North Canton public meetings in 2023

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to grant final approval for several 2023 capital expenditures. The body will also consider a project change order and a contract award for a waterline replacement project.

• Final 2023 Capital Expenditure Approval for Arrowhead Pool Bathhouse, Patio, and Bar Area renovations
• Final 2023 Capital Expenditure Approval for East Maple/Clearmount Traffic Signal
• Final 2023 Capital Expenditure Approval for Charlotte Street Corridor & Roundabout
• Project Change Order for Wise Avenue NE Reconstruction Project
• Contract Award for Peachtree Neighborhood SW Waterline Replacement Project

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation is meeting to approve minutes from its December 6 meeting and consider two resolutions involving properties at 523 East Maple Street and School Ave. NE. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Resolution regarding 523 East Maple Street
• Resolution regarding School Ave. NE Property
• Approval of minutes from December 6, 2023 meeting

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for December 26, 2023, 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 cancellation notice issued by Chief Building Official Martin B. Van Gundy IV

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) meeting scheduled for December 21, 2023, at 10:00 AM at City Hall has been cancelled. This notice is the only item on the agenda; no business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled for December 21, 2023 at 10:00 AM
• Location: North Canton City Hall, 145 North Main Street

City Council

The North Canton City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 18, 2023, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a zoning map amendment for five parcels, changes to rental unit inspection rules, acceptance of ODOT grants for road resurfacing, annexation of Walsh University property, and approval of police collective bargaining agreements. The meeting also includes an executive session for public employee compensation negotiations.

• Ordinance 69-2023 (2nd reading): rezone 5 parcels to Residential Single Family Large Lot (R-70)
• Ordinance 1-2024 (1st reading): amend rental unit inspection regulations on tenant changes
• Ordinance 3-2024 (1st reading): accept ODOT grant up to $1,130,000 for Main Street resurfacing (50th to Knoll St, Rose Ln to 7th St)
• Ordinance 4-2024 (1st reading): accept ODOT grant up to $747,500 for Applegrove St NW resurfacing (Pittsburg Ave to N Main St)
• Ordinance 5-2024 (1st reading): annex three Walsh University parcels on Philzer St NW (total ~1.25 acres)

Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board

The Volunteer Firefighters' Dependents Fund Board will meet to certify the results of the 2023 elections. The board also plans to elect a fifth member and select its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

• Certifying 2023 VFDFB election results
• Election of a 5th Member to the VFDFB
• Selection of Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of minutes from December 12, 2022 meeting

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting on December 11, 2023, with several first-reading ordinances. Key items include rezoning five parcels to Residential Single Family Large Lot (R-70), accepting two ODOT grants for road resurfacing, and annexing three Walsh University parcels. The council will also consider changes to rental unit inspection rules and permit issuance conditions, as well as a tax increment financing arrangement for a property at 101 E Maple Street.

• Ordinance 69-2023: Rezone 5 parcels to Residential Single Family Large Lot (R-70)
• Ordinance 3-2024: Accept ODOT grant up to $1,130,000 for Main Street resurfacing (50th to Knoll, Rose Lane to 7th)
• Ordinance 4-2024: Accept ODOT grant up to $747,500 for Applegrove Street NW resurfacing
• Ordinance 5-2024: Annex three Walsh University parcels on Philzer Street NW (approx. 1.25 acres)
• Ordinance 7-2024: Authorize TIF for redevelopment at 101 E Maple Street

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation will hold its regular meeting to elect officers for the coming year, review a preliminary 2023 financial report, and consider a resolution to accept property on School Avenue NE. The board will also discuss a conflict of interest policy and hold an executive session on CIC grant programs.

• Annual election of officers
• Preliminary 2023 CIC financial report
• Conflict of interest policy discussion
• Resolution to accept School Avenue NE property
• Executive session on CIC grant programs

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 6, 2023, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The North Canton City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several ordinances, including making tenant-change rental inspections optional, accepting ODOT grants for road resurfacing, and rezoning multiple parcels. They will also consider annexing Walsh University property and hear a request for economic development incentives.

• Ordinance to make tenant-change rental inspections optional (Chapter 703.05(e))
• ODOT grant: $1,130,000 for Main Street resurfacing (50th to Knoll St, Rose Ln to 7th St)
• ODOT grant: $747,500 for Applegrove St NW resurfacing (Pittsburg Ave to N Main St)
• Rezoning 10 parcels to P&I or R-70, and 48 parcels to reflect current uses
• Annexation of 3 Walsh University parcels on Philzer St NW (total ~1.25 acres)

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding its organizational meeting to swear in the mayor and council members, elect a council president and vice president, adopt rules for the legislative term, make appointments to city boards, and approve the 2024 meeting calendar. The agenda also includes several proposed changes to council rules regarding public participation, such as requiring sign-ups to speak, allowing officials to ask questions, and potentially reducing public comment time from five to three minutes.

• Election of Council President and Vice President (requires 4 votes each)
• Adoption of Rules of Council, including potential changes to public comment rules
• Appointments: 1 to Civil Service Commission (6-year term), 2 to Board of Income Tax Review (2-year term), 1 designee to Planning Commission, 1 designee to Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals
• Approval of 2024 meeting calendar (37 meetings, 36 nights)
• Proposed rule changes: sign-up to speak, Q&A by officials, split public comment into agenda/general, open topics monthly, reduce speaking time to 3 minutes

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for November 28, 2023 has been cancelled at the applicant's request and will be continued on January 23, 2024. No other agenda items are listed.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to January 23, 2024

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding Ordinance 69-2023 to reclassify 10 parcels in the North Gateway District. The proposed changes would reclassify several properties to Park and Institutional (P&I) and others to Residential Single Family Large Lot (R-70).

• Ordinance 69-2023: Reclassifying 10 parcels to Park and Institutional (P&I) or Residential Single Family Large Lot (R-70)
• Rezoning of Out Lots 325, 445, 330, and Part of Out Lot 192 to Park and Institutional (P&I)
• Rezoning of Lots 7235, 7234, 7228, 7006, and 7007 to Residential Single Family Large Lot (R-70)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a proposal to increase the municipal income tax rate from 1.5% to 1.75% starting in 2025. The meeting also covers updates to building permit fees, property conveyance, and collective bargaining extensions for police and dispatch staff.

• Proposed income tax increase from 1.5% to 1.75% via Ordinance 98-2023 and Resolution 99-2023
• Conveyance of real property (Out Lot 274 and 273) to the North Canton Community Improvement Corporation
• Extension agreement for collective bargaining with police and dispatch personnel
• Vacation of a portion of Ashland Street SW from Ambler Avenue SW
• Amendments to the Schedule of Fees for zoning and building permits

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from August 17, 2023, and discuss a proposed amendment to its Code of Regulations. The board will also enter executive session to discuss the acquisition or disposition of property. No specific details on the amendment or property are provided in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2023 meeting
• Proposed amendment to CIC Code of Regulations
• Executive session on acquisition/disposition of property

City Council

The North Canton City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 20, 2023, at 7:00 PM at the North Canton Civic Center. The agenda includes second readings of ordinances on property conveyance, income tax compliance, budget amendments, police union contract extension, and street vacation. New business includes a possible income tax rate increase from 1.5% to 1.75% (subject to voter approval) and a resolution to place the question on the March 2024 primary ballot.

• Ordinance 93-2023: Convey vacant property (Out Lots 273 & 274, Parcel 9208445) to Community Improvement Corporation
• Ordinance 94-2023: Amend income tax code to comply with state law (HB33)
• Ordinance 95-2023: Final appropriation amendments to balance FY2023 budget
• Ordinance 96-2023: Authorize police union contract extension if negotiations continue past Dec 31, 2023
• Ordinance 97-2023: Vacate portion of Ashland Street SW

City Council

North Canton City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 13, 2023, featuring a special presentation by Fitch and Associates on their assessment of the North Canton Fire Department. The council will also consider several ordinances, including a third reading of a shared development agreement with Jackson Township, and first readings of ordinances to repeal income tax credits for taxes paid to other municipalities, appropriate funds for current expenses, and convey property to the North Canton Community Improvement Corporation. The agenda includes approval of minutes, the October finance report, and a possible executive session on economic development assistance.

• Special presentation by Fitch and Associates on fire department assessment
• Ordinance 80-2023 (3rd reading): Shared Development Agreement with Jackson Township Trustees
• Ordinance 91-2023 (1st reading): Repeal income tax credits for taxes paid to other municipalities
• Ordinance 92-2023 (1st reading): Appropriation of funds for fiscal year 2023
• Ordinance 93-2023 (1st reading): Conveyance of property (Out Lots 273 and 274) to North Canton Community Improvement Corporation

City Council

North Canton City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss the 2023 Facilities Plan and consider several ordinances, including a $650,000 supplemental appropriation for the Charlotte Street roundabout, a property conveyance to the Community Improvement Corporation, income tax code updates for state law compliance, and a potential police union contract extension. The meeting is open to the public and livestreamed.

• Presentation of the 2023 Facilities Plan
• $650,000 supplemental appropriation for Charlotte Street roundabout construction
• Conveyance of city property (Out Lots 273/274, Parcel No. 9208445) to North Canton CIC
• Income tax code amendments to comply with Ohio HB33
• Authorizing police union contract extension if negotiations continue past Dec. 31, 2023

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider Ordinance No. 84-2023 to amend the city zoning map. The proposal seeks to reclassify 48 parcels to better reflect current land uses and future development needs.

• Approval of October 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 84-2023 regarding 48 parcel reclassifications

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 30, 2023, to consider several items, including the third reading of the FY2024 appropriations ordinance (Ord. 86-2023) and a resolution acknowledging rates and fees (Res. 87-2023). The council will also consider a shared development agreement with Jackson Township (Ord. 80-2023) and a first reading of an ordinance to annex three Walsh University parcels (Ord. 91-2023). The meeting includes public recognition, department reports, and council reports.

• Ord. 86-2023: FY2024 appropriations totaling $45,120,200, with $3,465,500 in transfers from the General Fund to Fire, EMS, Street Maintenance, and Capital Funds.
• Res. 87-2023: Acknowledges rates and fees for the 2024 budget.
• Ord. 80-2023: Authorizes a Shared Development Agreement with Jackson Township Trustees.
• Ord. 91-2023: Annexation of three Walsh University parcels on Philzer Street NW, totaling approximately 1.25 acres.
• Amendments to Ord. 86-2023 include adjustments for real estate taxes, health insurance premiums, and capital projects.

City Council

The North Canton City Council is meeting to discuss two main items: an ordinance to rezone 10 parcels in the northwestern corner of the city to create a new park in the North Gateway District, and a supplemental appropriation ordinance that would reduce the current year's budget by $869,800. The council will also consider a resolution to accept property tax rates and levies for 2024. The rezoning ordinance has been recommended for approval by the Planning Commission and requires a public hearing.

• Ord. 69-2023: Rezone 10 parcels (Out Lots 325, 445, 330, Lot 6742, Part of Out Lot 192, Lots 7235, 7234, 7228, 7006, 7007) to Park and Institutional (P&I) or Residential Single Family Large Lot (R-70) for Caplea Park
• Supplemental appropriation ordinance: Net reduction of $869,800 across funds, including $200,000 cut from Police personnel, $150,000 from EMS personnel, and $300,000 from Advance Out
• Resolution to accept property tax amounts and rates as determined by the Budget Commission and certify them to the County Auditor
• Public hearing for the rezoning scheduled for November 27, 2023, at 6:45 PM
• Planning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning on October 4, 2023

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 23, 2023, with several ordinances up for final readings, including a rezoning of 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW and creation of a tax increment financing (TIF) district in the North Gateway area. The council will also consider a new liquor permit for Kraus Pizza, building permit fee adjustments, and the 2024 budget appropriations.

• Ord. 61-2023: Rezone 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW from R-50 to RMF-A (3rd reading)
• Ord. 71-2023: Create North Gateway Non-School TIF district, estimated $73,000 annual revenue (3rd reading)
• Ord. 83-2023: Adjust building and zoning permit fees (3rd reading)
• Ord. 86-2023: Authorize 2024 appropriations (2nd reading)
• New liquor permit application for Kraus Pizza at 1022 N Main St.

City Council

The North Canton City Council and Jackson Township Trustees will hold a joint public hearing to receive input on a proposed shared economic development agreement between the two jurisdictions. The hearing is scheduled for October 17, 2023, at 5:00 PM at Jackson Township Hall.

• Joint public hearing on proposed economic development agreement
• Agreement between North Canton and Jackson Township
• Public input opportunity
• Agreement available for inspection at City Hall or by email request

City Council

The North Canton City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 9, 2023, with several ordinances on second reading, including a zoning change for 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW from single-family to multi-family, a tax increment financing (TIF) declaration, and updates to rental rates, building permit fees, and yard care provider regulations. The council will also consider first readings of the 2024 appropriations budget, a resolution acknowledging budget rates and fees, and a contract for auction services. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a finance report, and public recognition.

• Ord. 61-2023: Rezone 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW from R-50 to RMF-A (multi-family)
• Ord. 71-2023: Declare property improvements as public purpose, establish TIF fund
• Ord. 81-2023: Amend Chapter 959 rental rates and policies
• Ord. 83-2023: Adjust building and zoning permit fees
• Ord. 85-2023: Establish Chapter 711 to regulate yard care providers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a public hearing for Ordinance 69-2023. This ordinance proposes reclassifying 10 city parcels to either Park and Institutional (P&I) or Residential Single Family Large Lot (R-70). The commission will also review the minutes from the August 2, 2023, meeting.

• Public hearing for Ord. 69-2023 to reclassify 10 parcels
• Rezoning of parcels to Park and Institutional (P&I)
• Rezoning of parcels to Residential Single Family Large Lot (R-70)
• Approval of August 2, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The Finance and Property Committee is reviewing the 2024 fiscal year budget, including an ordinance for appropriations and permanent fund transfers. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding budget rates and fees, and a contract for professional auction services.

• Ordinance to authorize 2024 appropriations and transfers from the General Fund to Fire, Street Maintenance, and Capital Improvements funds
• Proposed transfer of $450,000 to the Fire Fund and $450,000 to the Street Maintenance & Repair Fund
• Proposed transfer of $2,015,500 to the Capital Improvements Fund
• Resolution to acknowledge rates and fees used for the 2024 fiscal year budget
• Ordinance authorizing a contract for professional auction services to sell obsolete or unfit municipal equipment

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to expand rental registration to all units regardless of building size. The council will also consider reclassifying the Administrative Specialist position from hourly to salary and reviewing several new zoning and service ordinances.

• Expansion of rental unit registration requirements to approximately 1,400 additional units
• Reclassifying Administrative Specialist pay from $31.35/hour to a $65,208 annual salary
• Liquor permit application for Family Dollar at 700 N Main
• Zoning change for 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW from R-50 to RMF-A
• Resolution regarding municipal services for Walsh University parcels on Philzer Street NW

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially vote on Ordinance 61-2023, which proposes to reclassify a parcel at 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW from R-50 to RMF-A. The meeting includes public comment for this item.

• Ordinance 61-2023: Rezone 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW from R-50 to RMF-A

City Council

City Council is holding a public hearing regarding Ordinance 71-2023 to create a Non-School Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. The proposal aims to redirect property tax revenue from new construction in the North Gateway zoning district toward public infrastructure improvements for up to 30 years.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 71-2023 regarding a new TIF district
• Estimated $73,000 in annual additional revenue for the City
• Redirection of non-school property taxes from new construction value increases
• Funding designated for roads, sidewalks, utilities, and beautification

Civil Service Commission

The North Canton Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider disqualifying a police officer applicant who failed a polygraph assessment, as permitted under Rule 6.04(b). The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting. The meeting is open to the public and may be livestreamed.

• Consideration of disqualification of a police officer applicant due to polygraph failure
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Committee of the Whole will review a resolution regarding municipal services for three Walsh University parcels proposed for annexation. The council will also consider adjusting building and zoning permit fees and establishing new regulations for yard care providers.

• Resolution for municipal services (police, fire, EMS) to 1.25 acres at 1903, 1915, and 1939 Philzer Street NW
• Ordinance to adjust building and zoning permit rates and fees
• Ordinance to reclassify 48 parcels on the city zoning map
• Ordinance establishing Chapter 711 to regulate landscaping services
• New commercial plan review fees, such as $200.00 plus $0.15 per sq. ft. for building exams

Property Maintenance Review Board

The Property Maintenance Review Board will hold an adjudication hearing on an appeal by Michelle Frazier of a Notice of Administrative Warning for a dangerous tree at 1604 Ambler Ave SW. Frazier disputes the city's determination, citing uncertainty about tree ownership and property boundaries, and an AEP Ohio report that the tree is not dangerous. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the warning.

• Appeal PMRB-23-11 of Notice of Administrative Warning (CODE-23-563) for dangerous tree at 1604 Ambler Ave SW
• City code section 1705.07(b) requires removal of dangerous tree; estimate from Haymaker Tree and Lawn is $4,800
• Appellant disputes ownership and boundary lines, requests formal survey
• AEP Ohio reportedly scheduled tree trimming for Oct-Dec 2023
• Minutes from July 12, 2023 to be approved

City Council

The North Canton City Council will review an ordinance to expand rental unit registration requirements to all buildings regardless of size. The council will also consider reclassifying the Administrative Specialist position from hourly to salary.

• Ord. 70-2023: Expanding rental unit registration requirements to all units in the City
• Ord. 76-2023: Reclassifying Administrative Specialist position from hourly to salary
• Review of August 2023 Finance Report
• Presentation on 2023 North Canton Community Survey results

The meeting included a presentation of community survey data regarding resident satisfaction, communication effectiveness, and park priorities. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded in the provided text.

City Council

City Council is considering an ordinance to authorize a Shared Development Agreement with Jackson Township Trustees regarding specific real property parcels. The proposal includes plans for potential annexations and establishes terms for tax revenue allocation between the two localities.

• Ordinance authorizing a Shared Development Agreement with Jackson Township Trustees
• Proposed joint public hearing scheduled for October 17, 2023, at 5:00 PM at Jackson Township Hall
• Amendment to Chapter 959 of the Codified Ordinances regarding rental rates and policies
• Agreement terms for tax revenue allocation and annexation procedures

The Committee of the Whole discussed a proposed shared development agreement with Jackson Township to mutually develop vacant and underutilized land. The proposal outlines a system where North Canton retains income tax and zoning control, while Jackson Township retains property tax and provides emergency and infrastructure services.

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 6, 2023, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Board approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting. The Board heard testimony regarding a variance request for a 6-foot fence at 362 Hower Street Northeast; however, the provided transcript ends before a decision was reached.

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The North Canton City Council is reviewing several ordinance amendments and new business items. Proposed actions include expanding rental unit registration requirements and reclassifying an administrative position from hourly to salary.

• Ordinance 70-2023: Expanding rental unit registration to all units regardless of building size
• Ordinance 76-2023: Reclassifying Administrative Specialist position from hourly to salary
• Ordinance 79-2023: Authorizing cost assessment against 1646 Westfield Avenue SW for abatement actions
• Review of amended Chapter 907 regarding work in public right-of-way

City Council adopted an emergency ordinance to assess abatement costs against a property at 1646 Westfield Avenue, Southwest. The council also advanced ordinances regarding rental unit registration and personnel compensation. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Ordinance 79-2023 to assess abatement costs against 1646 Westfield Avenue, Southwest (Unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 70-2023 to expand rental registration to all city rental units (Unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 76-2023 to reclassify Administrative Specialist from hourly to salary (Unanimous)
• Approved codification updates for Chapters 907, 1107, 1136, 1153, 1703, and 1739 (Unanimous)

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control is meeting to approve minutes and consider awarding a contract for cleaning the sludge lagoon at the water treatment plant. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Approval of minutes from June 23, 2023 meeting
• Contract award for North Canton Water Treatment Plant sludge lagoon cleaning

The Board of Control awarded a contract to Synagro Central, LLC for cleaning sludge lagoons at the water treatment plant. The board also approved the minutes from the June 23, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes from June 23, 2023 meeting
• Awarded sludge lagoon cleaning contract to Synagro Central, LLC at $24.50 per cubic yard (3-0)

City Council

The North Canton City Council is reviewing several ordinance amendments regarding multi-unit dwellings, off-street parking, and subdivision regulations. The meeting also includes the review of the July 2023 finance report and the 2024 Alternative Tax Budget.

• Ordinance No. 30-2023: Amending Main Street Districts to permit multi-unit dwellings on ground floors for certain properties
• Ordinance No. 32-2023: Repealing and replacing the Off Street Parking chapter of the Codified Ordinances
• Ordinance No. 38-2023: Repealing and replacing the Subdivision Regulations chapter
• Review of July 2023 Finance Report showing $6,613,599 in year-to-date income tax receipts
• Discussion of 2024 Alternative Tax Budget

City Council approved several administrative items, including the 2024 alternative tax budget and the 2023 finance report. The meeting also included public comments regarding tax abatements, the building department, and the removal of a stop sign at Dogwood and 10th Street.

• Approved June 26, 2023, Committee, City Council, and Public Hearing minutes (7-0)
• Approved July 10, 2023, minutes (7-0)
• Approved 2023 finance report (7-0)
• Approved 2024 alternative tax budget (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including reclassifying 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW to multi-family zoning and expanding rental unit registration requirements. The meeting also covers property donations from the North Canton CIC and updates to the Property Maintenance Code.

• Rezoning 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW from R-50 to RMF-A
• Reclassifying 10 parcels to Park and Institutional or R-70 zoning
• Expanding rental registration requirements to all units regardless of building size
• Accepting property donations on Stratavon Dr. NW and Wise Ave NW from North Canton CIC
• Reclassifying Administrative Specialist position from hourly to salary

Council set a public hearing for September 25th regarding a zoning reclassification to RMF-A for a property at Pittsburg and Liberty. Council also voted to send a recommendation to the Planning Commission to zone ten acquired park parcels in the first ward as either park and institutional or single-family large lot R70.

• Scheduled public hearing for September 25th for zoning reclassification to RMF-A at Pittsburg and Liberty (7-0)
• Approved sending recommendation to Planning Commission to zone ten first-ward park parcels as park and institutional or R70 (7-0)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from three prior meetings and consider resolutions regarding property acquisition/disposition and transfers of specific parcels on Stratavon Dr. NW, Whipple Ave. NW, and Wise Ave. NW. The meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2023, at 11:30 AM.

• Resolution on acquisition/disposition of property
• Transfer of 4 parcels on Stratavon Dr. NW
• Transfer of 12 parcels on Whipple Ave. NW and Wise Ave. NW
• Approval of minutes from May 30, June 14, and August 2, 2023 meetings

The Community Improvement Corporation approved the purchase of a property at 455 North Main Street to complete a block acquisition. The board also discussed the transfer of four parcels on Stratavon Drive Northwest from the CIC to the City of North Canton for use as athletic fields, park expansion, and a retention basin.

• Approved acquisition of 455 North Main Street for $167,500 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 30, 2023
• Approved minutes from June 14, 2023
• Approved minutes from August 2, 2023

Board of Control

The City of North Canton Board of Control meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at 10:30 AM at City Hall has been cancelled. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for August 9, 2023 at 10:30 AM

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The Community Improvement Corporation authorized the purchase of six parcels, including 441-503 North Main Street and 205 Viking, for $1.25 million. The land is intended for the development of a combined fire and EMS building. The board tabled the approval of previous meeting minutes due to a lack of sufficient votes.

• Approved purchase of 441-503 North Main Street and 205 Viking for $1.25M (6-0)
• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a public hearing regarding Ordinance 61-2023. The proposal seeks to reclassify the property at 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW from Residential Single-Family Small Lot (R-50) to Residential Multi-Family A (RMF-A).

• Rezoning of 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW from R-50 to RMF-A
• Approval of May 5, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 61-2023 to reclassify 1434 Pittsburg Avenue from Residential Single-Family Small Lot (R-50) to Residential Multi-Family A (RMF-A). The property currently contains three multi-family units. The provided transcript does not record a final vote or decision on the ordinance.

• Approved May 5, 2023, meeting minutes

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for July 25, 2023, 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 agenda

Property Maintenance Review Board

The Property Maintenance Review Board will hold an adjudication hearing on an appeal by Granite Property Management Company against a Notice of Administrative Warning for the property at 800 Everhard Rd. SW. The appeal challenges the city's requirement to register rental units under Code Sections 703.03 and 703.04(a), arguing the code was misinterpreted and unfairly applies to large, professionally managed properties. The board will also approve minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting.

• Appeal No. PMRB-23-10: 800 Everhard Rd. SW, filed by Jeff Linker of Granite Property Management Company
• Appeal of Notice of Administrative Warning (Case CODE-23-364) for violations of Code Sections 703.03 and 703.04(a)
• Property is Creekside Villas Apartments, 108 units in 19 buildings, each with 4-8 units
• Potential fines: $150 first offense, $250 second, $500 third; rental registration penalties $100 each
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2023 meeting

Civil Service Commission

The North Canton Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve Fire/EMS promotional exam scores for Chief, Battalion Chief, and Captain positions, and to approve minutes from prior meetings. The agenda includes only these routine items, with no other substantive business.

• Approve Fire/EMS promotional exam scores for 4 Chief, 3 Battalion Chief, and 2 Captain positions
• Approve minutes from December 13, 2022 and May 3, 2023 meetings

City Council

The City Council will consider several amendments to the Codified Ordinances regarding land use, parking, and subdivision regulations. The meeting also includes a presentation on city land uses and a review of the second quarter 2023 finance report.

• Ordinance 30-2023: Permit multi-unit dwellings on ground floors without Main Street frontage
• Ordinance 32-2023: Repeal and replace Chapter 1153, Off Street Parking
• Ordinance 38-2023: Repeal and replace Chapter 1107, Subdivision Regulations
• Ordinance 56-2023: Repeal and replace Chapter 907, Street Excavations
• Ordinance 60-2023: Update traffic patterns regarding right turns on red at certain intersections

City Council approved the 2023 quarter two finance report and codification updates to several chapters of the city code. The meeting also included a presentation on the city's land use ratio and the financial sustainability of commercial versus residential land.

• Approved 2023 quarter two finance report (5-0)
• Approved codification updates to Chapters 148, 921, 923, 925, 929, and 1501 (5-0)
• Excused Members Revoldt and Orr (5-0)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 27, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled due to lack of an agenda. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued June 14, 2023

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinance updates regarding sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and street excavation regulations. The agenda also includes a presentation on digitizing city services and proposed changes to multi-unit dwelling permissions in Main Street Districts.

• Ordinance 51-2023: Repealing and replacing sanitary sewer regulations
• Ordinance 52-2023: Repealing and replacing storm sewer regulations
• Ordinance 60-2023: Updating traffic patterns regarding right turns on red
• Ordinance 30-2023: Permitting multi-unit dwellings on ground floors in Main Street Districts
• Ordinance 50-2023: Vacation of a portion of Alley Number 47 near Rose Lane Street SE

City Council approved the minutes from June 5th and June 12th, along with codification updates to Chapters 135 and 719. The Director of Administration presented a report on the digitization of city services and the new online citizen service portal.

• Approved minutes from June 5th and June 12th (7-0)
• Approved codification updates to Chapter 135 (7-0)
• Approved codification updates to Chapter 719 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances regarding zoning changes and fire code updates. The meeting also includes discussions on applying for state grants for waterline replacement projects and managing city utilities.

• Rezoning 1434 Pittsburg Ave NW from single-family to multi-family residential
• Repealing subsection 148.02(b) to prevent legal conflicts of interest in the Property Maintenance Review Board
• Updating the City Code to reflect the most current version of the Ohio Fire Code
• Applying for OPWC grants for the Woodrow/Lois Waterline Replacement and Arrowhead Water Well projects
• Authorizing agreements for waterline replacements at Everhard/Dressler Road and Peachtree Neighborhood

The Committee of the Whole approved moving multiple ordinances to the Council agenda, including grant applications for waterline replacements and a water well project. The committee also recommended a zoning change for a small parcel and proposed removing the Director of Law from the property maintenance review board to avoid conflicts of interest.

• Recommended rezoning a small parcel from R50 to RMF-A (7-0)
• Postponed further consideration of item 3A until Codified Ordinance 1181.06(A) conditions are met (7-0)
• Moved to Council agenda on emergency basis: removing Director of Law from property maintenance review board (7-0)
• Moved to Council agenda on emergency basis: updating fire department charter language (7-0)
• Moved to Council agenda: application for OPWC grant for Woodrow and Lois waterline replacement (7-0)
• Moved to Council agenda: application for OPWC grant for Arrowhead water well project (7-0)
• Moved to Council agenda: agreement with Stark County Commissioners for Everhard-Dressler Road waterlines (7-0)
• Moved to Council agenda: agreement for $499,950 CDBG grant for Peachtree neighborhood waterline replacement (7-0)

City Council

North Canton City Council will hold a public hearing on June 26, 2023, to discuss and vote on ordinances related to multi-unit dwellings and off-street parking regulations.

• Ordinance No. 30-2023: Amending Chapter 1136 to permit multi-unit dwellings on ground floors when a property does not have frontage on Main Street or other important roads
• Ordinance No. 32-2023: Repealing and replacing Chapter 1153, Off Street Parking regulations

City Council conducted a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to multi-unit dwelling permits and off-street parking requirements. No final votes were recorded in this transcript; items were referred to the Council agenda.

• Proposed Ordinance 30-2023 to permit ground-floor multi-unit dwellings on properties without Main Street or major road frontage
• Proposed Ordinance 32-2023 to replace mandatory minimum parking requirements with developer discretion subject to approval

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control is meeting to consider approving purchases of police cruisers and equipment, as well as vehicles and equipment for the Street and Parks Departments. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting. No dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Police Department - Police Cruisers and Corresponding Equipment/Modifications Purchase Approval
• Street Department - Vehicles and Vehicle Equipment Purchase Approval
• Parks Department - Vehicles and Vehicle Equipment Purchase Approval
• Approval of Minutes from April 20, 2023 Meeting

The Board of Control approved the purchase of several vehicles and equipment for the police, street, and parks departments. All approved expenditures fell within the cost caps established by previous ordinances. The board also approved the meeting minutes from April 20, 2023.

• Approved purchase of two police patrol vehicles and equipment not to exceed $130,000 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of two Ford F250s with plows for the street department for $138,189.90 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of two Ford F250s with plow packages for the parks department for $121,901.28 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of one Ford transit vehicle for $49,914 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of one Ford F250 with plow package for $61,847.14 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 20, 2023 meeting (4-0)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a resolution concerning 6647 Wise Ave. NW. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including approval of minutes from the May 24 meeting.

• Resolution regarding 6647 Wise Ave. NW

The Community Improvement Corporation approved a resolution to purchase approximately .23 acres of real estate at 6647 Wise Avenue, Northwest from Michael J. and Marie E. Stuffel. The acquisition is part of a larger strategy to assemble a 13-acre tract for future capital investment and city annexation.

• Approved purchase of property at 6647 Wise Avenue, Northwest (6-0)
• Approved minutes from May 24, 2023 meeting (5-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

The City Council meeting includes discussions on accepting a real property donation for the Charlotte Street Corridor Project. The agenda also features several readings of ordinances regarding street excavations, sewer regulations, and sidewalk performance bonds.

• Acceptance of donated real property on Willaman Avenue NW for the Charlotte Street Corridor Project
• Ordinance 50-2023: Second reading to update sanitary sewer regulations
• Ordinance 57-2023, 58-2023, and 59-2023: First readings for sidewalk performance bonds for Sanctuary Phase 1, 2, and 4
• Ordinance 60-2023: First reading to update traffic patterns regarding right turns on red
• May 2023 Finance Report showing $4,612,965 in year-to-date total receipts

City Council approved the minutes from May 15 and May 22, the May 2023 finance report, and several codification updates. The remainder of the meeting consisted of a presentation by the North Canton Jaycees and public comments regarding traffic safety and sidewalk construction.

• Approved minutes from May 15 and May 22
• Approved May 2023 finance report
• Approved codification updates to chapters 351, 703, 709, 935, 937, 1159, and 1313
• Excused Member Werren

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 7, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to accept donated property on Willaman Avenue NW for the Charlotte Street Corridor Project. The meeting also includes discussions on supplemental fund appropriations for police and fire radios and updates to street excavation ordinances.

• Acceptance of donated real property on Willaman Avenue NW from North Canton CIC
• $18,000 supplemental appropriation for police and fire mobile radios
• Amended sidewalk performance bonds for Sanctuary Phase 1, 2, and 4 developments
• Repeal and replacement of Chapter 907, Street Excavations, of the Codified Ordinances
• Update to ordinances regarding right turns on red at certain intersections

The Committee of the Whole approved placing several items on the council agenda, including an ordinance change to allow commercial bonds instead of cash-only bonds for road opening permits. The committee also moved to agenda a purchase for emergency radios and the transfer of property for a roundabout.

• Moved to agenda: Transfer of CIC property to the city for a roundabout
• Approved $18,000 purchase for two new radios (one fire, one police)
• Moved to agenda: Repealing and replacing Chapter 907 to allow commercial bonds for road opening permits
• Moved to agenda with emergency clause: Amended and restated sidewalk bond (Item 4b)
• Moved to agenda with emergency clause: Amended and restated sidewalk bond (Item 4c)
• Moved to agenda with emergency clause: Amended and restated sidewalk bond (Item 4d)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) is meeting to approve minutes and consider a resolution regarding seven parcels on Whipple Ave. NW. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Resolution concerning Whipple Ave. NW Parcels (7)

The Community Improvement Corporation approved a resolution to purchase approximately 9.19 acres of land from New Berlin Company, LLC. The property consists of seven parcels located on Whipple Avenue Northwest and Wise Avenue Northwest. The land is currently zoned light industrial and is intended for future development and annexation.

• Approved purchase of 9.19 acres from New Berlin Company, LLC for $3.25 million (6-0)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The Community Improvement Corporation approved the sale of a small portion of Lot 7234 to private residents to straighten property lines. The board also voted to accept the transfer of three parcels on Dressler Road Northwest from the city for future sale and development.

• Approved minutes from April 12, 2023 meeting
• Approved resolution to sell Lot 7234 (Seward-Redinger property) to Donald E. Seward Jr. and Kira N. Redinger (7-0)
• Approved resolution to accept transfer of three parcels (No. 1680666, 1680668, and 1680670) on Dressler Road Northwest from the city (7-0)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for May 23, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. Chief Building Official Martin B. Van Gundy IV issued a notice stating the cancellation is due to a lack of an agenda. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings are associated with this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued by Martin B. Van Gundy IV

City Council

The North Canton City Council meeting includes several third readings for ordinances regarding parking ticket appeals, water rate adjustments, and rental unit inspections. The agenda also features first readings for new budget appropriations and a street alley vacation.

• Ordinance 36-2/2023: Updates parking regulations, including the ticket appeal process and penalties
• Ordinance 45-2023: Adjusts water rates and clarifies regulations
• Ordinance 43-2023: Amends inspection procedures for registered rental units
• Ordinance 49-2023: Authorizes fund appropriations for current expenses through December 31, 2023
• Ordinance 50-2023: Proposes the vacation of a portion of Alley Number 47 near Rose Lane Street SE

The council approved the meeting minutes from May 1st and May 8th. The session included public comments regarding parking ordinances and water annexation requirements, but no substantive legislative actions were recorded in the provided text.

• Excused absence of Member Metheney (6-0)
• Approved May 1st and May 8th minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding land use, parking regulations, and subdivision rules. Discussions include permitting multi-unit dwellings on ground floors in specific districts and updating sanitary and storm sewer regulations.

• Ordinance No. 30-2023: Permitting multi-unit dwellings on ground floors in Main Street Districts
• Ordinance No. 32-2023: Repealing and replacing off-street parking regulations
• Appropriation of funds for current expenses through December 31, 2023
• Ordinance No. 38-2023: Repealing and replacing subdivision regulations
• Vacation of a portion of Alley Number 47 near Rose Lane Street SE

Council set a public hearing for June 26 at 6:45 p.m. to discuss two ordinances. One proposal would allow multi-unit dwellings on ground floors in certain Main Street District areas, and the other would change commercial parking requirements from mandatory to recommended sizes.

• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 30-2023 (Main Street District multi-unit dwellings) for June 26 at 6:45 p.m.
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 32-2023 (commercial parking requirements) for June 26 at 6:45 p.m.
• Approved motion to excuse absent members

Property Maintenance Review Board

The Property Maintenance Review Board meeting scheduled for May 10, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda item, Case Number PMRB-23-6, will be discussed at a later meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• Case PMRB-23-6 postponed

City Council

The North Canton City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding local land use, water rates, and property maintenance. The agenda includes a proposal for a new Façade Incentive Program for Main Street businesses and updates to the city's zoning map.

• Ordinance 33-2023: Establishing a Façade Incentive Program for Main Street businesses
• Ordinance 21-2023: Reclassifying 25 parcels to phase out Office Building (OB) zoning
• Ordinance 45-2023: Adjusting water rates and clarifying regulations
• Ordinance 16-2023: Reducing the period for inactive nonconforming use from two years to 12 months
• Resolution 47-2023: Applying for Ohio Department of Natural Resources NatureWorks Grant funding

City Council approved the meeting minutes from April 19 and April 24, as well as the April 2023 finance report. Residents expressed opposition during public comment regarding a proposed change to overnight parking permits in Ordinance 36-2023.

• Approved April 19 and April 24 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved April 2023 finance report (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a conditional use application for a vehicle repair facility at 500 Applegrove St. NW. Public hearings are scheduled regarding updates to off-street parking, subdivision regulations, and multi-unit dwelling rules in Main Street Districts.

• Conditional use for a new vehicle repair facility at 500 Applegrove St. NW
• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 1153, Off Street Parking
• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 1107, Subdivision Regulations
• Amendment to Chapter 1136 regarding multi-unit dwellings in Main Street Districts
• General Development review for 500 Applegrove St. NW

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a Conrad Tire auto service center at 500 Applegrove Street NW. The decision followed a public hearing and staff recommendation, with conditions including an easement for a neighboring driveway and additional landscaping for buffering.

• Approved conditional use permit for vehicle repair facility at 500 Applegrove St. (unanimous)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjusted agenda to move item 6A to 5A (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider approving promotional exams for Chief, Battalion Chief, and Captain of Fire/EMS, all scheduled for June 26, 2023. The exams are proposed with specific filing periods and eligibility criteria. The commission may also discuss combining the Chief and Battalion Chief exams into one test.

• Chief of Fire/EMS exam on June 26 at 9:00 AM; filing May 8–June 23; max salary $112,638
• Battalion Chief exam on June 26 at 9:00 AM; filing May 8–June 23; max salary $100,781
• Captain exam on June 26 at 10:30 AM; filing May 8–June 23; max salary $78,849
• Chief and Battalion Chief exams may be combined into one test titled 'Chief of Fire/EMS & Battalion Chief Promotional Exam'
• Eligibility lists include current employees; passing score is 70%

The Civil Service Commission authorized three Fire/EMS promotional exams to be held on June 26, 2023. The Chief exam was opened to all eligible department members due to a small applicant pool, and the Battalion Chief exam was combined with the Chief exam to reduce administrative costs. The Captain exam was scheduled separately at 10:30 AM. All three motions passed unanimously (3-0).

• Authorized Fire/EMS Chief promotional exam on June 26, 2023, with expanded applicant pool (3-0)
• Authorized Fire/EMS Battalion Chief promotional exam on June 26, 2023, combined with Chief exam (3-0)
• Authorized Fire/EMS Captain promotional exam on June 26, 2023, at 10:30 AM (3-0)

City Council

The City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss updating ordinances for trash collection and applying for state nature grants. The agenda also includes a presentation on development services and updates to fire department chief regulations.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 709 regarding Rubbish Haulers
• Resolution to apply for Ohio Department of Natural Resources NatureWorks Grant Program funding
• Ordinance to amend Fire and EMS Department Chief regulations to align with City Charter
• Special presentation on the Department of Development Services

The Committee of the Whole moved three items to the council agenda: a redrafted rubbish haulers ordinance, a grant application for Dogwood Pool, and a correction to the fire department's appointment process. The meeting also included the reading of three mayoral proclamations.

• Moved redrafted Chapter 719 (Rubbish Haulers) to council agenda
• Moved motion to apply for NatureWorks grant for Dogwood Pool playground and surface to council agenda
• Moved ordinance to correct Chapter 135 (Fire and Emergency Medical Services) appointment process to council agenda
• Excused absent council members Werren and McCleaster

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for April 25, 2023 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 agenda

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a proposal to reduce the period for inactive nonconforming uses from two years to twelve months. The agenda also includes plans to phase out Office Building zoning on 25 parcels and discussions regarding water rate adjustments.

• Ordinance 16-2023: Reduces inactivity period for nonconforming uses from 2 years to 12 months
• Ordinance 21-2023: Reclassifies 25 parcels to phase out Office Building (OB) zoning
• Ordinance 31-2023: Amended Sidewalk Performance Bond for Sanctuary Phase 3 development
• Ordinance 33-2023: Establishes a Façade Incentive Program for Main Street businesses
• Ordinance 45-2023: Proposes adjustments to water rates and regulations

Council approved a sidewalk performance bond for the Sanctuary Phase 3 development. The body also passed the second reading of ordinances to phase out Office Building zoning for 25 parcels and reduce the inactive period for nonconforming uses from two years to 12 months.

• Approved sidewalk performance bond for Sanctuary Phase 3 development (Ordinance 31-2023)
• Passed second reading of Ordinance 16-2023 to lower nonconforming use inactive period from 2 years to 12 months
• Passed second reading of Ordinance 21-2023 to reclassify 25 parcels and phase out Office Building zoning
• Approved minutes from April 3, April 10 public hearing, and April 10 city committee

Board of Control

The Board of Control is meeting to approve minutes from February 14, 2023, and to consider awarding four contracts for drinking water chemicals at the North Canton Water Treatment Plant. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2023
• Award of four drinking water chemical contracts for the North Canton Water Treatment Plant

The Board of Control approved contracts for lime and bulk soda ash for the water treatment plant. The board discussed a sodium hypochlorite bid, noting significant price increases across all chemical categories compared to the previous year.

• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Awarded lime bid project to Greer Industries, Inc. at $289 per ton for one year (4-0)
• Awarded bulk soda ash bid project to Bonded Chemicals, Incorporated at $574 per ton for a two-year term (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to increase the principal amount of 15-year non-tax revenue bonds from $3.3 million to $4.3 million. The agenda also includes a supplemental appropriation of $1,051,600 for various city expenses and updates to water and rental regulations.

• Increase 15-year non-tax revenue economic development bonds by $1,000,000
• Supplemental appropriation of $1,051,600 for current expenses through December 31, 2023
• Gas line easement agreement with Dominion Energy Ohio for Out Lot No. 247
• Amend rental unit inspection procedures in Chapter 703 of the Codified Ordinances
• Update water tap-in regulations and adjust water rates in Chapters 935 and 937

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss the strategic disposition of city land bank properties in the Kmart area. Administration officials detailed the guiding principles used to select a buyer, focusing on job density, capital investment, and minimal incentives. No formal votes on property sales were recorded in this transcript.

• Approved motion to excuse Members Weyrick and Metheney

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control will vote on several purchase approvals, including drinking water chemicals for the water treatment plant, police cruisers and equipment, and vehicles for the street and parks departments. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the February 14, 2023 meeting.

• Drinking water chemicals contract awards (4) for North Canton Water Treatment Plant
• Police cruisers (2) and equipment purchase approval for North Canton Police Department
• Street Department vehicle (2) and equipment purchase approval
• Parks Department vehicle (3) and equipment purchase approval

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation is meeting to approve minutes from its February 17, 2023 meeting and to hold an executive session regarding the acquisition or disposition of property. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 17, 2023 meeting
• Executive session on acquisition/disposition of property

The Community Improvement Corporation approved a sales agreement to dispose of the remaining 3.59 acres of property on North Main Street to MAGG North Canton. This transaction completes the disposition of all Kmart property acquired by the CIC for redevelopment. The board also approved the minutes from February 17, 2023.

• Approved minutes from February 17, 2023
• Approved sales agreement for 3.59 acres of former Kmart parcels to MAGG North Canton (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including a new façade incentive program for Main Street businesses and updates to nonconforming use periods. The meeting also includes discussions on a community survey and the sale of surplus municipal equipment.

• Ordinance 33-2023: Creation of a Façade Incentive Program for Main Street businesses
• Ordinance 16-2023: Reducing inactive nonconforming use period from two years to 12 months
• Ordinance 21-2023: Reclassifying 33 parcels to phase out Office Building (OB) zoning
• Resolution 34-2023: Authorization to sell a 2007 Braun ambulance via public auction
• Ordinance 31-2023: Amended Sidewalk Performance Bond for Sanctuary Phase 3 development

Council approved a new parking ordinance increasing overnight parking fines and established a facade incentive program for Main Street businesses. The board also approved a grading and drainage ordinance and authorized various financial appropriations.

• Adopted Resolution 27-2023 supporting the 2023 North Canton Community Survey
• Approved Ordinance 31-2023 for Sanctuary Phase 3 sidewalk performance bond
• Adopted Ordinance 16-2023 reducing nonconforming use inactivity period from two years to 12 months
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 21-2023 to reclassify 33 parcels to phase out office zoning (amended to remove Schneider properties)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 33-2023 creating a Main Street facade incentive program for permit fee reimbursements
• Adopted Resolution 34-2023 to sell a 2007 Braun ambulance via public auction
• Adopted Ordinance 35-2023 for fiscal year 2023 fund appropriations
• Adopted Ordinance 36-2023 updating parking rules, including increasing overnight parking fees to $25

City Council

City Council is reviewing two ordinances regarding local zoning regulations. The first proposes reducing the period a nonconforming use can remain inactive from two years to twelve months, while the second seeks to reclassify 33 parcels to phase out Office Building (OB) zoning.

• Ordinance No. 16-2023: Reduces inactive period for nonconforming uses from 2 years to 12 months
• Ordinance No. 21-2023: Reclassifies 33 parcels to phase out Office Building (OB) zoning
• Rezoning of Schneider St SE lots to Residential Multi-Family A and Main Street South
• Rezoning of E Maple St parcels to Main Street Center
• Rezoning of Market Ave parcels to General Business A

City Council conducted public hearings for two proposed ordinances regarding nonconforming use periods and the phasing out of office building zoning. No final votes were taken on the ordinances during this session; both were referred to the City Council agenda.

• Excused Councilman Revoldt from the meeting
• Held public hearing for Ordinance 16-2023 (proposed reduction of nonconforming use inactive period from two years to 12 months)
• Held public hearing for Ordinance 21-2023 (proposed reclassification of 33 parcels to phase out office building zoning)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting originally scheduled for April 5, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. This notice was issued by Chief Building Official Martin B. Van Gundy IV.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinance changes, including updates to off-street parking rules and the creation of a Façade Incentive Program for Main Street businesses. The agenda also includes a proposal to sell an unused 2007 Braun ambulance at public auction.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 1153 regarding off-street parking
• Creation of a Façade Incentive Program for Main Street businesses
• Resolution to sell a 2007 Braun ambulance via public auction
• New regulations for grading and drainage on city lots
• Discussion regarding vacation rentals

City Council moved a proposal to establish a Main Street facade program with permit fee waivers to the next meeting agenda. An ordinance to update off-street parking requirements was referred to the Planning Commission. Council also approved moving the sale of an out-of-service ambulance via auction to the agenda.

• Referred off-street parking ordinance to Planning Commission for review (6-0)
• Postponed further consideration of off-street parking ordinance until Planning Commission returns matter (6-0)
• Approved moving Main Street facade program to next Council meeting agenda with amendment to use term 'initial' regarding permit fees (6-0)
• Approved moving sale of out-of-service ambulance via auction to the agenda (6-0)
• Excused Member Werren (6-0)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals has cancelled its meeting scheduled for March 28, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. The cancellation is due to a lack of an agenda. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

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

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to conduct the 2023 North Canton Community Survey between May and August. Additionally, the council will review an ordinance regarding a sidewalk performance bond for the Sanctuary Phase 3 development.

• Resolution No. 27-2023: Support for the 2023 North Canton Community Survey
• Ordinance No. 31-2023: Reduction of Sidewalk Performance Bond for Sanctuary Phase 3 to $12,600
• Special Presentation by Randy Ruszkowski of the Stark County Health Department

City Council approved a sidewalk performance bond for the Sanctuary Phase 3 development and voted to amend the 2023 North Canton Community Survey. The meeting also included a presentation from the Stark County Health Department and discussions regarding the local deer population.

• Approved Ordinance 31-2023 authorizing an amended and restated sidewalk performance bond for Sanctuary Phase 3 development (7-0)
• Approved motion to amend the 2023 North Canton Community Survey to include non-residents (7-0)

Records & Archives Commission

The Commission approved a revised records retention manual and reappointed its members. The updated manual includes revised timelines for record review and updated contact information. The Commission also approved the meeting minutes from September 26, 2022.

• Approved minutes from September 26, 2022 meeting
• Reappointed 2022 commission members
• Appointed Jennifer Cross as commission secretary to replace Kelly Hart
• Approved revised City of North Canton records retention manual

Tax Incentive Review Council (TIRC)

The Tax Incentive Review Council is meeting to review commercial and industrial Community Reinvestment Area agreements, specifically the Insight Realty, LLC agreement for the Eye Clinic at 1605 Portage St. NW. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the previous year's meeting and the annual review of the agreement.

• Annual review of Insight Realty, LLC agreement (1605 Portage St. NW - The Eye Clinic)
• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2022 meeting

The Tax Incentive Review Council approved the continuation of a 15-year tax exemption agreement for Insight Realty. Although the project lacked one required part-time position, the council found that payroll exceeded the agreement's requirements.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved continuance of tax agreement for Insight Realty

City Council

North Canton City Council will consider amendments to zoning fee schedules (Chapters 1172, 1301, 1302) and a resolution supporting a community survey. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Stark County NAACP and review of the February 2023 finance report.

• Chapter 1172 as amended by Ord. 11-2023 (schedule of fees)
• Chapter 1301 as amended by Ord. 11-2023 (zoning code)
• Chapter 1302 as amended by Ord. 11-2023 (zoning map)
• Resolution No. 27-2023 supporting the 2023 North Canton Community Survey
• Special presentation from Hector McDaniel of the Stark County NAACP

City Council approved the first reading of a resolution to conduct the 2023 North Canton Community Survey. The survey, funded by a grant, seeks input from residents, businesses, and visitors on city government and local issues.

• Approved February 2023 finance report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 13 and February 27 (unanimous)
• Approved codification updates to Chapters 1172 and 1302 (unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Resolution 27-2023 for the 2023 Community Survey (unanimous)
• Excused Member McCleaster (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider two ordinances: one to permit multi-unit dwellings on ground floors in Main Street districts when the property does not front Main Street or other designated roads, and another to reduce a sidewalk performance bond for the Sanctuary Phase 3 development from $15,000 to $12,600 and release a related mortgage.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 1136 to allow multi-unit dwellings on ground floors in Main Street districts if property lacks frontage on Main St, Maple St, Charlotte St, 7th St, or Applegrove St
• Ordinance authorizing mayor to enter amended sidewalk performance bond with McKinley-Applegrove Ltd. for Sanctuary Phase 3, reducing bond from $15,000 to $12,600
• Developer requests bond be secured by commercial bond and city-held mortgage be released
• Sidewalk bond extended through January 15, 2024

The Committee of the Whole voted to send a proposal to the planning commission regarding whether multi-unit dwellings can be permitted on auxiliary streets within the Main Street zoning district. Council also moved a sidewalk performance bond for Sanctuary Phase 3 to the city council agenda.

• Forwarded proposal to permit multi-unit dwellings on auxiliary streets within Main Street zoning to the planning commission (Approved)
• Deferred action on Main Street zoning amendment until planning commission report is received (Approved)
• Moved sidewalk performance bond between city and McKinley-Applegrove (Sanctuary Phase 3) to city council agenda (Approved)
• Excused Member McCleaster (Approved)

City Council

The City Council will consider three ordinances from the Community and Economic Development Committee: reducing the vacancy period for nonconforming uses from two years to 12 months, rezoning 33 parcels to phase out Office Building zoning citywide, and continuing a tax incentive agreement for 1303-1305 North Main Street. The Council will also discuss resolutions on opioid settlements, restoring local government funds, a community survey, and water treatment chemicals.

• Ordinance 16-2023: Reduce nonconforming use vacancy period from 2 years to 12 months
• Ordinance 21-2023: Rezone 33 parcels to phase out Office Building (OB) zoning citywide
• Ordinance continuing CRA tax incentive agreement for 1303-1305 North Main Street
• Resolution to authorize participation in National Opioid Settlement with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, Walmart
• Resolution supporting Arrowhead Water Well Project funding request

The Committee of the Whole scheduled a public hearing for the reclassification of 33 parcels and adopted a resolution urging the state to restore the local government fund. Council also moved items regarding a community survey and a new well field project to the council agenda.

• Scheduled public hearing for reclassification of 33 parcels for April 10 (unanimous)
• Moved Ordinance 21-23 regarding parcel reclassification to the council agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution urging Ohio governor and General Assembly to restore local government fund to pre-recession levels (unanimous)
• Moved community survey item to council agenda item 5a (unanimous)
• Moved Item 6b regarding a new well field project to the council agenda (unanimous)

City Council

North Canton City Council will hold a special meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including continuing a CRA tax incentive for 1303-1305 N Main Street, authorizing participation in national opioid settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart, approving bidding for water treatment plant chemicals, urging restoration of the Ohio Local Government Fund, and supporting federal earmark funding for a new drinking water well at Arrowhead Golf Course. All items are on first reading and include emergency clauses.

• Continuation of CRA Tax Incentive Agreement for 1303-1305 N Main Street (North Ridge Apartments)
• Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute participation in national opioid settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart
• Ordinance authorizing bidding for purchase of chemicals for the Drinking Water Treatment Plant
• Resolution urging Ohio Governor and General Assembly to restore Local Government Fund to pre-recession levels (citing $400,000 annual loss for North Canton)
• Resolution supporting federal earmark funding for Arrowhead Water Well Project at Arrowhead Golf Course

City Council adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including a tax incentive agreement and a request for federal funding for a water well project. The council also authorized the mayor to execute a national opioid settlement agreement and approved the purchase of water treatment chemicals.

• Adopted Ordinance 24-2023 continuing the Community Reinvestment Area Tax Incentive Agreement for 1303-1305 North Main Street
• Adopted Resolution 25-2023 urging the Ohio governor and General Assembly to restore the local government fund to pre-recession levels
• Adopted Resolution 26-2023 authorizing the mayor to execute the National Opioid Settlement Agreements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart
• Adopted Ordinance 28-2023 authorizing the purchase of water treatment plant chemicals
• Adopted Resolution 29-2023 supporting a Congressionally Directed Spending request for the Arrowhead Water Well Project

Planning Commission

The North Canton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two ordinances: one to shorten the period a nonconforming use can remain inactive from two years to twelve months, and another to rezone 33 parcels to eliminate Office Building (OB) zoning citywide. The commission will also elect officers, approve the 2023 meeting calendar, and consider minutes from December 7, 2022.

• Ordinance No. 16-2022: Lower discontinuance period for nonconforming uses from 2 years to 12 months
• Ordinance No. 21-2023: Rezone 33 parcels to phase out Office Building (OB) zoning citywide
• Election of officers
• Approve 2023 meeting calendar
• Approve December 7, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission approved an ordinance to shorten the time a nonconforming use can remain inactive before losing its status from two years to 12 months. The board also elected its officers for the term and approved the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Elected Eric Dalpiaz as Chairman
• Elected Peter Volas as Vice-Chair
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (with July 5th meeting removed)
• Approved Ordinance 16-2022 to lower nonconforming use inactivity period from two years to 12 months (5-0)

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The Zoning and Building Standards Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for February 28, 2023, 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 an agenda

City Council

City Council will hold third readings on ordinances to recodify building permit fees and adopt the 2023 Master Plan. New business includes authorizing conveyance of the Dressler Well Field property and issuing economic development revenue bonds. Council may also enter executive session to discuss property purchase.

• Third reading of Ordinance 11-2023 to move building permit fee schedule from Zoning Code to Building Code
• Third reading of Resolution 12-2023 to adopt the 2023 Master Plan for North Canton
• First reading of Ordinance 17-2023 to convey Dressler Well Field property to North Canton Community Improvement Corporation
• First reading of Ordinance 23-2023 authorizing economic development revenue bonds for job creation projects
• Resolution 15-2023 appointing Terrence Seeberger to Stark County Board of Health for five-year term

City Council approved the final draft of the 2023 Master Plan and authorized the sale of economic development revenue bonds to fund future projects. The council also approved the conveyance of the Dressler Well Field to the North Canton Community Improvement Corporation.

• Adopted 2023 Master Plan for the City of North Canton (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 17-2023 to convey Dressler Well Field to the North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 23-2023 to issue and sell economic development revenue bonds (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 11-2023 to recodify building permit and plan review fees from zoning code to building code (Unanimous)
• Appointed Terrence Seeberger to the Stark County Board of Health for a five-year term (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 6 and February 7, 2023 (Unanimous)

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The North Canton Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) is meeting to consider resolutions regarding properties at 600 North Main Street and 6721-6729 Wise Avenue NW & Whipple Avenue NW, and to hold an executive session on property acquisition/disposition. The agenda also includes approval of the January 13, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Resolution regarding 600 North Main Street
• Resolution regarding 6721-6729 Wise Avenue NW & Whipple Avenue NW
• Executive session on acquisition/disposition of property
• Approval of January 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Community Improvement Corporation approved resolutions to purchase two sets of properties. The board also entered an executive session to discuss property acquisition and disposition, though no action was taken during that session.

• Approved purchase of 600 North Main Street (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 6721 to 6729 Wise Avenue Northwest and Whipple Avenue Northwest (6-0)
• Approved January 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Excused absences of Tim McCort and Daryl Revoldt (6-0)

Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council (CRA)

The Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and conduct the annual review of residential CRA agreements, specifically for the North Ridge Apartments at 1303-1305 North Main Street. The meeting is open to the public or livestreamed.

• Annual review of Residential Community Reinvestment Area Agreements
• 1303-1305 North Main Street (North Ridge Apartments)

The Council conducted an annual review of the residential community reinvestment area agreement for the North Ridge Apartments. After reviewing exterior maintenance photographs, the Council voted to continue the agreement for another year.

• Excused Member Revoldt
• Approved minutes from February 15, 2022 meeting
• Approved North Ridge CRA agreement (1303-1305 North Main Street) for another year

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control is meeting to approve minutes from the January 20, 2023 meeting and to consider awarding a contract for the Wise Avenue NE Reconstruction Project. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2023 meeting
• Wise Avenue NE Reconstruction Project Award

The Board of Control approved a contract for the Wise Avenue Northeast reconstruction project. The contract was awarded to the lowest bidder, Northstar Asphalt, Inc., for $876,537.

• Approved minutes from January 20, 2023 meeting
• Excused absence of Member Stephan Wilder
• Awarded Wise Avenue Northeast reconstruction contract to Northstar Asphalt, Inc. for $876,537

City Council

The council will hold second readings on ordinances to recodify building fees and adopt the 2023 Master Plan, and a resolution appointing a representative to the Stark County Board of Health. New business includes first readings on agreements for waterline relocation for the Pittsburg Avenue/Mount Pleasant Street Roundabout Project and for purchasing rock salt through ODOT's cooperative program. The agenda also includes a presentation on the North Canton Public Library's 2022 annual report and consideration of the January 2023 finance report.

• Resolution No. 12-2023: adopting the final draft of the 2023 Master Plan
• Ordinance No. 18-2023: authorizing waterline relocation for the Pittsburg Avenue/Mount Pleasant Street Roundabout Project
• Ordinance No. 22-2023: authorizing rock salt purchase for 2023-2024 winter season via ODOT cooperative purchasing
• Ordinance No. 11-2023: recodifying building permit and plan review fees from Zoning Code to Building Code
• Resolution No. 15-2023: appointing Terrence Seeberger to Stark County Board of Health for a five-year term

Property Maintenance Review Board

The February 8, 2023 Property Maintenance Review Board meeting was cancelled because the applicant for Case PMRB-22-1 withdrew their application, leaving no agenda items to address.

• Cancellation of PMRB meeting scheduled for February 8, 2023 at 7:00 PM
• Withdrawal of application for Case PMRB-22-1

City Council

North Canton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions that would place replacement and increase tax levies on the May 2, 2023 ballot. One levy would fund street, road, and bridge repairs; the other would fund flood defense and stormwater improvements. Both are first readings and require council approval to proceed.

• Resolution 19-2023: 2-mill street levy replacement and increase, estimated to raise $1,025,045 annually for five years
• Resolution 20-2023: 2-mill stormwater/flood defense levy replacement and increase, estimated to raise $1,025,045 annually for five years
• Both levies would cost $70 per $100,000 of appraised property value
• Public comment limited to agenda items only

City Council adopted two resolutions to place replacement and increased tax levies for roads and storm sewers on the ballot. Council also authorized the law director to use all necessary legal means to ensure these items appear on the May primary ballot following a dispute over ballot language with the county prosecutor.

• Adopted Resolution 19-2023 for a replacement and increased road tax levy
• Adopted Resolution 20-2023 for a replacement and increased storm sewer tax levy
• Authorized Law Director to pursue all legal means to secure May ballot placement (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to rezone all 33 remaining Office Building (OB) parcels to other designations, effectively eliminating the OB district. It will also discuss authorizing the mayor to join ODOT's cooperative purchasing program for rock salt for the 2023-2024 winter season.

• Rezone 33 OB parcels to RMF-A, MS-S, R-70, MS-C, GB-A, and GB-A districts
• Authorize mayor to enter ODOT cooperative purchasing agreement for rock salt
• Affected properties include 935 Schneider St SE, 517 E Maple St, 801 Pittsburg Ave NW, and others
• OB zoning currently covers only 0.44% of city properties

City Council voted to send a request to reclassify 33 parcels currently zoned as Office Building to the planning commission for review. The council also moved to place the annual ODOT rock salt purchasing agreement on the agenda.

• Approved sending reclassification of 33 Office Building parcels to planning commission
• Postponed further consideration of Item 3a per codified ordinance 1118.06
• Approved placing ODOT rock salt purchasing agreement on the agenda

Planning Commission

The February 1, 2023 meeting of the North Canton Planning Commission has been cancelled because there were no items to consider. The notice was issued by Chief Building Official Martin B. Van Gundy IV.

Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals

The North Canton Zoning & Building Standards Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider administrative items, approve prior meeting minutes, and hear two property-related cases: a variance request and an administrative warning appeal. The board will also elect officers and adopt the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Variance request ZBOA-23-2 by Dennis Michel for 300 9th St., seeking relief from plan review letter 22NCZ-0199
• Appeal ZBOA-23-1 by Tonya Rogers, Esq., regarding an administrative warning for 1130 S Main St.
• Approval of October 25, 2022 and November 2, 2022 meeting minutes
• Election of officers and adoption of 2023 meeting calendar

The Board denied a variance request for directional signage at 300 Ninth Street. Additionally, an administrative warning appeal for 1130 South Main Street was voluntarily dismissed by the applicant to be heard by the property maintenance review board.

• Elected R. Clint Zollinger, Jr. as chair and Ms. Boyajian as assistant chair (3-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (3-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Dismissed appeal ZBOA-23-1 for 1130 South Main Street via voluntary dismissal
• Denied variance ZBOA-23-2 for signage at 300 Ninth Street (3-0)

City Council

The council will hold third readings on several ordinances, including one to allow permeable pavers as a permitted driveway surface in residential districts. New business includes a proposed street repair tax levy, a flood defense tax levy, and adoption of the 2023 Master Plan. The council will also consider recodifying building permit fees and appointing a representative to the Stark County Board of Health.

• Ordinance 67-2022: third reading to allow permeable pavers for driveways in residential districts
• Resolution 13-2023: first reading for a street repair tax levy to be placed on the ballot
• Resolution 14-2023: first reading for a flood defense tax levy to be placed on the ballot
• Resolution 12-2023: first reading to adopt the 2023 Master Plan
• Ordinance 11-2023: first reading to recodify building permit and plan review fees

City Council approved the minutes from the January 9th Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings. The remainder of the session consisted of public comments and a motion to discuss resident concerns regarding the 2023 Master Plan and proposed zoning changes.

• Approved minutes from January 9th Committee of the Whole and City Council (6-0)
• Excused Member Weyrick (6-0)
• Approved motion to amend rules to permit Council discussion of public comments (6-0)

City Council

The Committee of the Whole moved several items to the Planning Commission and the regular Council agenda. These include a proposal to shorten the nonconforming use period for unoccupied properties and the planned disposal of the Dressler well field.

• Moved proposal to reduce unoccupied nonconforming use period from two years to 12 months to the Planning Commission (6-0)
• Postponed further consideration of Item 3A until commissions set by Codified Ordinance 1181.06 (6-0)
• Moved proposal to dispose of the Dressler well field to the agenda (6-0)
• Moved ordinance to replace water pipes during roundabout construction at Pittsburg and Mount Pleasant to the Council agenda (6-0)

Board of Control

The North Canton Board of Control is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from the December 20, 2022 meeting and discuss new business, specifically the 2023 capital expenditures. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from December 20, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of 2023 capital expenditures

The Board of Control approved the 2023 capital expenditure list as outlined in Ordinance No. 09-2023. This action authorizes city personnel to begin obtaining pricing, quotes, and bids for projects. The board also approved the minutes from the December 20, 2022, meeting.

• Approved 2023 capital expenditure list (4-0)
• Approved December 20, 2022, meeting minutes

Community Improvement Corporation (CIC)

The Community Improvement Corporation of North Canton is holding its regular meeting to approve prior minutes, elect trustees and officers, review 2022 financial activity, and consider a conflict of interest policy. The board will also discuss a resolution regarding 610 North Main Street and may enter executive session for property acquisition or disposition. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business, with no specific dollar amounts or detailed proposals listed.

• Annual election of Board of Trustees
• Annual election of Officers
• 2022 Financial Activity review
• Conflict of Interest Policy
• Resolution - 610 North Main Street

The Community Improvement Corporation approved its 2022 financial activity report and re-elected its Board of Trustees and officers. The board also signed a resolution for the acquisition of 610 North Main Street.

• Approved minutes from November 14, 2022 meeting
• Re-elected Board of Trustees consisting of the Mayor, President of Council, Director of Administration, Finance Director, and Economic Development Chair of City Council
• Re-appointed officers: Steve Wilder (President), Matt Stroia (Vice-President), Patrick DeOrio (Secretary), and Jina Alaback (Treasurer)
• Approved 2022 financial activity report
• Signed resolution for the acquisition of 610 North Main Street (formerly Bendetta Insurance Agency building)

Property Maintenance Review Board

The Property Maintenance Review Board is holding an organizational meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair from among its members. No other business is on the agenda, making this a procedural meeting focused solely on officer elections.

• Elect Chair (requires three votes)
• Elect Vice Chair (requires three votes)

The Board held its first meeting to swear in members and elect leadership. Greg Sarbach was elected Chair and Kim Vandegrift was elected Vice Chair.

• Elected Greg Sarbach as Chair (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Elected Kim Vandegrift as Vice Chair (4-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

City Council will consider final appropriations and transfers to close fiscal year 2022, including a $5.36 million transfer from the income tax fund to the general fund. Council also holds second readings on ordinances to allow permeable pavers in residential driveways, replace the city's sign code, and regulate mobile food units.

• Ordinance 87-2022: Final FY2022 appropriations with $5.36M income tax fund transfer to general fund
• Ordinance 67-2022 (2nd reading): Allow permeable pavers as permitted driveway surface in residential districts
• Ordinance 68-2022 (2nd reading): Repeal and replace Chapter 1151, Signs, of the Codified Ordinances
• Ordinance 88-2022 (3rd reading): Establish Chapter 707 regulating mobile food units in North Canton
• Ordinance 03-2023 (2nd reading): Release McKinley-Applegrove from performance bond for Sanctuary Phase 5

City Council established regulations for mobile food units in Dogwood and Price Parks. The council also advanced several zoning and sign ordinances and approved funding for 2023 expenses.

• Approved Ordinance 88-2022 establishing mobile food unit regulations (unanimous)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 67-2022 to allow permeable pavers for residential driveways (unanimous)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 68-2022 to repeal and replace the sign code (unanimous)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 69-2022 to repeal Main Street signage section 1136.17 (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 03-2023 to release McKinley-Applegrove Limited from performance bond (unanimous)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 04-2023 to accept maintenance bond from McKinley-Applegrove Limited (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 9-2023 authorizing bids and contracts over $50,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 10-2023 appropriating funds for fiscal year ending December 31, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council

North Canton City Council will consider several items including moving building permit fees from the zoning code to the building code, endorsing the 2023 Master Plan, authorizing bids for projects over $50,000, and submitting two tax levy questions to voters for street repairs and flood defense. The meeting also includes discussion on regulating businesses using city parks and appointing a representative to the Stark County Board of Health.

• Ordinance to recodify building permit fees from Chapter 1172 (Zoning Code) to Chapter 1301 (Building Code) with fee schedule details
• Resolution endorsing the final draft of the 2023 Master Plan
• Ordinance authorizing bids and contracts for projects over $50,000 budgeted in 2023
• Resolution to submit an additional tax levy for street, road, and bridge repairs (ORC 5705.19(G))
• Resolution to submit an additional tax levy for flood defense and storm water improvements (ORC 5705.19(O))

The Committee of the Whole authorized moving several items to the council agenda, including the final draft of the 2023 Master Plan and a proposal to increase the streets property tax levy from 1 mill to 2 mills. The committee also moved forward with a list of capital purchases over $50,000 and an appropriation amendment for current expenses.

• Authorized moving the 2023 Master Plan final draft to the council agenda (unanimous)
• Authorized moving a proposal to increase the streets property tax levy from 1 mill to 2 mills to the agenda (unanimous)
• Authorized moving a list of capital purchases over $50,000 to the agenda (unanimous)
• Authorized moving an appropriation amendment for current expenses to the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved motion to move a technical change regarding the plan review fee schedule to the agenda (unanimous)
• Excused the absence of Member Werren (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The January 4, 2023 meeting of the North Canton Planning Commission has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items.