordinance is in the Finance and Property Committee and is up for a vote.

• Ordinance No. 49-2021: reallocate $500,000 from Paving, Curbs, & Gutters to Parks Dept. for Dogwood Park project
• Second reading of the ordinance
• Special council meeting at 7:00 AM

The North Canton City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved Ordinance 49-21, which authorizes the appropriation of funds for current expenses related to the Dogwood Park Improvement Project for fiscal year 2021. The ordinance was read by title only and passed on second reading with a 5-0 vote. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved Ordinance 49-21 appropriating funds for Dogwood Park Improvement Project (5-0)
• Excused absent members Revoldt and Cerreta (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 4, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The notice states the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued by Martin B. Van Gundy IV, Chief Building Official

City Council

At this special meeting, City Council will hold the first reading of an ordinance to reallocate $500,000 within the capital improvement fund from Paving, Curbs, & Gutters projects to Parks projects for the Dogwood Park Improvement Project. The ordinance is a supplemental appropriation for the current fiscal year, and no new funds are being added.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 49-2021 to appropriate $500,000 for Dogwood Park Improvement Project
• Reallocates $500,000 from Paving, Curbs, & Gutters to Parks Dept. within capital improvement fund
• Supplemental appropriation totals $0.00 (no new funds)
• Special council meeting held August 3, 2021 at 5:00 PM

The North Canton City Council held a special meeting on August 3, 2021, to discuss funding for the Dogwood Park 'Possibility Playground' project. Administration officials presented the plan and requested $500,000 from the city to complete the project, which is part of a larger $6 million park program. No formal vote was taken during this meeting; the request was discussed and supported by several council members, with a vote expected at a later date.

• Excused absent council members Cerreta and Revoldt (unanimous)
• Discussed $500,000 city funding request for Dogwood Park playground (no vote taken)

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the previous meeting and consider awarding a contract for sludge lagoon cleaning. The only new business item is a bid from Burch Hydro, Inc. at $12.80 per cubic yard.

• Award Burch Hydro, Inc. Sludge Lagoon Cleaning Bid Project at $12.80/Cubic Yard
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2021 meeting

The North Canton Board of Control approved the minutes from July 14, 2021, and awarded the sludge lagoon cleaning project to Burch Hydro, Incorporated, at $12.80 per cubic yard. The bid was the only one submitted and was approved unanimously. The project is necessary to prevent the water treatment plant from shutting down if lagoons reach capacity.

• Approved minutes from July 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Awarded sludge lagoon cleaning contract to Burch Hydro, Inc. at $12.80 per cubic yard (unanimous)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The Community Improvement Corporation of North Canton is holding a routine public meeting to review prior meeting minutes and discuss new business, specifically ethics rules. No votes, contracts, or financial actions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of minutes from prior meeting
• Discussion of ethics rules under new business

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation adopted a conflict of interest policy and accepted a board resignation, appointing a replacement. The board also approved the prior meeting's minutes and adjourned.

• Adopted conflict of interest policy (unanimous roll call)
• Accepted Jane Nicholson's resignation (unanimous roll call)
• Appointed Ryan Grosschmidt to fill Jane Nicholson's term (unanimous roll call)
• Approved June 24, 2021 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for July 27, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of an agenda. The cancellation notice was issued by Chief Building Official Martin B. Van Gundy IV on July 21, 2021.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Notice issued by Chief Building Official Martin B. Van Gundy IV

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a conditional use and development review for a North Canton School District transportation facility expansion at 341 Wise Ave NE, and to review proposed amendments to the city's outdoor lighting regulations. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public hearings on these items.

• Conditional use application 21NCPC-0010 for school transportation facility expansion at 341 Wise Ave NE
• General development review application 21NCPC-0009 for same facility expansion
• Proposed zoning code amendment to Section 1155.11 (Outdoor Lighting Regulations)
• Ordinance amending Section 1155.11(d) regarding lighting exemptions
• Approval of July 7, 2021 meeting minutes

The North Canton Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit and general development plan for a new North Canton City School District transportation facility at 341 Wise Avenue NE, including a 20-foot easement for a water main relocation and a gate at Pershing Street open during school hours. The commission also approved an ordinance allowing taller light poles (up to 30 feet) in the North Gateway district on North Main Street, with a 4-1 vote. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes.

• Approved conditional use permit for school transportation facility expansion at 341 Wise Ave NE (4-0, Dalpiaz recused)
• Approved general development plan for same facility, with condition of 20-foot water main easement and gate at Pershing open during school hours (4-0)
• Approved ordinance allowing up to 30-foot light poles in North Gateway district, conditional on photometric study (4-1, Serra opposed)
• Approved minutes from July 7 meeting (3-0, two abstentions)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The North Canton Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 20, 2021, at the Civic Center. The agenda includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and two adjudication hearings for property owners seeking exceptions to local building codes. No new ordinances or budget items are scheduled for decision.

• Application 21NCZBOA-0006: Rimon Daoud requests to keep an existing 4-foot aluminum fence at 1582 Sperry Lane SE instead of the required 5-foot fence.
• Application 21NCZBOA-0008: Christina Dick requests to reduce the rear yard at 1416 Red Coach St SE from 40 feet to 33 feet to build a patio enclosure.

The North Canton Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals approved two variance requests. The first allowed Rimon Daoud to keep an existing 4-foot aluminum fence instead of the required 5-foot fence for a new swimming pool. The second allowed Christina and Rodney Dick to reduce the rear yard setback from 40 feet to 33 feet to build a 12-by-11 foot enclosed patio room. Both approvals were unanimous, with one abstention on the first.

• Approved variance 21-NCZBOA-0006 for Rimon Daoud to keep a 4-foot fence instead of the required 5-foot fence (vote 3-0, one abstention).
• Approved variance 21-NCZBOA-0008 for Christina and Rodney Dick to reduce the rear yard setback from 40 to 33 feet for a patio enclosure (vote 4-0).
• Approved the July 6, 2021 meeting minutes (vote 4-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:34 p.m.

Board of Control

The Board of Control will meet to discuss the federally funded North Main Street paving project. The agenda contains no other specific items for discussion or decision.

• Federally funded North Main Street paving project

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding a regular meeting with several administrative items on the agenda. They will consider the June 2021 finance report, adopt ordinances creating a billing disputes board and updating personnel and zoning regulations, and receive a presentation on the city's 2020 audit. The council will also discuss the 2021 alternate tax budget.

• June 2021 Finance Report
• Ordinance 41-2021 creating Chapter 150 Billing Disputes Board
• Ordinances 40-2021 and 48-2021 amending Chapter 155 Personnel Regulations
• Ordinance 31-2021 creating Chapter 1136 Main Street Districts Regulations
• Discussion of 2021 Alternate Tax Budget

The North Canton City Council approved the minutes and reports, including the June 2021 finance report and several ordinance-related documents. Council authorized the Director of Finance to prepare and submit the 2021 alternate tax budget to the county auditor before the August 20 deadline. The 2020 audit was presented with no material findings, and the city finished the year in the black. Council also recognized the promotion of Bradley Dillon to fire captain.

• Approved minutes and reports, including the June 2021 finance report and ordinance-related chapters.
• Authorized the Director of Finance to prepare and submit the 2021 alternate tax budget to the county auditor.
• Approved attaching the transmittal letter, independent auditor's report, and management discussion and analysis to the minutes as a substitute for the verbatim audit presentation.
• Excused Council Member Peters from the meeting.
• Recognized the promotion of Bradley Dillon to fire captain.

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and meeting to consider a conditional use and general development review for a proposed expansion of the North Canton School District transportation facility at 341 Wise Ave NE, as well as a preliminary plat for Monticello Phase #8, a 15-lot subdivision on 12.97 acres. The meeting will also include approval of the June 2, 2021 minutes.

• Conditional use application 21NCPC-0010 for school transportation facility expansion at 341 Wise Ave NE
• General development review application 21NCPC-0009 for same facility expansion
• Preliminary plat application 21NCPC-0005 for Monticello Phase #8 (15 lots, 12.97 acres)
• Approval of June 2, 2021 meeting minutes

The North Canton Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for Monticello Phase 8, a 15-lot residential development on 12.97 acres, with conditions related to a fire access road. The commission also approved the June 2, 2021 meeting minutes. Two agenda items were tabled, and a special meeting was discussed to reschedule them.

• Approved June 2, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled agenda items 4 and 5 (2-0-1, with one abstention)
• Approved preliminary plat for Monticello Phase 8, 15 lots on 12.97 acres (3-0)
• Approved with conditions: paved fire access road from Shiloh Run SE to Grassmere SE, revised construction plan, and completion before vertical construction

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The North Canton Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals will hold a hearing on July 6, 2021, to consider four adjudication requests. Three applications from AMC Land Company seek to waive street extension and public open-space requirements for the proposed Monticello Phase 8 residential development. A fourth request asks to allow non-residential storage in an existing barn.

• Application 21NCZBOA-0005: Waive requirement to extend a street from Monticello Phase 8 to Grassmere Street SE
• Application 21NCZBOA-0004: Waive requirement to extend a street to Fieldcrest Estate, LTD land north of the development
• Application 21NCZBOA-0003: Waive requirement to dedicate 2.5% of gross area as public open space
• Application 21NCZBOA-0002: Aaron Mizener, 206 Willaman Ave NW, requests to use existing barn for non-residential storage
• Meeting includes call to order, roll call, election of officers, and approval of August 25, 2020 minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved all three variance requests from AMC Land Company for the Monticello Phase 8 residential development. The first variance, to eliminate the requirement to extend the street through to Grassmere Street, was approved as amended to require the developer to install an 18-foot wide emergency access road with a gate controlled by fire and EMS personnel, in accordance with NFPA standards. The second variance, to not extend the street to the Fieldcrest Estate property, was approved. The third variance, to eliminate the requirement to dedicate 2.5 percent of gross area as public open space, was approved with the condition that a .66-acre open space easement be provided. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved variance 21NCZBOA-0005 to eliminate street extension to Grassmere, amended to require an 18-foot emergency access road with a gate for fire/EMS only (4-0)
• Approved variance 21NCZBOA-0004 to eliminate street extension to Fieldcrest Estate (4-0)
• Approved variance 21NCZBOA-0003 to eliminate 2.5% public open space requirement, with .66-acre easement provided (4-0)
• Approved variance for Aaron Mizener to use existing barn for storage of personal items only, entirely inside the barn (4-0)
• Re-elected current officers (Chairman Clint Zollinger, Vice Chair Ms. Boyajian) for the year (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 25, 2020 meeting (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve eligible lists for entry-level positions. These lists determine the candidates qualified for hire in specific city departments.

• Approval of Fire/EMS 1 Eligible List
• Approval of Dispatch 1 eligible list
• Approval of Police 1 eligible list

City Council

North Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 28, 2021, with several items up for final readings, including a major zoning overhaul for Main Street that would create five new districts and reclassify 379 parcels. The council will also consider compensation for future elected officials, a Billing Disputes Board, alley vacations, and a waterline replacement project. Special presentations will be made by the Jaycees and the Master Plan Committee.

• Ordinance 31-2021 (3rd reading): Creates Chapter 1136 Main Street Districts Regulations, establishing five new zoning districts along Main Street.
• Ordinance 33-2021 (3rd reading): Reclassifies 379 parcels along Main Street to the new districts.
• Ordinance 40-2021 (3rd reading): Sets compensation rates for future elected officials, effective Dec. 1, 2021.
• Ordinance 46-2021 (2nd reading): Authorizes agreement with Stark County for CDBG funds on the Pittsburg/Batton Waterline Replacement Project.
• Resolution 12-2021 (2nd reading): Submits amendments to outdoor lighting regulations to allow taller light poles (up to 30 feet) in the Main Street North Gateway District.

Council adopted Ordinance 31-21, creating Main Street zoning districts (North Gateway, North, Center, South, South Gateway) to enable future development. The ordinance passed on third reading after discussion, with officials noting it is a dynamic framework that can be amended. Council also adopted Resolution 12-21, amending outdoor lighting regulations for the Main Street North Gateway area, under suspension of rules.

• Adopted Ordinance 31-21, creating Main Street zoning districts, on third reading.
• Adopted Resolution 12-21, amending outdoor lighting regulations for Main Street North Gateway, under suspension of rules.
• Approved minutes from June 7, 14, and 21, 2021 meetings as presented.
• Recognized Andrew Cramer as new battalion chief for fire and EMS.
• Received Jaycees presentation honoring Mayor and Police Chief.
• Heard public comments on school construction and council pay raise ordinance.

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The Community Improvement Corporation of North Canton is meeting to discuss new business, including the purchase of property on Stratavon, and to approve minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting is open to the public or livestreamed.

• Purchase of property on Stratavon
• Approval of prior CIC meeting minutes from 05.18.2021

The Community Improvement Corporation approved the cash purchase of two parcels at 289 Stratavon Avenue NW for $208,000, funded by a $100,000 city grant and CIC treasury funds. The property, currently zoned residential, is part of the Main Street North gateway redevelopment area. The board also approved the minutes from the May 18, 2021 meeting.

• Approved purchase of 289 Stratavon Avenue NW for $208,000 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of May 18, 2021 meeting as submitted

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 22, 2021 was cancelled because not enough members were available to form a quorum. The city is working to reschedule the meeting and will post a notice once a new date is set.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Reschedule date to be announced

City Council

North Canton City Council will consider an ordinance to reclassify 244 parcels across the city to align zoning with current uses, following a Planning Commission recommendation. The council will also discuss adding Juneteenth as a paid holiday for city employees. A public hearing on the zoning changes is scheduled for August 2, 2021.

• Ordinance to rezone 244 parcels citywide, including specific changes along Beechwood Avenue NE, Hume Street NW, and Pierce Avenue NW
• Public hearing set for August 2, 2021 at 6:45 PM on the zoning map amendment
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 155 to include Juneteenth as a holiday allowance
• Planning Commission approved the zoning map update on June 2, 2021

The council voted to set a public hearing for August 23, 2021, to consider reclassifying 244 parcels citywide, following a planning commission recommendation. It also approved an ordinance amending Chapter 155 to add Juneteenth as an official city holiday, and scheduled a special committee meeting for July 12, 2021, before the regular council meeting.

• Set a public hearing for August 23, 2021, to consider rezoning 244 parcels.
• Approved an ordinance adding Juneteenth as an official city holiday.
• Scheduled a special committee meeting for July 12, 2021, prior to the regular council meeting.

City Council

The North Canton City Council is acting on Ordinance 45-2021, which authorizes the vacation of specific sections of Alley Number 73, Alley Number 61, and all of Alley Number 8. The ordinance follows a public hearing held on June 14, 2021, and petitions from all abutting landowners. The action formally removes these alley segments from the city's right-of-way map.

• Vacation of a portion of Alley Number 73 from the North Right-Of-way of Church Street SW North to Alley Number 8
• Vacation of a portion of Alley Number 61 from the North Right-Of-Way of Church Street SW North to the North line of City Lot Number 606
• Vacation of all of Alley Number 8 from the West Right-Of-Way of South Main Street West to Alley Number 37

The North Canton City Council held a public hearing on June 14, 2021, to receive input on the proposed vacation of portions of Alley No. 37, Alley No. 61, and all of Alley No. 8, located near St. Paul's and Zion churches. The administration recommended vacating the alleys, citing low public use and the churches' willingness to take over maintenance. No one spoke in opposition, and the hearing was closed. The matter was referred to Ordinance 45-2021, which was to be read for the first time at the council meeting.

• Held public hearing on vacation of Alley No. 37, Alley No. 61, and Alley No. 8.
• Heard administration's recommendation to vacate the alleys, with churches to assume maintenance.
• Received no public opposition to the vacation.
• Closed the public hearing.
• Referred the matter to Ordinance 45-2021 for first reading.

City Council

Council voted to place two tax levies on the ballot: one for ambulance/EMS services (Resolution 10-21) and one for fire apparatus and personnel (Resolution 11-21, amended to be an additional levy). It also advanced the second reading of Ordinance 31-21, creating Main Street zoning districts, and related ordinances, despite concerns about developer input. Additionally, council approved the second reading of Ordinance 40-21, setting future council salaries, with one abstention.

• Adopted Resolution 10-21, submitting a tax levy renewal/increase for ambulance and EMS services to voters.
• Adopted Resolution 11-21 as amended, submitting an additional tax levy for fire apparatus and personnel to voters.
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 31-21, creating Main Street zoning districts.
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 32-21, repealing the Main Street Business zoning district.
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 33-21, reclassifying 379 parcels along Main Street to new zoning districts.
• Adopted third reading of Ordinance 38-21, dissolving the Recreation Board.
• Adopted third reading of Ordinance 39-21, amending water/sewer sale rules outside city boundaries.
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 40-21, setting future council salaries, with one abstention.

City Council

The North Canton City Council will discuss potential zoning amendments to allow taller LED light poles in commercial districts, consider vacating three alleys to adjacent churches, and vote on ordinances for the 2021 budget and a CDBG-funded waterline replacement project.

• Discussion of amendments to Chapter 1155 to allow LED light poles up to 30 feet in commercial districts
• Ordinance appropriating funds for 2021 current expenses
• Discussion of vacation of Alley #8, #37, and #61 to St. Paul's and Zion churches
• Ordinance authorizing agreement with Stark County for CDBG funds on Pittsburg/Batton Waterline Replacement Project

The Committee of the Whole discussed a proposal to raise parking lot light poles from 20 to 30 feet, but after hearing from the building inspector, members agreed to recommend a 25-foot limit (including base) in the North Main Street Gateway, with a conditional use permit allowing up to 30 feet. The matter will be sent to the Planning Commission for an ordinance amendment. The committee also discussed additional appropriations, including $115,000 for economic development and environmental assessments, and a $64,450 request from the law enforcement trust fund for a new CAD RMS system, but no formal votes were taken.

• Recommended 25-ft light pole limit in North Gateway, with conditional use for up to 30 ft
• Agreed to send light pole amendment to Planning Commission
• Discussed $115,000 appropriation for Main Street acquisition and environmental assessments
• Discussed $64,450 CAD RMS system replacement from law enforcement trust fund

City Council

North Canton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions that would place tax levy renewals and increases on the November 2, 2021 ballot for ambulance/EMS services and fire services. The council will also consider a supplemental appropriation ordinance to fund expenses related to recently purchased buildings and an environmental assessment. These are second readings for the levies, meaning they have been previously introduced and are now up for further discussion or vote.

• Resolution 10-2021: EMS levy renewal (1.5 mills) and increase (1.8 mills) totaling 3.3 mills (33 cents per $100 valuation) for 5 years, on Nov. 2021 ballot
• Resolution 11-2021: Fire levy additional 1.5 mills (15 cents per $100 valuation) for 5 years, on Nov. 2021 ballot
• Ordinance: Supplemental appropriations of $115,000 for 1200 & 1206 N. Main Street buildings and environmental assessment at former Kmart
• Lease revenues of $80,000 anticipated to offset $40,000 in building costs

The North Canton City Council unanimously approved resolutions to place two tax levy questions on the November 2, 2021 ballot: one for ambulance/EMS services and one for fire apparatus and personnel. Council also adopted the 2021 appropriations ordinance, including an additional $64,000 for a new RMS system, under suspension of rules. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 10-21 placing ambulance/EMS tax levy renewal and increase on Nov. 2 ballot (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 11-21 placing fire apparatus and personnel tax levy renewal and increase on Nov. 2 ballot (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 44-21 appropriating funds for 2021 current expenses, including $64,000 for new RMS system (7-0)
• Suspended Council Rule 24 to consider item 7A without committee report (7-0)
• Suspended rules requiring three readings to adopt Ordinance 44-21 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission will hold a special public meeting to consider a preliminary plat for Monticello Phase #8 (15 lots on 12.97 acres) and several zoning code amendments. These amendments, proposed by City Council, would create new Main Street zoning districts and reclassify 429 parcels along Main Street. The commission will also consider a current zoning map and other amendments from Mayor Wilder.

• Preliminary plat for Monticello Phase #8: 15 lots, 12.97 acres
• Ordinance to create Chapter 1140 Main Street Districts Regulations
• Ordinance to repeal Main Street Business zoning district (Chapter 1137)
• Reclassification of 429 parcels along Main Street to new districts
• Adoption of current zoning map and various zoning amendments

The North Canton Planning Commission approved the Main Street District zoning regulations (Chapter 1136), repealing the old Main Street Business district and reclassifying 379 parcels along Main Street. It also approved consolidating the zoning map and 55 amendments to align parcels with current uses. The Monticello phase 8 preliminary plat was tabled to July.

• Approved Main Street District regulations (Chapter 1136) with amendments (4-0)
• Approved repeal of Main Street Business zoning district (4-0)
• Approved reclassification of 379 parcels along Main Street (4-0)
• Approved adoption of current zoning map (3-0)
• Approved 55 zoning amendments to align parcels with current uses (3-0)
• Tabled Monticello phase 8 preliminary plat (15 lots, 12.97 acres) to July
• Approved April 21, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for May 25, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of an agenda. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 24, 2021. The agenda includes several ordinances and resolutions, with the most significant being the first reading of a package to create new Main Street zoning districts, reclassify 379 parcels, and repeal the existing Main Street Business district. The council will also consider first readings on tax levies for ambulance and fire services, and a resolution to place them on the ballot. Several items are in second or third reading, including ordinances to dissolve the Recreation Board and amend water connection fees.

• Ordinance 31-2021 (1st reading): Creates Chapter 1136 Main Street Districts Regulations, establishing five new zoning districts along Main Street.
• Ordinance 33-2021 (1st reading): Reclassifies 379 parcels along Main Street to the new zoning districts.
• Resolution 10-2021 (1st reading): Submits a renewal and increase of a tax levy for ambulance/EMS services.
• Resolution 11-2021 (1st reading): Submits a renewal and increase of a tax levy for fire apparatus and personnel.
• Ordinance 35-2021 (3rd reading): Authorizes payment plans for water connection fees for properties outside the city.

Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 31-21, creating Main Street zoning districts, with amendments from a 5/21 memo, and also passed first readings of related ordinances repealing the old business district and reclassifying 379 parcels. Ordinance 40-21, setting future elected official compensation, was read but not voted on. Several prior ordinances were passed on third reading, including water connection payment plans and dissolving the Recreation Board.

• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 31-21, Main Street zoning districts, as amended (unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 32-21, repealing Main Street Business Zoning District (unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 33-21, reclassifying 379 parcels along Main Street (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 35-21, water connection payment plans for outside-city premises (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 38-21, dissolving Recreation Board (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 39-21, amending water/sewer service outside city boundaries (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from multiple prior meetings (unanimous; Peters abstained on May 3 special council minutes)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) is holding a public meeting via teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda includes approval of minutes and an update on real estate assistance for North Canton Schools and the North Canton Library. No other substantive items are listed.

• Update of Real Estate Assist for NC Schools & NC Library
• Approval of minutes
• Meeting held via teleconference due to COVID-19

The CIC voted unanimously to assign its real estate purchase contract for 317 Portage Street NW to the North Canton City Schools, which will reimburse the CIC's deposit and take over the transaction. The property is intended to support a land swap with the library for parking. The board also approved the May 5, 2021 minutes with an amendment correcting a quote attribution.

• Approved assignment of 317 Portage St. contract to North Canton City Schools (unanimous roll call)
• Approved May 5, 2021 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Excused Jane Nicholson from meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The North Canton Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially advance several ordinances, including a major zoning overhaul that would create five new Main Street districts and reclassify 379 parcels along Main Street. The council will also discuss placing property tax levies for Fire and EMS services on the November 2021 ballot, adjusting elected officials' compensation, and establishing a Billing Disputes Board. The zoning ordinances are up for consideration and possible referral to the Planning Commission.

• Ordinance 31-2021 creating Chapter 1136 Main Street Districts Regulations, establishing five new zoning districts (Main Street North Gateway, North, Center, South, South Gateway)
• Ordinance to repeal the Main Street Business zoning district (Chapter 137)
• Ordinance to reclassify 379 parcels along Main Street to the new Main Street districts
• Discussion of property tax levies for Fire and EMS services for the November 2, 2021 ballot
• Discussion of adjusting compensation for elected officials

The Committee of the Whole approved amendments to the Main Street zoning code, including new permitted uses and removal of hotels/motels, and voted to repeal the old Main Street Business district and adopt a revised zoning map. It also moved forward plans to place fire and EMS levies on the November ballot and discussed raising council pay to meet OPERS minimums, though no final vote was taken on the pay increase.

• Approved amendments to Chapter 1136.05 adding permitted uses to Main Street districts (unanimous)
• Approved removal of hotel/motel as permitted use in Main Street corridor (unanimous)
• Approved repeal of Main Street Business zoning district (unanimous)
• Approved revised Main Street zoning map with 379 parcels (unanimous)
• Approved sending revised zoning to planning commission for final comments (unanimous)
• Approved moving fire/EMS levy proposal to next council agenda (unanimous)

City Council

North Canton City Council is holding a public meeting to gather input on Ordinances 31-2021, 32-2021, and 33-2021, which would create new regulations for five business zoning districts along Main Street and rezone approximately 420 parcels. The meeting will be held via teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions. Final action on the zoning changes will occur at a later meeting.

• Ordinances 31-2021, 32-2021, and 33-2021 enact new regulations for five business zoning districts
• Map rezoning of approximately 420 parcels along Main Street
• Public input accepted via email or phone
• Meeting held via teleconference and livestreamed on YouTube

City Council held a public hearing on Ordinances 31-21, 32-21, and 33-21, which would create five new business zoning districts and rezone about 420 parcels along Main Street. Several property owners and developers spoke in opposition, citing concerns about building height requirements, parking, and impacts on a proposed affordable housing project. No vote was taken; the hearing was adjourned after public comment.

• Public hearing held on Main Street rezoning ordinances (no vote)
• Hearing adjourned by unanimous voice vote

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to approve eligible lists for Fire/EMS Battalion Chief and Captain positions. The body will also consider requests to revoke current entry lists and schedule new entry exams for Fire/EMS, Dispatch, and Police personnel.

• Approval of eligible lists for Fire/EMS 3 Battalion Chief and Fire/EMS 2 Captain
• Revocation request for Fire/EMS 1 and Dispatch 1 eligibility lists
• Fire/EMS 1 Entry exam scheduled for June 8, 2021, with a $20.00 application fee
• Dispatch 1 Entry exam scheduled for June 9, 2021
• Police 1 Entry exam scheduled for June 10, 2021

City Council

The North Canton City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including final readings on the 2021 appropriations budget and water rate changes, and initial readings on a community survey, dissolving the Recreation Board, and amending water service outside city limits. They will also review the April 2021 finance report and establish a Source Water Protection Committee.

• Final reading: Ordinance 29-2021, appropriating funds for 2021 current expenses
• Final reading: Ordinance 30-2021, amending water turn-on fee responsibility
• Second reading: Ordinance 35-2021, authorizing payment plans for water connections outside city
• First reading: Resolution 09-2021, supporting 2021 community survey
• First reading: Ordinance 38-2021, dissolving the Recreation Board

North Canton City Council approved the 2021 appropriations ordinance, amended water rate and connection fee rules, dissolved the Recreation Board, and adopted a resolution supporting the 2021 Community Survey. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The mayor reported on COVID-19 precautions, including a reverse drive-through Memorial Day event and possible cancellation of the traditional July 4 parade.

• Adopted Ordinance 29-21 appropriating funds for fiscal year 2021 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 30-21 shifting water bill responsibility to property owners (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 35-21 authorizing payment plans for water connections outside city (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 9-21 supporting the 2021 North Canton Community Survey (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 38-21 dissolving the Recreation Board (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 39-21 amending sale of water/sewer service outside city (7-0)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) will hold a teleconference meeting on May 5, 2021, at 9:00 AM. The agenda includes new business on property acquisition, specifically approval of repairs and a lease at 1023 N. Main. The meeting is being held remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions, with livestream available on the city's YouTube page.

• Approval of repairs at 1023 N. Main
• Approval of lease at 1023 N. Main
• Property acquisition discussion

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation approved the acquisition of three parcels on Wise Avenue NW from the Shirley M. Cary Trust for $415,000, funded by the City of North Canton. It also authorized an additional $15,000 in repairs at 1023 North Main (total $25,000) and approved a month-to-month lease for $850/month to A Little Chunk of Goodness, a local bakery. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved acquisition of three parcels at Maple & Wise for $415,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized additional $15,000 for repairs at 1023 North Main (unanimous)
• Approved month-to-month lease at 1023 North Main for $850/month (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 24, 2021 (unanimous)
• Excused Members Peters and Wilder (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 5, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda

City Council

The City Council is reviewing Planning Commission recommendations for new Main Street zoning districts. The discussion includes potential amendments to building uses, design standards, and parking requirements for the proposed districts.

• Discussion of Main Street Second Century zoning recommendations
• Proposed placement of property tax levies for Fire and EMS on the November 2, 2021 ballot
• Resolution for the 2021 North Canton Community Survey
• Ordinance to repeal the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Program
• Ordinance to dissolve the Recreation Board

The Council of the Whole discussed proposed amendments to the Second Century Zoning plan, following Planning Commission suggestions. They agreed to exclude hotels and funeral homes from the Main Street Center District, allow similar-looking materials to natural ones, remove the word 'decal' from signage rules, and permit monument signs conditionally for large developments. They also set a three-year review cycle for the zoning ordinance and discussed fire/EMS levies, but no formal votes were taken.

• Excluded hotels and funeral homes from Main Street Center District (consensus)
• Allowed design standards for materials similar to natural ones (consensus)
• Removed 'decal' from window signage rules (consensus)
• Made monument signs conditional for large developments (consensus)
• Set three-year review cycle for zoning ordinance (consensus)
• Took no action on freestanding enter/exit signs (consensus)

City Council

North Canton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two ordinances. One would authorize the purchase of property at 1206 North Main Street for up to $950,000 to build a new Police/Fire/EMS safety building, settling a pending court case. The other ordinance, regarding ARPA fund project designations, is requested to be postponed until federal guidelines are published.

• Ordinance to authorize purchase of 1206 North Main Street for up to $950,000 for a new safety building
• Purchase is part of settlement of appropriation suit against GBJ3 Enterprises LLC
• Funding from $2.9 million bond issuance (Ordinance 11-2020) and appropriation (Ordinance 66-2020)
• Emergency clause makes ordinance retroactive to April 26, 2021
• ARPA fund project designation ordinance postponed pending federal guidelines

Council unanimously approved Ordinance 37-21 on emergency, authorizing the mayor to settle a court action and buy the property at 1206 North Main Street for up to $950,000, including closing costs. The property is the fourth parcel needed for a potential police/fire building. Council also postponed an ordinance designating ARPA fund projects until federal spending guidelines are received.

• Approved Ordinance 37-21 authorizing purchase of 1206 N. Main St. for up to $950,000 (6-0)
• Postponed ARPA fund project designation ordinance pending federal guidelines (6-0)
• Excused absent Member Peters (6-0)

City Council

North Canton City Council will hold a special meeting to consider Ordinance 28-2021, which would amend the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) by shrinking its boundaries, adjusting hours to 12 PM–11 PM, and allowing higher cup fees. Council will also discuss placing new property tax levies for Fire and EMS services on the November 2, 2021 ballot, with proposed rates of 3.3 mills for EMS and 1.5 mills for fire.

• Ordinance 28-2021 (3rd reading) to amend DORA boundaries, hours, and cup fees
• Discussion of placing 3.3-mill EMS levy on November 2021 ballot
• Discussion of placing 1.5-mill fire levy on November 2021 ballot
• Proposed DORA hours change to Wednesday–Saturday 12:00 PM–11:00 PM
• DORA cup fees may increase up to 100% of production cost

The North Canton City Council held a special virtual meeting on April 30, 2021. It adopted Ordinance 28-21, as amended with an emergency clause, to modify the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area's boundaries, hours, and cup fees; the vote was 6-1 with Member Cerreta opposed. The council also approved two resolutions requesting the Stark County Auditor to certify levies for EMS and fire services, and added a land purchase agreement for 1206 North Main Street to the May 3 special meeting agenda.

• Adopted Ordinance 28-21 amending the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (6-1, Cerreta opposed)
• Approved Resolution 7-21 requesting auditor certification for a 3.3-mill EMS levy renewal/increase (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 8-21 requesting auditor certification for a 1.5-mill fire levy increase (6-0)
• Added land purchase agreement for 1206 North Main Street to May 3 special meeting agenda (unanimous)

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control is holding a teleconference meeting on April 29, 2021, at 9:00 AM, due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda includes routine items (call to order, roll call, approval of minutes) and one new business item: drinking water plant chemicals. No decisions are specified in the agenda.

• New Business: Drinking Water Plant Chemicals
• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2021 meeting
• Meeting held via teleconference due to COVID-19

The North Canton Board of Control approved three drinking water plant chemical contracts: Air Products for carbon dioxide at $145/ton, Greer Lime for lime at $217/ton, and Bonded Chemicals for soda ash at $321.25/ton. All awards were approved unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the March 24, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Air Products bid for carbon dioxide at $145/ton (unanimous)
• Approved Greer Lime bid for lime at $217/ton (unanimous)
• Approved Bonded Chemicals bid for soda ash at $321.25/ton (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 24, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for April 27, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled because there is no agenda. The notice was issued by Chief Building Official Martin B. Van Gundy IV.

• Meeting cancellation notice dated April 13, 2021
• No agenda items were listed for the meeting

City Council

The North Canton City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting via teleconference to discuss potential uses for American Rescue Plan Act funds. The meeting is procedural, with no votes scheduled, and is open to the public via livestream.

• Discussion of potential uses for American Rescue Plan Act funds

The Committee of the Whole discussed using approximately $3.3 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds for park improvements, including Dogwood pool house, splash park, skateboard park, Bitzer Park, and an Arrowhead lower-level build-out. Council voted 6-1 to return a $50,000 Rotary donation for Bitzer Park so the funds can be used elsewhere, and voted unanimously to place the ARPA park spending plan on the next special council meeting agenda. No final spending decisions were made; the plan is still in discussion.

• Returned $50,000 Rotary donation for Bitzer Park (6-1, Stroia opposed)
• Moved ARPA park spending plan to next special council meeting agenda (unanimous)

City Council

North Canton City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 26, 2021, with several ordinances and resolutions on the agenda. Key items include final readings on Dogwood Pool weekend rate increases, DORA boundary and fee changes, supplemental appropriations, and water liability rules. New business includes first readings on zoning application changes, water payment plans, source water committee updates, and two tax levy requests for fire and EMS services.

• Ordinance 25-2021: Raise Dogwood Pool weekend admission from $11 to $14 (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 28-2021: Amend DORA boundaries, hours (noon-11pm), and cup fees (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 29-2021: Approve $339,160.36 in supplemental appropriations (2nd reading)
• Resolution 04-2021: Request 1.9-mill fire levy for 2022-2026 (1st reading)
• Resolution 06-2021: Request 3.9-mill EMS levy renewal/increase for 2022-2026 (1st reading)

The North Canton City Council held a virtual meeting on April 26, 2021, and took several actions. It approved Ordinance 25-21 adjusting weekend rates for the Dogwood swimming pool, adopted the second reading of Ordinance 28-21 amending the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) to shorten hours and shrink its footprint (6-1, with Mark Cerreta opposed), and adopted Ordinance 29-21 appropriating funds for current expenses, including an amendment adding a $50 police donation. The council also heard public comments on the Main Street zoning rewrite and a presentation on the Heritage Trail project, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved Ordinance 25-21 adjusting Dogwood pool weekend rates (unanimous)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 28-21 amending DORA boundaries, hours, and cup fees (6-1, Cerreta opposed)
• Adopted Ordinance 29-21 appropriating funds for 2021 current expenses, including $339,000+ for park projects and debt reissue costs (unanimous)
• Amended Ordinance 29-21 to add $50 police donation to the 212 Fund for belt equipment

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission will hold a special teleconference meeting to consider amendments to the city's zoning code that would create new Main Street districts and reclassify 429 parcels along Main Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the February 3, 2021 meeting.

• Create Chapter 1140 Main Street Districts Regulations, establishing five new zoning districts
• Repeal the Main Street Business zoning district in Chapter 1137
• Reclassify 429 parcels along Main Street to new Main Street districts
• Approve February 3, 2021 meeting minutes

The North Canton Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve an ordinance creating five new Main Street zoning districts (Chapter 1140), replacing the Main Street Business District. The commission also approved repealing the old Main Street Business Zoning District and reclassifying 429 parcels along Main Street. The measures were sent to City Council with the commission's meeting notes for further review.

• Approved ordinance creating Chapter 1140 Main Street District regulations (5-0)
• Approved ordinance repealing Main Street Business Zoning District (5-0)
• Approved ordinance reclassifying 429 parcels along Main Street to new districts (5-0)
• Approved February 3, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances to establish five new Main Street zoning districts and reclassify 429 parcels. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding property tax levies for Fire and EMS services on the November 2, 2021, ballot.

• Creation of five new Main Street zoning districts: North Gateway, North, Center, South, and South Gateway
• Reclassification of 429 parcels along Main Street into new zoning districts
• Ordinance to reduce application requirements for zoning map amendments
• Discussion of November 2, 2021, ballot property tax levies for Fire and EMS Services
• Ordinance to authorize payment plans for water connection costs outside the City

The Committee of the Whole voted to place a zoning map amendment on the agenda for first reading, with an emergency clause, to streamline the process and reduce application requirements. They also approved amendments to the Main Street District regulations, including adding a City-owned parcel and removing residential properties on Portage Street, and discussed a proposed fire and EMS levy replacement for the November ballot.

• Motion to place zoning map amendment on agenda for first reading (7-0)
• Motion to include Main Street District amendments (7-0)
• Motion to continue with zoning map language changes (7-0)
• Motion to add Stratavon parcel and delete Portage Street parcels from Main Street District (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding zoning reclassifications, the establishment of a Development Services Department, and the creation of a Property Maintenance Review Board. The meeting also includes discussions on updating water and sewer rates through 2026.

• Reclassify 309 Lindy Lane NW from Park and Institutional to One Family Residential
• Establishment of the Department of Development Services
• Establishment of the Property Maintenance Review Board
• Set water and sewer rates through 2026
• Adjust weekend rates for Dogwood Swimming Pool

The council approved a series of ordinances, most notably setting water and sewer rates through 2026 with a 21% water rate increase over five years, higher sewer rates, elimination of the $100 turn-back fee for delinquent water customers, and an increase in late fees from 5% to 10%. The vote was 6-1, with Mark Cerreta opposed. The council also adopted a new property maintenance code, established a development services department and property maintenance review board, rezoned 309 Lindy Lane from park/institutional to residential, and amended the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) boundary, hours, and cup fees.

• Approved water/sewer rate increases through 2026 (6-1)
• Adopted new property maintenance code, Ordinance 2-21 (6-0, Fonte abstained)
• Established Department of Development Services, Ordinance 11-21 (6-0, Fonte abstained)
• Established Property Maintenance Review Board, Ordinance 12-21 (6-0, Fonte abstained)
• Rezoned 309 Lindy Lane from park/institutional to R-50 residential, Ordinance 3-21 (7-0)
• Amended DORA boundary, hours, and cup fees, Ordinance 28-21 (first reading)
• Adjusted Dogwood pool weekend rates from $11 to $14, Ordinance 25-21 (7-0)
• Approved minutes and financial report (7-0)

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 7, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda

City Council

The North Canton City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including creating new Main Street zoning districts, amending the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), and adjusting the sidewalk cost-sharing program. The council will also discuss appropriating funds for the 2021 fiscal year and defining water turn-on cost responsibilities.

• Ordinance to amend DORA boundaries, hours (noon to 11 PM), and cup fees
• Ordinance creating Chapter 1136 Main Street Districts Regulations with five new zoning districts
• Ordinance repealing the Main Street Business zoning district
• Ordinance reclassifying 429 parcels along Main Street to new districts
• Ordinance amending sidewalk replacement cost sharing program

The Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to place an amended DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area) ordinance on the agenda, shrinking the district to a smaller area and reducing costs. The second-century zoning code and related map changes were discussed but not voted on; they will return in two weeks for further review. Finance items, including a Dogwood Park appropriation adjustment, were also placed on the agenda.

• Approved placing amended DORA ordinance on agenda (7-0)
• Approved placing Dogwood Park appropriation amendment on agenda (7-0)
• Tabled second-century zoning code and map for two weeks
• Scheduled DORA review for September Council of the Whole meeting

Records & Archives Commission

The Records and Archives Commission is holding a routine meeting via teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, roll call, approval of minutes from October 1, 2020, and new business. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Meeting held via teleconference due to COVID-19
• Approval of minutes from 10.01.2020
• New business item (no details provided)

The North Canton Records and Archives Commission met virtually and approved the October 1, 2020 minutes with a correction to the Law Director's first name (Wayne, not Wade). The commission discussed plans for the 2021 records destruction process, including collecting records for shredding by September and submitting RC3 forms to the Ohio Historical Commission.

• Approved October 1, 2020 minutes with correction to Law Director's first name (unanimous)
• Planned single 2021 records destruction, with records due in locked room by September
• Set RC3 submission deadline of August 1 for review by historical society

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) is holding a teleconference meeting on March 24, 2021, at 9:00 AM. The agenda includes a single new business item: the acquisition of the Kmart property. The meeting is being held remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions, with instructions for public viewing via the City's YouTube page.

• Kmart Property Acquisition discussion

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) unanimously approved accepting the assignment of the purchase agreement for the Kmart property from the city, allowing the CIC to acquire and manage the property. The board also approved authorizing repairs at 1023 North Main, not to exceed $10,000, to prepare it for a potential tenant. Additionally, the CIC discussed leases for properties at 1017 North Main, 6507 Wise Avenue, and 1023 North Main, noting that the lease at 6507 Wise was amended to a month-to-month agreement.

• Approved accepting the assignment of the Kmart property purchase agreement from the city to the CIC.
• Approved authorizing repairs at 1023 North Main, not to exceed $10,000, contingent on a signed lease.
• Approved the minutes from the February 10, 2021, meeting.
• Excused Jeff Peters from the meeting.
• Amended the agenda to include discussion of leases for CIC-owned properties.

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control will meet via teleconference on March 24, 2021, at 10:00 AM. The main item is a proposal for the Mayor to enter into a Construction Manager at Risk Agreement for the Dogwood Park Expansion & Improvements Project. The meeting will be livestreamed on the city's YouTube page.

• Consideration of Construction Manager at Risk Agreement for Dogwood Park Expansion & Improvements Project

The Board of Control unanimously approved awarding a construction manager at risk agreement to the A. Altman Company for the Dogwood Park Expansion and Improvement Project, with a contract amount not to exceed $190,000. The decision followed a competitive RFQ/RFP process that evaluated three companies on technical and pricing criteria.

• Awarded construction manager at risk contract to A. Altman Company, not to exceed $190,000 (4-0)
• Selected A. Altman Company for Dogwood Park project based on highest score of 90.5
• Approved motion to award contract after discussion of project scope and fee

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for March 23, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of an agenda. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda

City Council

The North Canton City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including a supplemental appropriation of $37,255.36 for civil service testing, carpet replacement at Arrowhead Golf and Event Center, and police donations. They will also vote on rezoning 309 Lindy Lane NW from Park and Institutional to One Family Residential, and on a new Property Maintenance Code that consolidates nuisance regulations. Other items include establishing a Department of Development Services and a Property Maintenance Review Board, setting water and sewer rates through 2026, and authorizing a fire station exhaust venting system contract up to $110,000.

• Supplemental appropriations totaling $37,255.36, including $30,000 for Arrowhead carpet and $4,255.36 for police trauma kits
• Rezoning 309 Lindy Lane NW from P/I to R-50 (parcel 9205115)
• Repealing and replacing Part 17 Housing Code with a new Property Maintenance Code
• Establishing Department of Development Services and Property Maintenance Review Board
• Authorizing up to $110,000 for vehicle exhaust venting system at fire stations

Council approved the 2021 appropriations ordinance (7-21) and adopted a package of ordinances establishing a new property maintenance code, including a Property Maintenance Review Board (2-21, 11-21, 12-21) and related housekeeping changes. It also approved a 21% water rate increase over five years and sewer rate increases (23-21), and authorized a $110,000 vehicle exhaust venting system for fire stations (22-21).

• Approved Ordinance 7-21, appropriating funds for current expenses in fiscal year 2021 (passed 5-0, two abstentions).
• Adopted Ordinance 2-21, repealing and replacing the Housing Code with a new property maintenance code (passed 6-0, one abstention).
• Adopted Ordinance 11-21, establishing the Department of Development Services (passed 6-0, one abstention).
• Adopted Ordinance 12-21, establishing the Property Maintenance Review Board (passed 6-0, one abstention).
• Adopted Ordinance 23-21, setting water and sewer rates through 2026, including a 21% water rate increase over five years (passed 6-1).
• Adopted Ordinance 22-21, authorizing a contract for a vehicle exhaust venting system at fire stations, cost not to exceed $110,000 (passed unanimously).
• Adopted Ordinance 24-21, authorizing economic development revenue notes for a project to create or preserve jobs (passed unanimously).
• Adopted Ordinance 26-21, authorizing purchase of property on North Main Street for up to $850,000, to be assigned to the Community Improvement Corporation (passed unanimously).

City Council

North Canton City Council's Committee of the Whole will discuss three ordinances that would create five new Main Street zoning districts (North Gateway, North, Center, South, South Gateway), repeal the existing Main Street Business district, and reclassify 429 parcels along Main Street. The proposal, part of the 2nd Century Zoning Plan, aims to encourage mixed-use, walkable development. Council will also hear a presentation from ZoneCo's Sean Suder and may refer the plan to the Planning Commission.

• Ordinance creating Chapter 1140 Main Street Districts Regulations with five new zoning districts
• Ordinance repealing Chapter 137 Main Street Business zoning district
• Ordinance reclassifying 429 parcels along Main Street to new districts
• Presentation of 2nd Century Zoning Plan by Sean Suder of ZoneCo
• New districts allow mixed-use, set building heights 35-50 ft, no minimum parking

The North Canton City Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting and voted unanimously to refer three items to the planning commission: the proposed new zoning ordinance for Main Street (North Canton's Second Century), the repeal of existing Main Street Business District regulations, and the new zoning map. The ordinance creates five new zoning districts along Main Street and was discussed with some council members raising concerns about density, parking, and design details, but no changes were made at this meeting.

• Referred new Main Street zoning ordinance to planning commission (unanimous)
• Referred repeal of Main Street Business District regulations to planning commission (unanimous)
• Referred new zoning map to planning commission (unanimous)

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control is holding a public meeting via teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda contains only standard procedural items: call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, new business, and adjournment. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

• Meeting held via teleconference due to COVID-19
• Livestream available on City's YouTube page
• Agenda includes call to order, roll call, minutes approval, new business, adjourn

The North Canton Board of Control approved two contracts: a sodium hypochlorite chemical bid for the water treatment plant and a vehicle exhaust removal system for the fire department. Both were approved unanimously by roll call vote. The board also approved the minutes from the February 18, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes from February 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Awarded sodium hypochlorite bid to JCI Jones at $0.738 per gallon (unanimous)
• Awarded vehicle exhaust removal system bid to Clean Air Concepts (unanimous)

Tax Incentive Review Council (TIRC)

The North Canton Tax Incentive Review Council is meeting to review the annual status of the Insight Realty, LLC Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) agreement for The Eye Clinic at 1605 Portage St. NW. The council will also approve minutes from the 2021 meeting and consider recommendations to City Council. The agenda includes a report on the Main Street CRA area and residential status reports.

• Annual review of Insight Realty, LLC CRA agreement (1605 Portage St. NW - The Eye Clinic)
• Approval of 2021 TIRC meeting minutes
• 2021 Main Street CRA Area Annual Report
• 2021 Main Street CRA Residential Status Report Form
• TIRC recommendations to North Canton City Council

The Tax Incentive Review Council voted to continue the tax incentive agreement with Insight Realty, LLC, despite the company falling short of its payroll requirement. The company reported payroll of $478,186.81 against a required $500,000, and also lacked one part-time job. The council also approved the prior meeting's minutes and elected Janet Creighton as vice chair and Patrick DeOrio as secretary.

• Approved the minutes from the previous year's meeting.
• Elected Janet Creighton as vice chair and Patrick DeOrio as secretary.
• Approved continuing the tax incentive agreement with Insight Realty, LLC, despite a payroll shortfall of about $21,000 and missing one part-time job.

City Council

The North Canton City Council is considering an ordinance to refinance the existing bond anticipation notes (BANs) for the Kmart property by issuing up to $4.55 million in new economic development revenue notes. The refinancing extends the debt for an additional 12 months, with plans to issue long-term bonds by May 2022. The council is also reviewing a proposal to adjust weekend admission rates at Dogwood Swimming Pool.

• Ordinance authorizing up to $4,550,000 in economic development revenue notes to refinance the Kmart property BANs
• Refinancing extends the existing BANs for 12 months, with bonds planned for May 2022 at an estimated 5.0% interest
• Amendment to Chapter 953 (Municipal Swimming Pool) to adjust weekend rates at Dogwood Swimming Pool
• Retention of Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP as bond counsel for the refinancing

The Committee of the Whole voted to place a $4 million bond anticipation note (BAN) renewal on the March 22 council agenda under emergency, with an estimated interest rate under 1%. Council also advanced a proposal to raise weekend pool day rates from $11 to $14, keeping weekday rates at $10, to first reading next week. A special committee meeting was scheduled for after next week's council meeting to review the new Main Street Corridor zoning draft.

• Moved to place $4M BAN renewal on March 22 agenda under emergency (unanimous)
• Moved pool weekend rate increase to $14 to first reading next week (unanimous)
• Scheduled special committee meeting after next council meeting for Main Street Corridor zoning (7-0)

Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board

The board will meet via teleconference to conduct routine business. The agenda includes the approval of minutes and several elections.

• Election of the fifth Member
• Election of a Chairman
• Election of a Secretary

City Council

North Canton City Council will consider multiple ordinances at its March 8, 2021 meeting, including first readings on a housing code overhaul, a zoning change for 309 Lindy Lane NW, creation of a Development Services Department and Property Maintenance Review Board, and a contract for fire station exhaust venting up to $110,000. They will also set water and sewer rates for 2022-2026, continue two CRA tax incentive agreements, and review the February 2021 finance report. Several ordinances repeal or amend existing codes (animals, graffiti, weeds, rubbish haulers, street excavations) as part of a code cleanup.

• Ordinance 02-2021: Repeal and replace Part 17 Housing Code
• Ordinance 03-2021: Rezone 309 Lindy Lane NW from P/I to R-50
• Ordinance 22-2021: Contract for fire station exhaust venting, not to exceed $110,000
• Ordinance 23-2021: Set water and sewer rates for 2022-2026
• Ordinance 20-2021 & 21-2021: Continue CRA tax incentive agreements for 331 Harmon St SW and 1303-1305 N Main St

Council approved the 2021 appropriations ordinance (7-21) on second reading, amended to include a $1,255.36 police donation from Biris Jewelers for trauma kits and tourniquets. It also gave first-reading approval to a new housing code (Ordinance 2-21) and related code changes, rezoned 309 Lindy Lane from Parks/Institutional to R-50, and adopted two Community Reinvestment Area tax incentive agreements (20-21 and 21-21) under emergency suspension. A proposed five-year water and sewer rate increase (Ordinance 23-21) was introduced but not voted on; several council members voiced concerns and suggested a smaller increase.

• Approved minutes from Feb. 17 and Feb. 22, 2021, plus the Volunteer Firefighter Dependent Fund Board, Howlin Bird liquor permit transfer, and February finance report
• Adopted Ordinance 7-21 (2021 appropriations) on second reading, amended to include a $1,255.36 police donation from Biris Jewelers
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 2-21, repealing and replacing the Housing Code
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 3-21, rezoning 309 Lindy Lane from Parks/Institutional to R-50
• Adopted first reading of Ordinances 11-21 through 19-21, establishing a Development Services Department and Property Maintenance Review Board, and repealing/amending related code chapters
• Adopted Ordinances 20-21 and 21-21 under suspension, continuing Community Reinvestment Area tax incentives for 331 Harmon St. SW and 1303-1305 N. Main St.
• Introduced Ordinance 22-21, authorizing a vehicle exhaust venting system at fire stations (cost not to exceed $110,000, ~90% grant-funded), first reading approved
• Introduced Ordinance 23-21, setting water and sewer rates for 2022-2026; no vote taken, with council members expressing concerns about the increase

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on a resolution that would approve the city's response to a February 8, 2021 letter from Woda Cooper Development, Inc. The letter concerns a proposed development at 300 Waterside Drive SE, which the city says conflicts with a prior economic incentive agreement. The resolution would ratify the city's objection to the proposed development.

• Resolution to approve city's response to Woda Cooper letter
• Property at 300 Waterside Drive SE, North Canton, OH 44720
• Prior agreement required 120 new jobs and $275,000 city investment for infrastructure
• Proposed development deemed inconsistent with Waterside Agreement
• Emergency measure requiring six votes to take effect immediately

Council voted 6-0 to send a letter of opposition to the Ohio Housing Finance Authority regarding Woda Cooper Development's proposed 60-unit residential rental complex at 300 Waterside Drive. The city argues the project conflicts with a 2008 development agreement requiring commercial development and job creation. Council adopted Resolution 5-2021 under emergency rules to formalize the opposition.

• Voted 6-0 to send letter opposing Woda Cooper residential project at 300 Waterside Drive
• Adopted Resolution 5-2021 under emergency rules, opposing the proposed development
• Suspended council rules to consider resolution without committee report
• Excused Council Member Foltz from attendance

Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board

The North Canton Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board will hold a public meeting via teleconference on March 4, 2021, at 11:30 AM. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, roll call, certification of election of fire department board members, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Certify election of Fire Department Board members

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 3, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda

City Council

The North Canton Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially advance a series of ordinances, including a comprehensive new property maintenance code that consolidates nuisance regulations, the creation of a Department of Development Services and a Property Maintenance Review Board, and setting water and sewer rates for 2022-2026. The agenda also includes two CRA tax incentive agreements, a zoning reclassification, a fire station exhaust system contract, and a discussion of potential charter amendments.

• Ordinance 02-2021: Repeals and replaces Part 17 Housing Code with a new Property Maintenance Code
• Ordinance to establish Department of Development Services and Property Maintenance Review Board
• Ordinance to set water and sewer rates for 2022-2026 (Chapters 927, 937, 939)
• Contract for vehicle exhaust venting system at Fire Station 1, cost not to exceed $110,000
• Zoning reclassification of 309 Lindy Lane NW from Park/Institutional to One Family Residential (R-50)

The Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to place a new property maintenance code (item 3A) on the agenda for first reading at the next Council meeting. The code consolidates scattered nuisance rules, applies to both residential and commercial properties, and creates a property maintenance review board. The committee also voted to advance a related ordinance establishing a department of development services (item 3B) for first reading.

• Approved motion to place the new property maintenance code (item 3A) on the agenda for first reading.
• Approved motion to place the ordinance establishing the department of development services (item 3B) on the agenda for first reading.

City Council

North Canton City Council will hold a public meeting to hear input on Ordinance 03-2021, which proposes to rezone property at 309 Lindy Lane NW (Stark County parcel no. 9205115) from Park and Institutional (P/I) to Single Family Residential small (R-50). The meeting will be held via teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions. Final action on the rezoning will occur at a later council meeting.

• Public hearing on Ord. 03-2021 to rezone 309 Lindy Lane NW from P/I to R-50
• Parcel no. 9205115, 0.270 acres, part of larger parcel totaling 1.078 acres
• Meeting via teleconference and livestream on YouTube due to COVID-19
• Public comments accepted by contacting Council Clerk

The North Canton City Council held a public hearing on March 1, 2021, to gather input on Ordinance 3-21, which would rezone 309 Lindy Lane from park and institution (P&I) to single-family residential (R50). No vote was taken at this hearing; it was solely for public comment. The property owner stated they plan to keep the property as a rental.

• Public hearing held on Ordinance 3-21 to rezone 309 Lindy Lane (no vote taken)

Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council (CRA)

The Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council is conducting an annual review of residential community reinvestment area agreements. The meeting includes discussions regarding property status reports and specific residential tax exemptions.

• Annual Review: 331 Harmon Street SW (Derek and Tara Ray Property)
• Annual Review: 1303-1305 North Main Street (North Ridge Apartments)

The North Canton Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council approved the annual reviews of two residential CRA agreements, confirming both properties remain in good condition. The council also approved the minutes from its February 18, 2020 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved annual review of 331 Harmon St. SW (Derrick and Tara Ray) — 100% tax exemption continues (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved annual review of 1303-1305 N. Main St. (North Ridge Apartments) — 100% tax exemption continues (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of February 18, 2020 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for February 23, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled because there is no agenda. This notice was issued by Chief Building Official Martin B. Van Gundy IV.

• Meeting cancellation notice dated February 9, 2021
• No agenda items listed for the February 23, 2021 meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to approve the scheduling and stipulations for two promotional exams for the Fire Department. Both exams are proposed for April 15, 2021, with specific reference materials and registration periods.

• Fire Battalion Chief Promotional Exam scheduled for April 15, 2021, at 10:00 AM
• Fire Captain Promotional Exam scheduled for April 15, 2021, at 12:30 PM
• Proposed application fee of $10.00 to offset reference material costs
• Registration period for both exams from March 1, 2021, to April 9, 2021
• Maximum possible salary for Battalion Chief position listed as $87,550.00

The Civil Service Commission approved two fire promotional exams (battalion chief and captain) to be held on April 15, 2021, with stipulations including a $10 application fee, hand-delivered notices, and a registration period from March 1 to April 9, 2021. The Director of Administration may take the exams for insight but will not be eligible for the hiring list. Both motions passed unanimously with two votes in favor.

• Approved fire battalion chief promotional exam for April 15 with stipulations (2-0)
• Approved fire captain promotional exam for April 15 with stipulations (2-0)
• Approved $10 application fee for promotional exams
• Approved hand-delivery of exam notices to eligible full-time employees
• Approved registration period March 1 to April 9, 2021
• Approved Director of Administration to take exams but not be eligible for hiring list

City Council

North Canton City Council will hold first readings on four ordinances: a $33,000 supplemental appropriation for Civil Service testing and Arrowhead Golf carpeting, renewal of the city's electric aggregation program with Energy Harbor, authorization to seek bids for a fire station exhaust system funded by a FEMA grant, and re-establishment of the Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board. The council may also enter executive session to discuss economic development assistance. All items are at first reading, so no final decisions are expected at this meeting.

• Ordinance 07-2021: $33,000 supplemental appropriations ($3,000 Civil Service testing, $30,000 Arrowhead Golf carpet)
• Ordinance 08-2021: Renew electric aggregation agreement with Energy Harbor (2021-2025)
• Ordinance 09-2021: Authorize bids for vehicle exhaust system at Fire Station 1, funded by FEMA grant
• Ordinance 10-2021: Re-establish Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board
• Public hearing scheduled March 1 on 309 Lindy Lane NW

North Canton City Council approved the 2021 appropriations ordinance, including $30,000 for Arrowhead carpeting and $3,000 for civil service, with two members abstaining. Council also adopted an ordinance continuing the electric aggregation program with Energy Harbor at 4.34 cents per kWh, and authorized bidding for a vehicle exhaust system at Fire Station 1 fully funded by a FEMA grant. All votes were unanimous among those present, with Cerreta and Fonte abstaining on the budget items. Council entered executive session for economic development assistance but took no action.

• Adopted Ordinance 7-21, 2021 appropriations (5-0, Cerreta and Fonte abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 8-21, electric aggregation with Energy Harbor (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 9-21, fire station exhaust system bidding (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 10-21, re-establishing Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Feb 1 and Feb 8 meetings (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for economic development assistance; no action taken

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control is meeting via teleconference to discuss and select the lowest and best bidder for the 2021 Street Maintenance Paving Program, which was approved by Council under Ordinance 78-2020. The board will also approve minutes from the January 5, 2021 meeting. The meeting is being held remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• 2021 Street Maintenance Paving Program bid selection
• Ordinance 78-2020 approved December 14, 2020
• Approval of January 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Meeting held via teleconference due to COVID-19

The Board of Control awarded the 2021 street maintenance paving program to Northstar Asphalt, Inc., in the amount of $343,672, determining it to be the lowest and best bid. The decision came after discussion of Central-Allied Enterprises' lower bid of $331,135.50, which raised concerns about pricing on a key paving fabric component. The board also approved the minutes from the January 5, 2021 meeting.

• Approved 2021 street maintenance paving program contract to Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for $343,672 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from January 5, 2021 meeting (voice vote)

City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss supplemental fund appropriations for civil service testing and golf course maintenance. The agenda also includes authorization for fire station equipment bids and the re-establishment of a volunteer firefighters' board.

• An ordinance to appropriate $3,000 for Civil Service testing and $30,000 for Arrowhead Golf and Event Center carpeting
• Authorization to seek bids for a vehicle exhaust system at North Canton Fire Station 1 using FEMA grant funds
• An ordinance to re-establish the North Canton Volunteer Firefighters’ Dependents Fund Board
• Creation of Chapter 151 in the City Codified Ordinances regarding board member selection and duties

The Committee of the Whole voted to move several items to the full council agenda: a $30,000 appropriation for new carpeting at Arrowhead, a 47-month electric aggregation contract with Energy Harbor at 0.0434 cents/kWh, and a bid advertisement for a fire station vehicle exhaust venting system funded by a FEMA grant. The committee also approved an ordinance to appoint members to the Volunteer Firefighters Dependents Fund Board. No final votes were taken; these are agenda-forwarding actions.

• Moved $30,000 Arrowhead carpet appropriation to council agenda (4-0 roll call)
• Moved 47-month electric aggregation contract with Energy Harbor at 0.0434 cents/kWh to council agenda (unanimous)
• Moved fire station vehicle exhaust venting system bid advertisement to council agenda (unanimous)
• Moved Volunteer Firefighters Dependents Fund Board appointment ordinance to council agenda (unanimous)

Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council (CRA)

The Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council will meet via teleconference to conduct its annual review. The meeting includes the review of specific residential community reinvestment area agreements.

• Annual Review: 331 Harmon Street SW (Derek and Tara Ray Property)
• Annual Review: 1303-1305 North Main Street (North Ridge Apartments)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) is holding its regular meeting via teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the November 10, 2020 meeting and discussions on organizational matters, 2020 financial activity, and property acquisition and disposition. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Meeting held via teleconference due to COVID-19
• Approval of minutes from 11/10/2020
• Discussion of 2020 financial activity
• Discussion of property acquisition and disposition

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to choose a testing provider for Fire/EMS 3 Battalion Chief and Fire/EMS 2 Captain positions. The body will also discuss granting the Secretary authority to negotiate final pricing and dates with the selected vendor.

• Selection of testing provider for Fire/EMS 3 Battalion Chief and Fire/EMS 2 Captain

City Council

The North Canton City Council is meeting to consider routine items, including approval of prior meeting minutes and the January 2021 monthly financial report. The main new business is the first reading of Ordinance No. 05-2021, which would adopt replacement pages to the city's Codified Ordinances, incorporating previously passed ordinances. The ordinance is declared an emergency to expedite codification.

• Ordinance No. 05-2021, 1st reading, to adopt replacement pages to Codified Ordinances, declared an emergency
• January 2021 Monthly Financial Report: income tax receipts $493,796, down 26.5% from January 2020
• General Fund cash balance $4,655,667 as of January 31, 2021
• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2021 Committee of the Whole and City Council

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission will meet via teleconference to approve minutes, elect officers, and consider two applications for a property at 334 Orchard Ave NE. The first is a conditional use for a building addition height of 46 feet 9-1/2 inches, and the second is a general development review for a 135,460 sq. ft. warehouse and office addition with parking.

• Conditional use application 21NCPC-0001 for building height at 334 Orchard Ave NE
• General Development Review application 21NCPC-0002 for 135,460 sq. ft. warehouse and office addition
• Approval of December 2, 2020 meeting minutes
• Election of 2021 officers

The North Canton Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit and general development review for a 135,460-square-foot warehouse and office addition at 334 Orchard Avenue NE, with a building height of 46 feet 9.5 inches, exceeding the 35-foot limit. Both approvals were unanimous (4-0) and subject to seven conditions, including coordination with the EPA, stormwater management, and fire department comments. The project is expected to add approximately 400 jobs and is a joint venture between ICP and IRG, with Diebold Nixdorf as the tenant.

• Approved conditional use permit for building height of 46 ft 9.5 in at 334 Orchard Ave NE (4-0)
• Approved general development review for 135,460 sq ft warehouse/office addition and parking (4-0)
• Approved December 2, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Re-elected Jamie McCleaster as chairman for 2021 (5-0)
• Elected Eric Dalpiaz as vice chair for 2021 (5-0)

City Council

The North Canton City Council's Ordinance and Rules Committee will discuss potential methods to craft and consider Charter Amendments before the next regular Charter Review Commission in 2027. The discussion focuses on addressing specific charter language concerns that may affect municipal government efficiency, including departmental structure, year-end budget appropriations, and clarity between resolutions and ordinances. No decisions are being made; this is a discussion item.

• Discussion of amending Charter Sections 3.03 and 3.06 to reflect departmental organization
• Discussion of amending Charter Sections 2.05 paragraph 7 and/or 3.05 to ease year-end budget appropriations
• Discussion of amending Charter Section 2.05 to clarify differences between resolutions and ordinances

The North Canton City Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss potential charter amendments, focusing on three areas: giving the finance director time-limited authority to balance the budget at year-end, updating the organizational structure to reflect current departments, and changing resolution readings from three to one. No formal votes were taken; the council agreed to draft language for these changes and consider placing them on the November ballot.

• Discussed amending charter to give finance director year-end budget balancing authority
• Discussed simplifying charter's department structure to 'as provided for by ordinance'
• Discussed returning resolutions to one reading with specified uses
• Agreed to draft language for charter amendments by late spring
• Agreed to hold public hearings on proposed charter changes
• Agreed to research ballot costs for charter amendments

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for January 26, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled because there is no agenda. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued January 12, 2021

City Council

The North Canton City Council approved several ordinances, including the 2021 appropriations, a water treatment plant chemicals purchase, and a rock salt purchase for the 2021-2022 winter season. It also adopted new rules for public speaking at council meetings and repealed old decorum rules. A resident proposed a nonprofit skate park at the old Spitzer Chevy building, but no action was taken.

• Adopted Ordinance 75-20 authorizing water treatment plant chemical purchase (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 4-21 appropriating funds for 2021 current expenses (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6-21 authorizing rock salt purchase for 2021-2022 winter (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 77-20 repealing old council decorum and visitor recognition rules (unanimous)
• Adopted new rules for public speaking before council (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from multiple prior meetings (6-0, Fonte abstaining)

City Council

The North Canton City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and a resolution. Key items include adopting a new Property Maintenance Code, rezoning a parcel at 309 Lindy Lane NW, and initiating a zoning amendment to make multi-family dwellings conditional uses in business districts. The council will also consider a fund transfer for 2021 expenses and joining ODOT's rock salt purchasing program.

• Ordinance repealing and replacing Part 17 Housing Code with a new Property Maintenance Code
• Rezoning 309 Lindy Lane NW from Park and Institutional (P/I) to One Family Residential (Small) (R-50)
• Resolution to reclassify multi-family dwellings in OB, GB-A, and GB-B districts from permitted by right to conditional uses
• Ordinance authorizing appropriation and transfer of funds for 2021 current expenses
• Ordinance to participate in ODOT cooperative purchasing for rock salt for 2021-2022 winter season

Billing Disputes Board

The North Canton Water Board met to discuss a request from a resident regarding a water connection fee. The homeowner and builder are seeking to reduce or overturn a fee of over $4,000 required for a lot in the Monticello area.

• Dispute over water frontage fee exceeding $4,000 at 1474 Alexandria Parkway, Southeast
• Review of City Ordinance 935.01 and 935.02 regarding water line extensions and connection fees
• Discussion of a 1,666,000 gallon water usage dispute by St. Luke Lutheran Home

The North Canton Water Board discussed St. Luke Lutheran Home's dispute over a November 2020 water bill for approximately 1.666 million gallons, which they believe is inaccurate. The Board agreed to replace the old meter at the city's cost, send it to an independent lab for testing, waive penalties and interest on the disputed estimated bills, and allow St. Luke's to make partial payments on the balance until the test results are known. No formal vote was taken; the agreement was reached by consensus.

• Approved minutes from December 16, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to replace St. Luke's water meter at city's cost and send old meter for independent testing
• Agreed to waive penalties and interest on disputed estimated bills
• Agreed to allow St. Luke's to make partial payments on the disputed balance until test results are known

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss updates to classifications and rules. The body will consider a request from the Mayor to transfer dispatch personnel to new position titles and review a new online application process.

• Amendments to Civil Service Rule 3.02(c) regarding Classifications in the Classified Service
• Mayor's request to transfer all dispatch personnel to newly created position titles
• Approval of a new online Civil Service application
• Request for quote document for testing services

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss updates to civil service rules and the approval of a new online application. The body will also consider a request from the Mayor to transfer dispatch personnel to new position titles.

• Amendments to Civil Service Rule 3.02(c) regarding Classifications in the Classified Service
• Mayor's request to transfer all dispatch personnel to newly created position titles
• Approval of a new online Civil Service application
• Request for quote document for testing services

City Council

North Canton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Ordinance No. 79-2020 on its third reading. The ordinance would authorize the Director of Administration to seek bids and the Mayor, with Board of Control approval, to award contracts for three budgeted projects at Arrowhead Golf and Event Center, each exceeding $50,000. This is the final reading before a potential vote.

• Ordinance No. 79-2020, 3rd reading, authorizes bidding and contracts for Arrowhead Golf and Event Center projects
• Arrowhead Kitchen and Bar Renovations: $53,000
• Arrowhead Pickleball Court Installation: $85,000
• Arrowhead Pro-Shop and Pool Entrance Relocations: $60,000
• Projects are budgeted in the 2021 annual budget (Ordinance 66-2020)

City Council

The North Canton City Council is meeting to consider several items, including second readings of ordinances authorizing bids and contracts for 2021 budgeted projects and purchases over $50,000, and first readings of resolutions approving collective bargaining agreements with police unions. The council will also consider an ordinance to amend police department personnel position titles for dispatch personnel.

• Ordinance 76-2020: authorizes bids/contracts for projects including 3 police patrol vehicles ($170,000), North Main Street resurfacing ($1,068,000), Charlotte Street NW additional lane ($600,000), and others
• Ordinance 79-2020: authorizes Arrowhead Golf and Event Center projects including kitchen/bar renovations ($53,000), pickleball court installation ($85,000), and pro-shop/pool entrance relocations ($60,000)
• Resolution 01-2021: approves FOP collective bargaining agreement for police lieutenants and sergeants (2021-2023)
• Resolution 02-2021: approves OPBA collective bargaining agreement for patrolmen
• Resolution 03-2021: approves OPBA collective bargaining agreement for full-time dispatchers and lead dispatcher

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) is holding its January 6, 2021 meeting via teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes from November 10, 2020, and organizational discussions under new business. The meeting is livestreamed on the city's YouTube page.

• Meeting held via teleconference due to COVID-19
• Livestream on City's YouTube page at 1:00 PM
• Approval of minutes from 11/10/2020
• Organizational discussions under new business

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 6, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of agenda. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control will meet via teleconference on January 5, 2021. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from previous meetings and a proposal for new vehicle purchases.

• Approval of purchase of three (3) police cruisers