Stow public meetings in 2022

Commission on Inclusion

The Commission on Inclusion has no meeting scheduled for December 2022. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at 5:15 pm at Stow City Hall.

• No meeting scheduled for December 2022
• Next meeting: January 24, 2023, 5:15 pm, Stow City Hall

Board of Control

The Board of Control unanimously approved multiple expenditures for 2023 city services, including electricity, gas, and telecommunications. The board also approved various purchase orders for engineering, fire department equipment, and payroll services.

• Approved $492,900 for Ohio Edison Company electric services (Unanimous)
• Approved $71,000 for East Ohio Gas services (Unanimous)
• Approved $125,370 for AT&T telephone, fiber, and internet services (Unanimous)
• Approved $75,300 for Cellco Partnership cellular/data service (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 to retain Kastner, Westman & Wilkins LLC as legal counsel (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 for Pitney Bowes postage (Unanimous)
• Approved $19,000 for Amerigas propane gas (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,792.03 in Board of Control Overruns from 12/2/2022-12/15/2022 (Unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Stow Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a work session to prioritize the 2023 capital projects list and initiate a ten-year capital plan for the Master Plan. The board will also swear in a reappointed member, approve minutes, and discuss upcoming elections and 2023 meeting dates.

• Prioritize 2023 Capital Projects List for Parks & Recreation
• Initiate Ten-Year Capital Plan for Master Plan/Parks and Recreation
• Swearing in of reappointed board member Jeffrey Datkuliak
• Upcoming elections for Vice-chair and Planning Commission
• 2023 meeting dates and times

The board reviewed a list of proposed capital projects, including wayfinding, a splash pad, and nature play areas. Members agreed to create individual priority lists based on a 'minimum effort, maximum impact' framework to guide future decisions.

• Approved minutes from November 14, 2022 meeting
• Swore in Jeff Datkuliak for a five-year term (January 3, 2023-January 3, 2028)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved several purchase orders for city departments, including park improvements, police K-9 training, and office supplies. The board also approved the minutes from the December 7, 2022, meeting.

• Approved $5,170.00 for K C Building Company, Ltd. for restroom walls and ceiling at Adell Durbin Park (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,175.48 for Kubicki Enterprises Inc for sidewalk salt (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,640.00 for Automated Business Equip Corp for laser support and folder/sealer (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,833.12 for Ohio Municipal League membership dues (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,500.00 for Lowe's Home Centers Inc for lumber at Adell Durbin restrooms (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,400.00 for Joe Richuisa for gutters and downspouts at Adell Durbin (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,800.00 for Von Der Haus Gill for German Shepherd K-9 training (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,906.00 for Paper Group Inc for copy paper (Unanimous)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Stow Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, discussing unfinished items like the 2022 ODNR Tree Canopy Grant, Bakers Glen Tree Planting, and Tree Fest 2023, and electing officers for 2023. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• 2022 ODNR Tree Canopy Grant discussion
• Bakers Glen Tree Planting update
• Tree Fest 2023 planning
• Election of officers for 2023
• News articles on holiday tree recycling, oak wilt, fruit trees, mulching, and Arbor Day

The Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and re-elected its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Members decided to request a presentation slot on the January 26 Public Improvements Commission agenda to discuss tree planting status. Staff provided updates on a 2022 grant and the Bakers Glen tree planting project.

• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Re-elected Bob Brantsch as Chairperson for 2023
• Re-elected Mike Rauh as Vice Chairperson for 2023
• Decided to request inclusion on the January 26 Public Improvements Commission agenda

Building & Zoning Board of Appeals

The Stow Building & Zoning Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on a request by Michaela Young for variances to allow a 6-foot privacy fence in the front yard of a corner lot at 3361 Darrow Rd. The board will also approve 2023 meeting dates. The agenda includes one business item and routine administrative actions.

• Variance request for 6-foot privacy fence at 3361 Darrow Rd (Parcel #56-01987), 0.41 acres, R-3 zoning
• Requested variances from fence height (2 ft) and type requirements per C.O.S. Section 1143.07(e)
• Approval of 2023 meeting dates (second Monday of each month at 6:00 pm)

The Board approved a request to allow a 6-foot privacy fence in the front yard of a corner lot, exceeding the standard 4-foot height limit. The Board also set its 2023 meeting dates and location.

• Approved Case #22-023 for 6-foot privacy fence at 3361 Darrow Rd (5-0)
• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2023 appeal dates (5-0)
• Approved Boards and Commissions Room as 2023 meeting location (5-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved several landscaping guarantee releases and an expenditure for fire department turnout gear. The board also approved various purchase orders for city services, including payroll, postage, and road striping.

• Approved $29,250.00 for Fire Department turnout gear from Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved release of $27,035.00 landscaping completion bond for Meijer Store at 4303 Kent Road (Unanimous)
• Approved release of $19,800.00 landscaping performance guarantee for Meijer’s Gas/Convenience Store at 4211 Kent Road (Unanimous)
• Approved release of $6,410.00 landscaping guarantee for Summit Pentacostal Church at 1221 Graham Road (Unanimous)
• Approved release of $2,400.00 landscaping maintenance guarantee for Dan McShane Construction LLC at 4983 Darrow Road (Unanimous)
• Approved release of $2,000.00 landscaping guarantee for Texas Roadhouse Restaurant at 4310 Lakepoint Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved release of $900.00 landscaping maintenance guarantee for Green Oasis Lawncare at 822 Seasons Road (Unanimous)
• Approved $431.04 in Overrun Adjustments from 11/11/2022 to 12/01/2022 (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Stow Planning Commission will discuss a conceptual plan for a single-family subdivision at N. River Rd., a conditional use for an adult day care at 3099 Graham Rd., and a site plan for a storage building at 822 Seasons Rd. A zoning code amendment to establish a Reasonable Accommodation Review Board is also on the agenda.

• PC 2022-021: Study item for a detached single-family subdivision (Pulte Homes) on N. River Rd.
• PC 2022-022: Conditional Use request for an adult day care facility at 3099 Graham Rd.
• PC 2022-023: Site plan for a storage building at 822 Seasons Rd. (WITHDRAWN)
• PC 2022-024: Zoning code amendment to create a Reasonable Accommodation Review Board
• PC 2022-025: Ordinance amendment for the Administrative Hearing Board

The Commission approved a conditional use request for an adult day care facility and two zoning code amendments to streamline medical accommodations and nuisance abatement. A conceptual plan for a 62-home subdivision by Pulte Homes was discussed as a study item amid significant resident opposition.

• Approved conditional use for adult day care facility at 3099 Graham Rd (3-0)
• Approved zoning amendment to establish a Reasonable Accommodation Review Board (3-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment to create an Administrative Hearing Board for zoning violations (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Planning Commission meeting dates (3-0)
• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Withdrawn: Site plan and variance for storage building at 822 Seasons Road

Arts Commission

The Stow Arts Commission will not hold a meeting in December 2022. The next scheduled meeting is January 10, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the Boards & Commissions Room at Stow City Hall.

• December 2022 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: January 10, 2023, 6:30 p.m., Stow City Hall, Boards & Commissions Room

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved expenditures for 2023 sewer services and 2022 Fire Department vehicle repairs. The board also authorized several smaller purchase orders for equipment, software, and maintenance across city departments.

• Approved expenditure up to $20,000 for Fire Department vehicle repairs with Klaben Ford Lincoln, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved expenditure up to $22,700 for 2023 sewer services with Summit County DOSSS (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 for bulk storage oil pump from Beaver Petroleum Company Inc (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,849 for a Samsung refrigerator from Lowe's Home Centers Inc (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,800 for council chamber desk fronts, drawers, and podium from Alejandro Herrera (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,518.25 for document imaging software from GBS Corp (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,375 for photography services from Jessica Fishel (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,188 for DroneSense Inc drone license (Unanimous)

Arts Commission

The Stow Arts Commission sub-committee for Stow Women in Arts is meeting to plan the third annual event scheduled for March 2023. They will discuss the call to artists, entry deadlines, venues, and required waivers. The meeting is primarily organizational and procedural.

• Third annual Stow Women in Arts event planned for March 2023
• Call to Artists document review
• Hard deadline for artist entries to be determined
• Artist contact spreadsheet due to Deb by 3/1/2023
• Waivers required before art installation

The Stow Women in Arts sub-committee established a January 27, 2023, deadline for artist entries and a December 15, 2022, goal for publishing the call for artists. The group coordinated the process for securing business venues and managing artist waivers.

• Set hard deadline for artist entries as Jan 27, 2023
• Set artist notification date for acceptance or denial as Feb 17, 2023
• Determined artists age 14 and up may participate
• Required artists age 14-18 to have a parent or legal guardian sign the waiver and be present for installation and removal
• Decided sub-committee will communicate contacted businesses via email and maintain a spreadsheet
• Prohibited artists and businesses from using the City of Stow or Arts Commission logo on promotional materials

Board of Control

The Board of Control unanimously approved several service contracts, including mowing, sanitation, and insurance renewals. The board also approved three residents for the Residential Water System Improvement and Storm Water Management Utility Fee Assistance Program for 2023.

• Approved life insurance renewal with The Hartford Insurance Company up to $30,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved expenditure up to $23,000 with Mars Electric for supplies (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,930.50 for Wichert Insurance Service commercial and drone liability policies (Unanimous)
• Approved utility fee assistance for residents Thomas Boers, Kenneth Johnson, and Barbara Stadelman (Unanimous)
• Approved $126,322.00 for H & M Landscaping city-wide mowing services (Unanimous)
• Approved $40,462.00 for Vizmeg Landscape cemetery mowing services (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,333.22 for Ohio Disposal LLC sanitation services (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,000.00 for Motorola Solutions body cam replacement project (Unanimous)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved several routine items, including overrun payments, authorization to seek bids for employment agency services and material purchases, a water system license fee, a maintenance bond, release of landscaping guarantees, and a network device lease. All motions passed without discussion.

• Approved overrun report totaling $680.15
• Authorized bidding for Employment Agency Services (2-year contract)
• Authorized bidding for Purchase of Materials with and without prevailing wages
• Approved $15,080.00 Ohio EPA water system license for 2023
• Accepted maintenance bond from Ray Fogg Building Methods, Inc. for $233,010.00 and $22,496.00

The Board of Control unanimously approved several requests for legislation to bid and contract for employment agency services and materials. The board also approved various expenditures for water system licensing, network equipment, and maintenance bonds.

• Approved $15,080 expenditure for 2023 Ohio EPA water system license (Unanimous)
• Approved expenditure up to $31,524 with Wan Dynamics for network device lease and installation (Unanimous)
• Approved $680.15 in purchase order overruns (Unanimous)
• Approved request to bid and contract for Employment Agency Services for two years (Unanimous)
• Approved request to bid and contract for 2023 Purchase of Materials with and without prevailing wages (Unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of maintenance bonds from Ray Fogg Building Methods, Inc. for $233,010.00 and $22,496.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved release of $3,600 in landscaping maintenance guarantees to Design Construction (Unanimous)
• Approved various purchase orders including $10,000 for driving range construction and $6,183.50 for legal counsel (Unanimous)

Commission on Inclusion

The Stow Commission on Inclusion is meeting to swear in new members Michael Lamboy and Pamela Hunt, review and approve minutes from the October 26, 2022 meeting, and receive updates from the Parks and Recreation Director on social media and from the Library Director. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Swearing in of new members Michael Lamboy and Pamela Hunt by Mayor Pribonic
• Review and approval of minutes from October 26, 2022 meeting
• Social media assistance from Linda Nahrstedt, Director of Parks and Recreation
• Library update from Gale Koritansky, Director of Stow Munroe Falls Public Library

The Commission on Inclusion swore in two new members and established a process for sharing social media information via a city email address. The body voted to move its 2023 meeting schedule from Wednesdays to Tuesdays.

• Swore in new members Michael Lamboy and Pamela Hunt
• Approved changing 2023 meeting dates to Tuesday evenings at 5:15 pm (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for January 24 at 5:15 pm

Parks & Recreation Board

The Stow Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is holding a work session to discuss and prioritize capital projects for 2023, covering programs, parks, and trails. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from the library and planning commission.

• Prioritize 2023 Capital Projects for Programs, Parks and Trails
• Approval of minutes from October 24, 2022
• Public comment period
• Library report
• Planning commission report

The Board approved a proposed 2023 capital projects list totaling $2,441,500. Projects will be submitted to City Council for approval on a piece-by-piece basis rather than as a single budget. The list includes a variety of park improvements, equipment replacements, and new amenities.

• Approved 2023 proposed capital projects list (3-2)
• Approved minutes from October 24, 2022 meeting (All in favor)

Building & Zoning Board of Appeals

The Building & Zoning Appeals Board will consider a single variance request by Jennifer McNaughton to allow a 6-foot privacy fence in the front yard of a corner lot at 5535 Norton Ct. The fence was already installed about 10 feet from the right-of-way, exceeding the 4-foot height limit. The board will vote on the variance; at least 3 yes votes are needed for approval.

• Variance request for 6-foot privacy fence in front yard at 5535 Norton Ct. (Parcel #56-09736)
• Property zoned R-3 Residential, approximately 0.38 acres
• Requested variance from fence height and type requirements (C.O.S. Section 1143.07(e))
• Fence installed approximately 10 feet from Norton Road right-of-way

The Board approved a 2-foot height variance for a privacy fence at 5535 Norton Ct on the condition that the fence is moved 20 feet back from the right-of-way. The applicant may either relocate the fence or modify it to a 4-foot non-vision impairing fence to comply with zoning code.

• Approved minutes of October 10, 2022 meeting
• Approved 2-foot height variance for fence at 5535 Norton Ct conditional on moving fence 20 feet behind right-of-way (5-0)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Stow Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including the Arborist Report for the 2021 Restoration Grant, the 2022 ODNR Tree Canopy Grant, and the Bakers Glen Tree Planting. New business includes planning for Tree Fest 2023. The meeting will also cover routine items like approving minutes and assigning news article duties.

• Arborist Report of 2021 Restoration Grant
• 2022 ODNR Tree Canopy Grant
• Bakers Glen Tree Planting
• Tree Fest 2023 planning
• Holiday Tree Recycling (December & January)

The Commission approved the October 10, 2022 meeting minutes and scheduled Tree Fest 2023 for April 28. Staff provided updates on grant-funded tree plantings and a legal resolution regarding tree planting defaults in Bakers Glen.

• Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Selected April 28, 2023 for Tree Fest

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved several expenditures, including $77,910 for two 2023 Dodge Chargers to replace aging police cruisers, and accepted a resident into a water system improvement fee assistance program. The board also approved a $472.55 overrun report and various purchase orders for departments. All items passed unanimously.

• $77,910 for two 2023 Dodge Chargers (Montrose Ford, state bid)
• $27,368 for outside legal counsel for labor contracts (Kastner Westman & Wilkins)
• $68,000 for postage and $24,000 for utility billing services (Sebis Direct, 2023)
• Accepted Angela Granata of 1477 Gottschall Road into water fee assistance program
• $472.55 overrun report for 10/14-10/27/2022

The Board of Control approved several departmental expenditures, including the purchase of two 2023 Dodge Chargers and utility billing services. The board also approved a resident's participation in a water system and storm water fee assistance program. All motions passed unanimously except for the approval of previous minutes, which had one abstention.

• Approved $77,910 expenditure for two 2023 Dodge Chargers from Montrose Ford (unanimous)
• Approved $68,000 for water billing postage via Sebis Direct Inc (unanimous)
• Approved $24,000 for utility billing service via Sebis Direct Inc (unanimous)
• Approved $27,368 for outside legal counsel Kastner Westman & Wilkins LLC (unanimous)
• Approved participation of Angela Granata in Residential Water System Improvement and Storm Water Management Utility Fee Assistance Program (unanimous)
• Approved $472.55 in overrun reports from 10/14/2022-10/27/2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 11/2/2022 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved $14,500 for pump materials/services from APO Holdings Inc (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will decide on a conditional use permit and a 5-foot height variance for a proposed 3,072 sq. ft. pole barn at 1376 Housley Road. The applicant needs the variance to accommodate a 14-foot garage door for a future RV. The meeting also includes approval of the October 25, 2022 minutes.

• Conditional use request for accessory building on 4.73-acre lot in R-2 zoning per Section 1143.02(b)
• Variance request to exceed maximum accessory building height of 15 feet by 5 feet per Section 1143.07(c)
• Proposed pole barn: 48' x 64', located 150 feet from right-of-way, 68 feet from east property line, 200 feet from west property line
• Existing accessory structures must be removed before construction
• Applicant cites need for 14-foot garage door to accommodate future RV or motorhome

The Planning Commission approved a request for a 3,072 square foot pole barn at 1376 Housley Road. The approval includes a conditional use for the building's size and a variance for its height.

• Approved conditional use for accessory building on large lot at 1376 Housley Road (3-0)
• Approved height variance for accessory building at 1376 Housley Road (3-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved several expenditures for postage and utility billing services. The board also approved a moral claim for a lost cell phone and accepted one resident into a water system assistance program.

• Approved increasing postage funds for Clerk of Courts from $25,000 to $35,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved expenditure up to $68,000 to Sebis Direct, Inc. for 2023 Utility Billing postage (Unanimous)
• Approved expenditure up to $24,000 to Sebis Direct, Inc. for Water Billing Department services (Unanimous)
• Approved $999.99 moral claim to Joy Birkheimer for a lost cell phone (Unanimous)
• Approved Christine Deltour for the Residential Water System Improvement and Storm Water Management Utility Fee Assistance Program (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 10/26/2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved $191,692 for general liability insurance renewal with Wichert Insurance Service Inc (Unanimous)
• Approved $51,454 for public official/employee insurance with Insurance Specialists Group Inc (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The regular Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for November 1, 2022 has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Arts Commission

The Stow Arts Commission will review minutes, hear public comments, and discuss old and new business. Key items include setting criteria and an application for the Arts Commission Grant fund, planning the Holiday Heritage Drive-thru event, and deciding whether to participate in the 2023 Fourth of July Parade and Stow Women In Arts events. The commission will also consider updates on the Fall 2023 Window Painting and Free Little Art Galleries projects.

• Holiday Heritage Drive-thru event on Sunday, 12/11/2022, 6:00-7:00 pm
• Set criteria and application for Arts Commission Grant fund
• Decide on participation in Fourth of July Parade 2023
• Discuss Fall 2023 Window Painting updates
• Decide on hosting Stow Women In Arts and SC Courthouse Women In Arts in March 2023

The commission reached a general consensus to skip the 2023 Fourth of July Parade due to lack of interest. Members discussed plans for the Heritage Holiday Drive-thru event and a proposal for community art gallery boxes in city parks.

• Declined participation in 2023 Fourth of July Parade
• Held 10/4/2022 minutes due to lack of quorum
• Appointed Leila as chair for Stow Women in Arts sub-committee
• Appointed Leila and Kari as co-chairs for Summit County Courthouse Women in Arts show

Commission on Inclusion

The Stow Commission on Inclusion is meeting to approve minutes, welcome two new members, and discuss the city's social media presence, accessibility, and community engagement. The agenda includes planning for presentations, field trips, and events, as well as an open forum for community input.

• Swearing in of new members Michael Lamboy and Pamela Hunt
• Discussion of City of Stow social media presence and content control
• Approval for COI window stickers
• Discussion on how accessible Stow is and gathering that information
• Open forum for community needs and concerns

The Commission interviewed applicants and selected Michael Lamboy and Pamela Hunt to join the board. Because the meeting lacked a quorum, no formal motions were voted upon.

• Selected Michael Lamboy and Pamela Hunt to join the Commission

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved several expenditures for city services, including snow plow assistance and fall leaf removal. The board also approved minutes from two previous October meetings.

• Approved expenditure up to $17,580.00 with Bishop Bros Supply & Transit for 2022-2023 Snow Plow Assistance Program (Unanimous)
• Approved expenditure up to $29,500.00 with Brimfield Aggregate Supply LLC for 2022 Fall Leaf Program removal (Unanimous)
• Approved expenditure up to $15,742.17 with Hi-Vac Corporation for Vactor (V#587) repair (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 10/12/2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 10/19/2022 meeting (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Stow Planning Commission will consider four items: a site plan for a storage building, a conditional use and variance for an accessory building, and two minor subdivision requests. Public comments can be submitted by email before noon on the meeting day.

• 2022-017: Green Oasis site plan for a 3,600 sq. ft. storage building at 822 Seasons Road (I-2 Industrial zone)
• 2022-018: Conditional use and height variance for an accessory building at 1376 Housley Road (R-2 Residential zone)
• 2022-019: Minor subdivision of 13.4 acres at 4346 Kent Road into two parcels (C-4 General Business zone)
• 2022-020: Minor subdivision of 18.6 and 7.8 acres at 4285 Kent Road into three parcels, plus multiple variances (C-4 and R-3 zones)

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a storage building site plan and two minor subdivisions on Kent Road. A request for an accessory building on Housley Road was tabled to allow the applicant to review height requirements.

• Approved site plan for 3,600 sq. ft. storage building at 822 Seasons Road (4-0)
• Tabled conditional use and height variance for accessory building at 1376 Housley Road (4-0)
• Approved minor subdivision of 4346 Kent Road into two lots (4-0)
• Approved minor subdivision and multiple variances for 4285 Kent Road (4-0)
• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Stow Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and receive updates on capital projects for 2023, the Parks Master Plan, a feasibility study for a community/recreation center, and the Fox Den Golf Course. The board will also swear in a new member and hear public comment.

• Swearing in of new member Jeffery Datkuliak
• Discussion of 2023 Capital Projects
• Parks Master Plan – Ten-Year Capital Projects Plan
• Feasibility Study – Community/Recreation Center
• Fox Den Golf Course Update

The Board reviewed draft survey results and market analysis for a potential community recreation center. Staff provided updates on Fox Den Golf Course improvements and campground revenue. The Board also discussed new registration policies and a subscription fee for the senior newsletter.

• Approved minutes from July 14, 2022 meeting
• Swore in Jeff Datkuliak as an appointed member to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved a $174,075.00 requisition with Greenlawn Landscape Contracting for Fox Den Golf Course driving range expansion and improvements, but amended the amount to $60,000.00 for 2022 work; the remaining $114,075.00 will be encumbered in 2023. The board also approved a separate $34,004.23 expenditure with Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation for driving range irrigation equipment, and a $360,000.00 expenditure with Wichert Insurance Services and Love Insurance Agency for 2022-2023 general insurance renewals. A moral claim from Joy Birkheimer for $999.99 regarding a lost cell phone was held for further investigation by the Fire Chief.

• Approved $34,004.23 for Fox Den driving range irrigation equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $360,000.00 for 2022-2023 general insurance renewals (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000.00 (amended from $174,075.00) for Fox Den driving range expansion in 2022; $114,075.00 deferred to 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved legislation sending the full $174,075.00 Fox Den project to Council (unanimous)
• Held moral claim of $999.99 from Joy Birkheimer for lost cell phone pending investigation
• Approved overrun adjustment report totaling $115.20 (unanimous)
• Approved multiple purchase orders including $2,000 for blueprint scanning, $2,975 for legal services, $2,094 for dashboard license renewal, $6,000 for pre-employment physicals/drug tests, $14,907.36 for office furniture, $3,000 for equipment rental, $2,800 for pump inspections, $1,500 for zoning abatement work, $1,599.68 for Taser warranty, $1,500 for street cleaners/supplies, and $2,199 for tree removal (all unanimous)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved several expenditures, including increasing the US Foods contract to $50,000, authorizing $17,000 for alcohol at Fox Den, and $24,000 for a lake drain valve. All votes were unanimous. The board also discussed a moral claim related to a missing manhole cover caused by a survey contractor.

• Approved increase of US Foods expenditure from $40,000 to $50,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $17,000 expenditure with Tramonte Distributing for resale alcohol at Fox Den (unanimous)
• Approved $24,000 expenditure with Core & Main for new lake drain valve at Meadowbrook Lake (unanimous)
• Approved Michael Testa for Water System Improvement and Storm Water Fee Assistance Program (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 9/21, 9/28, and 10/5/2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Discussed moral claim for missing manhole cover; recommended forwarding to survey company NEIS

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for October 11, 2022, has been postponed. The next meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2022.

Building & Zoning Board of Appeals

The Stow Building & Zoning Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on a variance request by Josh Speas to build a 280 sq. ft. shed in the front yard of a property at 4099 Beckley Road. The property has two front yards and no rear yard, so the shed would violate the accessory structure location rule. The board will vote on the variance; at least three 'yes' votes are required for approval.

• Variance request to allow a 280 sq. ft. shed (20 ft. x 14 ft.) in a front yard at 4099 Beckley Road (parcel 56-04822), zoned R-3 Residential
• Property has two front yards (abutting Beckley Road and Baird Road) and no rear yard
• Variance from C.O.S. Section 1143.07(a) accessory structure location requirements
• If approved, variance is valid for 1 year and is non-transferable; zoning certificate and building permit required

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance allowing a 280 sq. ft. shed in a front yard at 4099 Beckley Road. The property has two front yards and no rear yard due to abutting two streets. Councilman Lowdermilk noted the city is working to fix the zoning code that creates this situation.

• Approved variance for accessory structure in front yard at 4099 Beckley Road (4-0)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Stow Urban Forestry Commission will hold a brief business meeting followed by a field trip to Bakers Glen Development. They will discuss the Arborist Report for the 2021 Restoration Grant and the 2022 ODNR Tree Canopy Grant, and seek volunteers for November tree pruning.

• Arborist Report of 2021 Restoration Grant
• 2022 ODNR Tree Canopy Grant
• November tree pruning volunteer call
• Field trip to Bakers Glen Development

The Urban Forestry Commission approved the minutes from the September 12, 2022 meeting. Arborist Sue Mottl reported that a 2022 tree canopy grant application was submitted to the state, with an award announcement expected by October 28. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 12, 2022 meeting (motion by Laura Root, passed)

Board of Control

The Board of Control unanimously approved a $420,673 contract with Matt Winters Excavating, LLC for District 1 Trunk Storm Sewer Replacement Phase 1. Also approved was Jon Denholm's participation in the 2023 Residential Water System Improvement and Storm Water Management Utility Fee Assistance Program. An expenditure of up to $9,904.35 with Ohio Edison for a service line extension at the Darrow Road water tower was authorized. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $420,673 storm sewer replacement contract with Matt Winters Excavating, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Jon Denholm's participation in 2023 water/storm water fee assistance program (unanimous)
• Approved $9,904.35 expenditure with Ohio Edison for water tower mixer service line (unanimous)
• Approved various purchase orders including building heat repair, software maintenance, interpreter services, vehicle graphics, computers, holiday lighting, drinking fountains, DARE shirts, tree water bags, and trees (all unanimous)

Arts Commission

The Stow Arts Commission will discuss and plan several upcoming events and initiatives, including the Holiday Heritage Drive-thru event, the Arts Commission Grant fund criteria, and participation in the Fourth of July Parade 2023. They will also consider new projects like free little art galleries. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comments.

• Holiday Heritage Drive-thru event scheduled for 12/11/2022, 6:00-7:30 pm
• Arts Commission Grant fund: set criteria and application, then submit to Law for review
• Fourth of July Parade 2023: decide participation and theme
• Free little art galleries: decide design, mayor suggests traffic signal box look
• Fall 2023 Window Painting: potential partnership with Council PTA

The Stow Arts Commission met on October 4, 2022, and approved the revised minutes from a prior meeting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on discussions about the Heritage Holiday Drive-Thru event, grant opportunities, and potential future projects. The commission tabled action on the SKiP playground musical pathway project and did not vote on any proposals.

• Approved revised minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Heritage Holiday Drive-Thru event details, no formal action
• Reviewed grant opportunities, no decisions made
• Brainstormed project ideas, no votes taken
• No action on SKiP playground musical pathway project

Board of Control

The Board of Control unanimously approved several expenditures, including $10,200 for court tech support, $10,817.84 for fire portable radios, and $6,563.07 for a generator rental. All motions passed without discussion.

• Approved $10,200 for court tech support (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 for geotechnical services (unanimous)
• Approved $7,210 for fire rescue system (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 for fire fluid film undercoating (unanimous)
• Approved $10,817.84 for fire portable radios (unanimous)
• Approved $2,370 for outside legal counsel (unanimous)
• Approved $6,563.07 for generator rental (unanimous)
• Approved $1,072.50 for day camp bus transport (unanimous)

Commission on Inclusion

The Stow Commission on Inclusion is meeting to review and approve minutes from the August 24, 2022 meeting, receive overviews on the Summer Sunset Blast and the Mental Health Expo at the High School, get an update from the Stow Munroe Falls Public Library, and discuss candidates who applied for two open positions on the Commission. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review and approve minutes from August 24, 2022 meeting
• Overview on Summer Sunset Blast
• Overview on Mental Health Expo at High School
• Update from Stow Munroe Falls Public Library
• Discuss candidates for two Commission positions

The meeting was largely procedural and informational. Members reviewed and approved minutes from August 24, received overviews of the Summer Sunset Blast and Mental Health Expo, heard an update from the Stow Munroe Falls Public Library, and discussed candidates for two commission positions. No binding votes or substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes from August 24, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request from City Council regarding language for accessory buildings. The discussion focuses on clarifying requirements for buildings located on through-lots.

• Review of P.C. 2022-016 regarding accessory building requirements on through-lots

The Planning Commission approved a zoning code amendment (P.C. 2022-016) to clarify requirements for accessory buildings on through-lots, which are no longer legal but still exist in about 30 properties. The amendment allows the Planning Director to determine the front yard for such lots, so owners can place accessory buildings without going to the Board of Zoning Appeals. The vote was 3-1, with Mr. Ross dissenting.

• Approved P.C. 2022-016: zoning code amendment for through-lot accessory building rules (3-1)
• Approved minutes of 09/13/2022 meeting (4-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved Kay Reece of 3658 Hiwood Avenue for participation in the City of Stow Residential Water System Improvement and Storm Water Management Utility Fee Assistance Program for 2023. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 14, 2022 meeting. A moral claim of $996.01 from Kyle Reynolds for damage to his vehicle from a missing manhole cover was denied (0-5). Multiple purchase orders for various city departments were approved unanimously.

• Approved Kay Reece for 2023 water system fee assistance program (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 9/14/2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Denied $996.01 moral claim for vehicle damage from missing manhole cover (0-5)
• Approved $2,240 for desk refinishing (unanimous)
• Approved $9,228 for HVAC maintenance at courthouse (unanimous)
• Approved $1,833.45 for restroom exhaust fan replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 for snowplow service at courthouse (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 for water repair parts and equipment (unanimous)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved over a dozen expenditures, including up to $300,000 for new financial software from BS&A Software, $54,475 for an elevator modernization, and $18,000 for custodial supplies. The board also authorized a grant application for an urban canopy restoration program requiring a $25,000 city match and approved a resident's participation in a water system improvement fee assistance program. All motions passed without discussion.

• Approved $287.33 in overrun adjustments from late August to early September 2022.
• Approved up to $17,977.82 with D L T Solutions LLC for a three-year AutoCAD Civil 3D software subscription renewal.
• Approved up to $18,000 with M Conley Company for custodial supplies.
• Approved amended legislation increasing expenditure with Acushnet Company from $40,000 to $55,000 for 2022 resale merchandise.
• Approved up to $24,000 with Coca Cola Bottling Company for resale concession products at Fox Den Golf Course for 2022.
• Approved up to $300,000 with Bellefeuil Szur & Associates Software for purchase, installation, and training of financial software modules.
• Approved filing a grant application with ODNR for the Urban Canopy Restoration Grant Program, with a city match not to exceed $25,000.
• Approved up to $54,475 with TK Elevator Corporation for the elevator modernization project.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request for two zoning variances regarding an electronic message sign. The proposal concerns a property owned by the Stow City School District.

• Variance request for electronic message sign area to exceed 33% of total sign area at 2908 Graham Road
• Variance request to install an electronic message sign without a masonry base at 2908 Graham Road

The Stow Planning Commission denied a variance request from the Stow City School District for an electronic message sign at Woodland School, 2908 Graham Road. The request sought exceptions to the city's sign code limiting electronic display area to 33% of total sign area and requiring a masonry base. The motion failed 0-4, with all present members voting no. The application will still go to City Council for consideration, where it requires a five-out-of-seven majority to pass.

• Denied variance for electronic message sign area exceeding 33% code limit (0-4)
• Denied variance for installation without required masonry base (0-4)
• Approved minutes of August 23, 2022 Planning Commission meeting (4-0)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Stow Urban Forestry Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear the Arborist Report on the 2021 Restoration Grant, and discuss the 2022 Urban Tree Canopy Restoration Grant. The agenda also notes a September deadline for tree planting applications, including 60 anniversary trees. This is a routine business meeting with no major policy decisions.

• Swearing-in of new member Andrews Boateng
• Arborist Report of 2021 Restoration Grant
• Discussion of 2022 Urban Tree Canopy Restoration Grant
• September deadline for tree planting applications (60 anniversary trees)

The Urban Forestry Commission voted to request City Council pass a resolution authorizing the mayor to apply for a matching grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to purchase trees for the 2023 Ash Tree Replacement Project. The Arborist Report for the 2021 Grant was tabled until October. The commission also discussed cardboard recycling bin issues at Silver Springs Park and a plan to meet with the Baker’s Glen Homeowner’s Association about using held tree funds to complete tree planting.

• Approved motion to request City Council pass a resolution authorizing the mayor to apply for a matching grant from ODNR for the 2023 Ash Tree Replacement Project.
• Tabled the Arborist Report for the 2021 Grant until the October meeting.
• Approved the July 11, 2022 minutes.

Building & Zoning Board of Appeals

The Stow Building & Zoning Appeals Board will hold a public meeting to consider five variance requests from property owners seeking exceptions to zoning rules. These include a large home exceeding height limits, a deck, a porch/patio, a shed, and a pergola. The board will vote on each request; at least three yes votes are needed for approval.

• Case #22-020: 7-ft height variance for a 17,000 sq ft home at 42 ft (max 35 ft) on 18.8 acres, R-2
• Case #22-016: 6-ft rear setback variance for a 12x12 ft porch and 21x32 ft patio at 5290 Norton Road
• Case #22-017: 15-ft rear setback variance for a 360 sq ft deck at 2725 Prescott Downs
• Case #22-018: 370 sq ft variance for accessory building floor area (shed + garage = 870 sq ft) at 4083 Burton Drive
• Case #22-019: 11-ft variance from 12-ft principal building setback for a pergola

The Stow Building & Zoning Board of Appeals approved all five variance requests on the agenda, including a 6-foot rear setback variance for a covered porch and patio at 2590 Norton Road, a 15-foot rear setback variance for a deck at 2725 Prescott Downs, a 370 sq. ft. accessory building area variance for a shed at 4083 Burton Drive, an 11-foot principal building setback variance for a pergola at an unspecified address, and a 7-foot height variance for a 42-foot-tall single-family home on an 18.8-acre lot. All votes were 4-0 except for the deck variance, which passed 3-1.

• Approved 6-foot rear setback variance for covered porch and patio at 2590 Norton Road (4-0)
• Approved 15-foot rear setback variance for deck at 2725 Prescott Downs (3-1)
• Approved 370 sq. ft. accessory building area variance for shed at 4083 Burton Drive (4-0)
• Approved 11-foot principal building setback variance for pergola (4-0)
• Approved 7-foot height variance for 42-foot-tall single-family home on 18.8-acre lot (4-0)

Records Commission

The Records Commission will consider updates to the city's records retention schedule, including adding electronic media types, changing a retention period to permanent, and adding destruction schedules for several commissions. The meeting is largely administrative and procedural.

• Add electronic media type to City Council records 2019-02-1101, 2019-04-1101, 2019-05-1101, 2019-09-1101 and renumber to 2022-xx-1101
• Change retention period on 2019-03-1101 (now 2022-03-1101) from 2 years to PERMANENT
• Add 'Meeting Recordings – video and audio' to title of 2019-08-1101 (now 2022-08-1101)
• Add Destruction Schedule and Audio Recordings to Board of Control, Records Commission, and Arts Commission schedules

The Stow Records Commission approved several updates to the city's records retention schedules, including renumbering and adding electronic media types for City Council records, changing the retention period for legal ads from 2 years to permanent, and adding destruction schedules and audio recording retention for the Board of Control, Records Commission, and Arts Commission. The meeting was largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions beyond these record-keeping updates.

• Approved minutes from 3/1/2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved City Council RC-2 revisions: renumbered schedules and added electronic media type for supporting documentation, agendas, minutes, and public records requests (unanimous)
• Approved changing retention period for legal ads (schedule 2022-03-1101) from 2 years to PERMANENT (unanimous)
• Approved adding 'video' to title of meeting recordings schedule (2022-08-1101) (unanimous)
• Approved addendum RC-2s for Board of Control, Records Commission, and Arts Commission adding destruction schedule and audio recordings retention (unanimous)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved an amended fuel contract with Ports Petroleum Company for Fox Den, increasing the expenditure from $30,000 to $45,000 for the remainder of 2022. Several other expenditures were approved, including $19,800 for street department tires and $12,800 for a pergola at Fox Den. A moral claim for tire damage was forwarded to the contractor. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved amended fuel contract with Ports Petroleum, increasing to $45,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $19,800 tire purchase from Summit Tire Service for street vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $12,800 pergola construction at Fox Den from K C Building Company (unanimous)
• Approved performance bond reduction for Ray Fogg Building Methods from $2.87M to $43,800 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Forwarded moral claim of $256.03 from David Nawrocky to contractor Perrin Asphalt

Arts Commission

The Stow Arts Commission is meeting at the Heritage Barn to discuss routine business and hear a guest speaker on the economic and community impact of arts and culture. They will also review old business, including the Holiday Heritage Drive-thru event and a grant/scholarship fund, and consider new initiatives like free little art galleries.

• Guest speaker Kathy Romito from Western Reserve Hospital on arts impact
• Holiday Heritage Drive-thru event scheduled for Sunday, 12/11/2022
• Arts Commission Grant/Scholarship fund coordinated through SMF Community Foundation
• Discussion on participating in Fourth of July Parade 2023
• New business: free little art galleries and community involvement

Arts Commission

The Stow Arts Commission is meeting at the Heritage Barn to hear a guest speaker on the economic impact of arts and culture, and to discuss old and new business including the Holiday Heritage Drive-thru event, a grant/scholarship fund, and potential new projects like free little art galleries.

• Guest speaker Kathy Romito from Western Reserve Hospital on arts and culture impact
• Holiday Heritage Drive-thru event scheduled for Sunday, 12/11/2022
• Arts Commission Grant/Scholarship fund coordinated through SMF Community Foundation
• Discussion on participating in Fourth of July Parade 2023
• New business: free little art galleries idea

The Stow Arts Commission voted unanimously to change the name of its scholarship fund to the Stow Arts Commission Grant Fund, making it available to all residents of Stow and Munroe Falls rather than only students. The commission discussed plans for a holiday event, traffic signal box art, free little art galleries, and a potential art festival, but no other formal votes were taken. A subcommittee was formed to develop grant criteria and an application process.

• Approved motion to rename scholarship to Stow Arts Commission Grant Fund (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 2, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee to develop grant criteria and application (Anne, Kimmy, Jess, Tom M.)
• Tabled discussion on Fourth of July parade participation until next meeting

Board of Control

This meeting has no agenda available; it is purely procedural or cancelled. Residents should refer to the minutes for any official actions taken.

The Board of Control approved several expenditures and fee assistance program participants. Key approvals included $39,714.40 for VAC replacement at the Safety Building, $17,934.18 for a new water department main break trailer, and six residents for the water system improvement and storm water fee assistance program. A moral claim of $249.99 for a police officer's damaged smart watch was denied (1-4).

• Approved $39,714.40 for Gardiner Service Company for VAC replacement at Safety Building (unanimous)
• Approved $17,934.18 with J&R Trailer Sales & Rental LLC for water department main break trailer (unanimous)
• Approved six residents for water system improvement and storm water fee assistance program (unanimous)
• Approved overruns adjustment report of $996.18 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 17 and August 24, 2022 (unanimous)
• Denied moral claim of $249.99 for police officer's damaged smart watch (1-4)

Board of Control

This meeting has no published agenda; only minutes are available. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate with no items to report.

The Board of Control approved two waterline improvement contracts totaling over $1 million to M. Campbell Contracting LLC, along with related expenditures and a small equipment rental. All votes were unanimous.

• Awarded Elmwood Avenue Waterline Improvement bid to M. Campbell Contracting LLC, $606,937.10 (unanimous)
• Awarded Homewood Avenue, Brookside Road, Acorn Place, Caleb Avenue Waterline Improvement bid to M. Campbell Contracting LLC, $424,446.00 (unanimous)
• Approved expenditure of $606,937.10 with M. Campbell Contracting for Elmwood Ave project (unanimous)
• Approved expenditure of $424,446.00 with M. Campbell Contracting for Homewood Ave etc. project (unanimous)
• Approved expenditure up to $3,000.00 with Copley Tool Rental for stump grinder rental (unanimous)

Commission on Inclusion

The Stow Commission on Inclusion is meeting to approve prior minutes, swear in Tricia Streharsky as chairperson, and receive updates on community events including Team up to Clean Up, Summer Sunset Blast, and the Mental Health Expo.

• Swearing in of Tricia Streharsky as Chairperson
• Update on Team up to Clean Up
• Update on Summer Sunset Blast on September 3 and 4
• Update on Mental Health Expo

The Commission on Inclusion approved the minutes from the July 27, 2022 meeting. Sarah Filiberto reported that the Stow Munroe Falls Public Library survey has exceeded expectations. The Commission also discussed upcoming representation at the Mental Health Expo and the status of two vacancies on the Commission, with the Mayor still accepting applicants.

• Approved minutes from the July 27, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request from Angelique Miller, Signs 330, regarding a property owned by the Stow City School District. The commission will consider two variances related to the size and construction of an electronic message sign.

• P.C. 2022-015: Variance request for electronic message sign area to exceed 33% at 2908 Graham Road
• P.C. 2022-015: Variance request to allow electronic message sign without a masonry base at 2908 Graham Road

The Planning Commission tabled a variance request from Woodland School for an electronic message sign exceeding area limits and lacking a masonry base. Commissioners wanted a school district representative present before voting. The item was tabled 3-0.

• Tabled P.C. 2022-015 (Woodland School sign variances) 3-0, pending school district representation

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control met and approved routine items, including overrun adjustments totaling $796.00 and the minutes from the August 10 meeting. The board also approved a fee assistance program for a resident's water and storm water utility fees, and approved several purchase orders for various departments.

• Approved Residential Water System Improvement and Storm Water Management Utility Fee Assistance Program for Cynthia Sibbio at 3656 Northport Drive for remainder of 2022 and full year 2023
• Approved overrun adjustments totaling $796.00 for period 7/29/2022 to 8/11/2022
• Approved purchase orders including $4,500 for blueprint scanning, $3,600 for topographic survey, $7,200 for resale merchandise, $2,820 for charter amendments legal counsel
• Approved senior bus trips: Little Italy ($2,500), Orchestra ($2,232), Goodyear Theater ($2,821)
• Approved various other purchases: electrical supplies ($1,094.11), zoning abatement work ($5,000), police/fire sound system ($1,306), water generator maintenance ($5,000)

The Board of Control approved a fee assistance program for a resident at 3656 Northport Drive for the remainder of 2022 and all of 2023. They also unanimously approved an overrun adjustments report totaling $796.00 and accepted the minutes from the August 10, 2022 meeting. Multiple purchase orders and contracts were approved as listed in the attached minutes.

• Approved Residential Water System Improvement and Storm Water Management Utility Fee Assistance Program for Cynthia Sibbio at 3656 Northport Drive (unanimous)
• Approved overrun adjustments report for period 7/29/2022 to 8/11/2022 in amount of $796.00 (unanimous)
• Accepted Board of Control minutes from August 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase order to AA Blueprint Company Inc for scanning permits ($4,500.00, unanimous)
• Approved purchase order to Dunford Kelly for topographic survey at 2861 Call Hanson property ($3,600.00, unanimous)
• Approved purchase order to R J Shepherd Co Inc for resale merchandise ($7,200.00, unanimous)
• Approved purchase order to Roetzel & Andress for charter amendments ($2,820.00, unanimous)
• Approved multiple other purchase orders for senior bus trips, electrical supplies, zoning abatement work, and police/fire sound system (all unanimous)

Senior Citizen Commission

The Stow Senior Citizen Commission is holding its regular meeting on August 16, 2022. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, swearing in a new member, public comment, and reports from the Care and Share program, Cards/Pictures project, Parks and Recreation/Senior Center, and the library. No specific decisions or proposals are listed beyond routine updates and discussion items.

• Swearing in of new commission member
• Care and Share program report
• Cards/Pictures project report
• Parks and Recreation/Senior Center activities report
• Library report

The Stow Senior Citizens Commission met on August 16, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Mayor Pribonic swore in new member Audrey Kraynak. The commission discussed the Care and Share project (noting one facility pending due to low supplies) and the cards/pictures project (about 800 delivered earlier; 500-800 planned for September). No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved minutes of the last meeting (all in favor)
• Swore in Audrey Kraynak as new commission member

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission's regular meeting scheduled for August 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for September 12, 2022, at Stow City Hall.

• August 15, 2022 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: September 12, 2022, 3:30 p.m. at Stow City Hall

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved several expenditures, including a $134,224.24 Wi-Fi upgrade for all city buildings, a $32,500 contract for street department vehicle parts and service, and a $1,290.79 purchase of reusable banners for the Sunset Blast stage. All items were approved unanimously with no discussion. The meeting also included approval of the August 3, 2022 minutes.

• $134,224.24 Wi-Fi upgrade for all city buildings (NEONET)
• $32,500 for International parts and service for Street Department vehicles (Rush Truck Centers)
• $1,290.79 for reusable banners for Sunset Blast stage (Speedpro Imaging)
• Approval of August 3, 2022 Board of Control minutes

The Board of Control unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including a $134,224.24 expenditure with NEONET for Wi-Fi equipment upgrades across city buildings, a $32,500 contract with Rush Truck Centers for street vehicle parts and service, and a $1,290.79 purchase of reusable banners for the Sunset Blast stage. The board also approved numerous other purchase orders and accepted the minutes from the August 3, 2022 meeting. All motions passed unanimously with no discussion.

• Approved $134,224.24 Wi-Fi upgrade with NEONET (unanimous)
• Approved $32,500 with Rush Truck Centers for street vehicle parts/service (unanimous)
• Approved $1,290.79 for reusable banners for Sunset Blast stage (unanimous)
• Accepted August 3, 2022 Board of Control minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $73,780 for fire med unit repairs with Young Truck Sales (unanimous)
• Approved $16,198.03 for fire service/repairs with Fallsway Equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $14,000 for fireworks show with American Fireworks (unanimous)
• Approved $11,473.99 for pond dredging at Progress Park (unanimous)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control met on August 3, 2022, and unanimously approved several expenditures, including a $125,160.89 Wi-Fi upgrade for all city buildings, a $30,000 increase for turf maintenance at Fox Den Golf Course, and a $42.77 moral claim for a lost cell phone. The board also approved purchase orders for various items such as a door repair, sound systems, and asbestos remediation, and accepted a performance bond release and maintenance guarantee for 4845 Allen Road.

• Approved $125,160.89 to Metropolitan Regional Service Council (NEONET) for Wi-Fi equipment and installation in all city buildings
• Approved amended Legislation #2022-27 increasing authorized expenditure to $30,000 with Nutrien AG Solutions for turf products at Fox Den Golf Course
• Approved $42.77 moral claim to Jesse Atkinson for a cell phone lost during an arrest
• Released $18,000 performance bond and accepted $1,800 maintenance guarantee for 4845 Allen Road (Knight Sound & Light / Westfield Insurance)
• Approved purchase orders including $13,850 for City Hall door, $14,850 for sound systems, $13,700 for furnace/AC repair, and $1,200 for asbestos remediation

The Board of Control unanimously approved multiple expenditures, including up to $125,160.89 for Wi-Fi upgrades in all city buildings via NEONET, and up to $30,000 for turf maintenance products at Fox Den Golf Course. A $42.77 moral claim for a lost cell phone during an arrest was also approved. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $125,160.89 Wi-Fi upgrade for all city buildings (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 expenditure with Nutrien AG Solutions for Fox Den turf products (unanimous)
• Approved $42.77 moral claim for lost cell phone during arrest (unanimous)
• Approved $18,000 performance bond release and $1,800 maintenance guarantee for 4845 Allen Road (unanimous)
• Approved overrun report of $0.60 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 20 and July 27, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved multiple purchase orders including $13,850 for city hall door, $13,700 for HVAC repair, and $1,200 for asbestos remediation (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The regular Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for August 2, 2022, has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Arts Commission

The Stow Arts Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including follow-ups on the Farmer's Market, traffic signal box art, and the Adopt-A-Spot program. They will also consider new business such as participating in the 2023 Fourth of July Parade and whether to hold the Fall Window Painting event again. The meeting includes a proclamation for the parade grand marshal and public comments.

• Proclamation for Tom Stephan as Parade Grand Marshal
• Discussion of grant opportunities from Knight Foundation, GAR Grants, and Akron Community Foundation
• Traffic signal box wrap program: Bedford interested; print sales via RecDesk; interactive map planned
• Team Up 2 Clean Up final event on 8/27; registration via StowOhio.RecDesk.com or Parks & Rec
• Arts Commission Scholarship fund tabled; update on SMF Community Foundation

The Arts Commission voted unanimously to move its scholarship/grant fund from the SMF School Foundation to the SMF Community Foundation, making it accessible to any Stow or Munroe Falls resident, not just graduating SMF High School students. The commission also discussed plans for the 2023 Fourth of July parade, paused the fall window painting event, and formed a sub-committee for the Glow with Stow holiday event.

• Approved minutes from May 3, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to move scholarship fund to SMF Community Foundation (unanimous)
• Tabled fall window painting event until 2023
• Formed sub-committee for Glow with Stow holiday event (Kari chair, Sarah co-chair)
• Discussed potential participation in 2023 Fourth of July parade (no decision)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved several expenditures, including increased fuel contracts with Ports Petroleum, an emergency storm sewer pipe replacement on Commerce Drive, and various other purchases. The meeting was brief and all items passed unanimously.

• Increased fuel spending: up to $400,000 for unleaded and $175,000 for diesel with Ports Petroleum
• Emergency 24-inch storm sewer pipe replacement on Commerce Drive by M Campbell Contracting for $18,239.65
• Released 90% landscaping performance guarantee at 3597 Longleaf Trail
• Approved $150,000 quarterly tax sharing payment to Akron
• Approved $5,000 for fire extinguishers and $3,839.10 for DARE supplies

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including increased fuel expenditures, an emergency storm sewer pipe replacement, and several purchase orders. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved increased fuel expenditures up to $400,000 for unleaded and $175,000 for diesel with Ports Petroleum (unanimous)
• Approved emergency 24-inch storm sewer pipe replacement on Commerce Drive with M Campbell Contracting LLC for $18,239.65 (unanimous)
• Released 90% landscaping performance guarantee at 3597 Longleaf Trail for Design Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 for compaction testing with Summit Testing & Inspection (unanimous)
• Approved $2,226.70 for fire extinguishers and maintenance with Blasiman Fire Equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 for miscellaneous supplies with Henry Bierce Supply Co (unanimous)
• Approved $5,198.42 for outside legal counsel with Kastner Westman & Wilkins (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 quarterly tax sharing with Akron (unanimous)

Commission on Inclusion

The Stow Commission on Inclusion will review minutes, vote for a new chairperson following Kellie Dziemianzuk's resignation, and receive updates on upcoming community events. The meeting is largely procedural and planning-focused.

• Vote for new Chairperson after resignation of Kellie Dziemianzuk
• Update from Gale Koritanksy, SMFPL
• Wrap up from 4th of July Parade
• Upcoming events: Neighborhood Pop up Party at Calls Farms Central Park Aug 4, Team up to Clean up Aug 27, Mental Health Fair Aug 28, Summer Sunset Blast Sep 4

The Commission on Inclusion elected Tricia Streharsky as chairperson by unanimous voice vote. The commission also approved the June 22, 2022 meeting minutes, discussed filling two vacancies, and decided to keep its meeting schedule unchanged.

• Approved June 22, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Elected Tricia Streharsky as chairperson (unanimous)
• Decided to advertise for two commission vacancies
• Decided to keep 4th Wednesday 5:15 pm meeting schedule

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing requests for a new senior living expansion and a commercial lot split. The body will also consider sign variances for a city playground.

• Conditional zoning and variance for 34 independent living villas at 4330 Hudson Drive
• Minor subdivision to split 13.6 acres at 1594-1672 Norton Road into five parcels
• Variances for two freestanding signs at Skip Playground, 3760 Darrow Road

The Stow Planning Commission approved a conditional use, site plan, and variance for the Omni Stow Villas senior living project at 4330 Hudson Drive, and approved a minor subdivision for the Hudson Towne Center at 1594-1672 Norton Road. The commission denied a variance request for signs at the Skip Playground, 3760 Darrow Road, due to lack of justification for exceeding sign size limits.

• Approved conditional use for assisted living facility at 4330 Hudson Drive (4-0)
• Approved site plan for Omni Stow Villas (4-0)
• Approved variance for front yard setback reduction at 4330 Hudson Drive (4-0)
• Approved minor subdivision for Hudson Towne Center at 1594-1672 Norton Road (4-0)
• Denied variance for Skip Playground signs at 3760 Darrow Road (2-1, 1 abstention)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved several expenditures and requests, including new pedestrian crossing signals, snow plows, an air conditioning unit for Heritage Barn, and a radio maintenance agreement. All items were approved without discussion.

• Approved $59,174.82 for three pedestrian crossing signals from Traffic and Parking Control Company, Inc.
• Approved $63,096.00 for replacement air conditioning unit at Heritage Barn from Gardiner Service Company.
• Approved $53,439.10 for Motorola Solutions radio system maintenance (year 4 of 5).
• Approved $31,336.00 for snow plows for four city vehicles from Zoresco Equipment Company.
• Approved $277,000.00 for Gray Line water line from B H Ohio Leasing LLC.

The Board of Control unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including expenditures for pedestrian crossing signals, snow plows, an air conditioning unit at Heritage Barn, and a radio maintenance agreement. All motions passed without discussion.

• Approved overrun report of $209.96 (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising and bidding for chain link fencing citywide (unanimous)
• Approved $59,174.82 for three pedestrian crossing signals (unanimous)
• Approved $31,336.00 for snow plows for four city vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $63,096.00 for replacement air conditioning unit at Heritage Barn (unanimous)
• Approved $53,439.10 for radio system maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss amendments to term limits for elected officials, establish budgeting procedures, and consider outside legal counsel. They will also vote on appointments to the Urban Forestry Commission and Parks & Recreation Board, and hold an executive session on pending court action and employee compensation.

• T-317: Amend Chapter 21.08 Term Limits for Elected Officials – Petition
• T-318: Amend Chapter 21.08 Term Limits for Elected Officials – Council
• T-320: Establish Article XXII – Budgeting Procedures
• T-321: Outside Legal Council
• Appoint Andrews Boateng to Urban Forestry Commission (term to 1/2/2025)

The Committee of the Whole forwarded four ordinances to the regular Council meeting: two charter amendments on term limits (one citizen-initiated, one council-proposed), one establishing budgeting procedures, and a resolution to hire outside legal counsel. All motions passed unanimously. The council also approved two appointments to city boards.

• Forwarded citizen-initiated charter amendment on term limits (T-317) to regular Council meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded council-proposed charter amendment on term limits (T-318) to regular Council meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded charter amendment establishing budgeting procedures (T-320) to regular Council meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded resolution to engage Roetzel & Andress as outside legal counsel (T-321) to regular Council meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Andrews Boateng appointment to Urban Forestry Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Jeffrey Datkuliak appointment to Parks & Recreation Board (unanimous)

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, review budget/financial reports, and consider two business items: a purchase of tools and supplies for the Water Department (T-316) and an amendment to the Stow Tree Lawn Program related to urban forestry (T-319). The meeting includes a remonstrance period and public comment procedures.

• T-316: Righty Tighty Supply - Tools and Supplies for Water Dept.
• T-319: Amend Ordinance Stow Tree Lawn Program – Urban Forestry
• Approval of Finance Committee minutes from June 23, 2022
• Budget/financial reports review

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the June 23, 2022 meeting. They discussed the $4.3 million billing listing, noted that no ARPRA funds have been spent due to changed requirements, and mentioned receiving funds from an opioid settlement. No substantive decisions were made on these items.

• Approved minutes of June 23, 2022 Finance Committee meeting (3-0)

City Council - Roads and Safety Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Roads & Safety Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 14, 2022, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Parks & Recreation Board

The Stow Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss updates on several major projects, including the City Center Project, Parks Master Plan, and a feasibility study for a community/recreation center. The agenda is primarily informational, with reports and updates rather than formal decisions.

• City Center Project Update
• Parks Master Plan Update
• Feasibility Study – Community/Recreation Center
• Fox Den Golf Course Update
• Parks Maintenance & Improvements Update

The Stow Parks and Recreation Board approved the Parks Master Plan as a guideline for the next decade, with all members in favor. The plan outlines improvements and funding challenges, including a potential community recreation center and levy options, but no specific funding decisions were made. The board also discussed updates on playground installations, a feasibility study for a recreation center, and record revenue at Fox Den Golf Course.

• Approved Parks Master Plan as guideline for next decade (3-0)
• Approved minutes from April 14, 2022 meeting with corrections (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:30 PM (3-0)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved a $1,408,109.95 contract to Shelly & Sands, Inc. for the Graham Road/Fishcreek Road intersection improvements, along with several smaller purchase orders and a landscaping guarantee release. The board also approved minutes from the July 6 meeting and adjourned.

• Awarded $1,408,109.95 bid to Shelly & Sands, Inc. for Graham Road/Fishcreek Road intersection improvements
• Released 90% of landscaping performance guarantee ($841.50) at 4724 Darrow Road
• Approved $6,000 for painting at safety building
• Approved $6,617.86 for fire helmet shields
• Approved $7,650 for AMATS membership dues

The Board of Control unanimously approved awarding the Graham Road/Fishcreek Road intersection improvement contract to Shelly & Sands, Inc. for $1,408,109.95. It also approved release of 90% of a landscaping performance guarantee at 4724 Darrow Road, and approved the minutes from the July 6 meeting. Several purchase orders were approved unanimously as listed in the attached minutes.

• Awarded Graham/Fishcreek Road intersection improvements to Shelly & Sands, Inc. for $1,408,109.95 (unanimous)
• Released 90% of Landscaping Performance Guarantee at 4724 Darrow Road for $841.50 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 6, 2022 Board of Control meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 painting purchase order for Safety Building (unanimous)
• Approved $6,617.86 for fire helmet shields (unanimous)
• Approved $7,650 AMATS membership dues (unanimous)
• Approved $4,500 for park maintenance supplies (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 for toner and ink cartridges (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request from the City of Stow for a conditional zoning certificate and variance. The proposal involves constructing a restroom pavilion at 3300 Darrow Rd.

• Conditional Zoning Certificate and variance for a restroom pavilion at 3300 Darrow Rd. (Adell Durbin Park)
• Request to reduce setback to 50 feet from the required 150-foot setback from the right-of-way line

The Stow Planning Commission approved a conditional zoning certificate and variances for the City of Stow to build new ADA-compliant restrooms and a shelter at Adell Durbin Park, 3300 Darrow Road. The project required variances from the 150-foot setback requirement because no ADA-accessible location on the site meets it. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved P.C. 2022-011 conditional zoning certificate and variances for 3300 Darrow Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 10, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Stow Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving updates from the City Council liaison, and discussing the commission's 60th anniversary. They will also review the Tree Trust financial report for the first half of 2022 and plan upcoming community events, such as the Summer Sunset Blast and a community picnic.

• Tree Trust Financial Report – 1st Half 2022
• Summer Sunset Blast, Sat., September 3
• Community Picnic – Sat., June 25
• Commission’s 60 Year Anniversary
• News articles on watering, event promotion, and tree planting deadline

The Urban Forestry Commission approved the June 13, 2022 minutes and discussed upcoming events, including a booth at Sunset Blast for the Commission's 60th anniversary. They also agreed to have a presence at next year's community picnic if located closer to main attractions. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved June 13, 2022 minutes (motion passed)
• Agreed to have presence at next year's community picnic if location is closer to main attractions

Building & Zoning Board of Appeals

The Stow Building & Zoning Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on three variance requests. The board will decide whether to grant variances for a pool patio, a garage/pool house, and a deck, each requiring at least three yes votes to pass. If approved, the variances are valid for one year and are non-transferable.

• Case #22-013: Variance for 800 sq. ft. pool patio at 5211 Beckett Ridge, requesting 42 ft. rear and 1 ft. side setback variances.
• Case #22-014: Variance for 1,456 sq. ft. garage/pool house at 2834 Sedge Grass Trail, requesting 656 sq. ft. area, 6 ft. side setback, and 6 ft. 6 in. height variances.
• Case #22-015: Variance for 192 sq. ft. deck at 4367 Hammontree Circle, requesting 26 ft. rear setback variance.

The Building and Zoning Board of Appeals approved all requested variances for three residential projects. Case #22-013 granted two variances for a pool patio at 5211 Beckett Ridge. Case #22-014 granted four variances for a garage/pool house at 2834 Sedge Grass Trail. Case #22-015 granted one variance for a deck at 4367 Hammontree Circle. All motions passed 3-0.

• Approved variance for 42-ft rear setback for pool patio at 5211 Beckett Ridge (3-0)
• Approved variance for 1-ft side setback for pool patio at 5211 Beckett Ridge (3-0)
• Approved variance for 656 sq ft accessory building area at 2834 Sedge Grass Trail (3-0)
• Approved variance for 656 sq ft combined accessory building area at 2834 Sedge Grass Trail (3-0)
• Approved variance for 6-ft side setback at 2834 Sedge Grass Trail (3-0)
• Approved variance for 6-ft 6-in height at 2834 Sedge Grass Trail (3-0)
• Approved variance for 26-ft rear setback for deck at 4367 Hammontree Circle (3-0)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control met and approved a $30,000 expenditure for tools and supplies for the Water Department, along with several other purchase orders. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and adjourned. All items were approved unanimously without discussion.

• $30,000 to Righty Tighty Supply for Water Department tools and supplies
• $6,000 to Superc Am Industry LLC for junk removal at 3903 Genevieve
• $17,304.30 to Infosyst Safe Staffing of Ohio Inc for payroll services for seasonal employee Mott Cory
• $11,200.87 to Playground Equipment Services for replacement playground equipment at Oregon Trail
• $13,104.00 to Safe Staffing of Ohio Inc for payroll services for Wilson Daytwon until 10/31/22

The Board of Control unanimously approved a $30,000 expenditure for tools and supplies for the Water Department from Righty Tighty Supply. The board also approved the minutes from the June 29, 2022 meeting and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $30,000 for Water Department tools/supplies from Righty Tighty Supply (unanimous)
• Approved June 29, 2022 Board of Control minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 for building junk removal (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 for payroll services for seasonal employee (unanimous)
• Approved $17,304.30 for Summit Co fiscal office quarterly services (unanimous)
• Approved $1,440 for Summit Co fiscal office direct indictment services (unanimous)
• Approved $1,300 for boxed meals for Fun in Stow Play Day (unanimous)
• Approved $1,297.01 for charter bus to Nautica Queen (unanimous)

Arts Commission

The Stow Arts Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 5, 2022, has been canceled due to no agenda items. The next scheduled meeting is August 2, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at Stow City Hall, Boards & Commissions Room.

• Meeting canceled due to no agenda items
• Next meeting: August 2, 2022, 6:30 p.m. at Stow City Hall

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved several expenditures, including a corrected $14,900 amphitheater concept design contract and release of landscape maintenance guarantees. The board also approved numerous purchase orders for departments including police, fire, and public works. All items passed unanimously with no discussion.

• Approved $14,900 for Van Auken Akins Architects LLC for amphitheater concept design at Stow City Center Complex (amended from $14,000)
• Released $2,400 landscape maintenance guarantee to Design Construction for eight addresses on Longleaf Trail
• Released $2,800 landscape maintenance guarantee to Sheetz Gas Station at 950 E. Steels Corners Road
• Approved $12,405 for Allied Equipment pump replacement parts for Safety Building
• Approved $26,085.72 final retainer to Liberta Construction Co for 2021 Road Program

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved all items on the June 29, 2022 agenda, including releasing landscape maintenance guarantees to Design Construction ($2,400) and Sheetz Gas Station ($2,800), approving a pump replacement requisition for the Safety Building ($12,405), and approving an amphitheater concept design requisition with Van Auken Akins Architects, later amended to $14,900. The board also approved 20 purchase orders listed in the attached minutes, covering items such as handicap access doors, bollard posts, HVAC controllers, iPads, computers, monitors, ammunition, copy paper, concrete retainage, lighting equipment, a drain study, and various supplies. All motions passed unanimously with no discussion.

• Approved release of landscape maintenance guarantees to Design Construction ($2,400) (unanimous)
• Approved release of landscape maintenance guarantee to Sheetz Gas Station ($2,800) (unanimous)
• Approved pump replacement parts requisition for Safety Building with Allied Equipment ($12,405) (unanimous)
• Approved amphitheater concept design requisition with Van Auken Akins Architects, amended to $14,900 (unanimous)
• Approved 20 purchase orders as listed in attached minutes (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 22, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for June 28, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 12, 2022.

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Finance Committee is meeting to review financial reports and consider several business items, including amendments to travel expense reimbursement, donations to a school foundation, a Motorola contract for state-mandated authentication, a tree removal service, and a road reconstruction contract. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments.

• Amend Ord. No. 1981-215 – Travel Expense Reimbursement Allowances
• Stow Munroe Falls School Foundation – Scholarship Awards Charitable Donations
• Motorola Solutions – State of Ohio Link Layer Authentication Mandate
• Oser Stump Grinding – Tree Removal Service – 3421 Charring Cross
• AECOM Technical Services – Darrow Road Reconstruction (SUM-91-8.60)

The Finance Committee unanimously forwarded five ordinances to the regular council meeting, including updates to travel expense reimbursements, a scholarship agreement with the school foundation, a radio encryption upgrade, a tree removal contract, and a design contract for Darrow Road reconstruction. No items were denied or tabled. A resident raised concerns about cat nuisance ordinances during the public comment period.

• Approved minutes of June 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-304 travel expense reimbursement update (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-310 scholarship MOU with Stow-Munroe Falls School Foundation (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-311 Motorola radio encryption upgrade up to $30,000 (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-312 Oser Stump Grinding tree removal contract up to $25,400 (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-313 AECOM design contract for Darrow Road reconstruction $400,000 (unanimous)

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider one business item: an amendment to Chapter 505 (Animals and Fowl) that would add a new section declaring defecation a nuisance. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes and hold an executive session for pending court action, collective bargaining, and public employee compensation matters.

• T-314: Amend Chapter 505 'Animals and Fowl' adding §505.21 'Defecation as a Nuisance'
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2022 Committee of the Whole meeting
• Executive session for pending court action, collective bargaining, and public employee compensation

The Committee of the Whole unanimously approved the minutes from June 9, 2022, and forwarded a proposed ordinance (T-314) that would add a 'Defecation as a Nuisance' section to Chapter 505 (Animals and Fowl) to the regular Council meeting. Council also held an executive session on pending court action, collective bargaining, and public employee compensation, after which it announced a motion to confirm Drew Reilly as Deputy Law Director. A resident raised concerns about free-roaming feral cats, but no decision was made on that issue.

• Approved minutes of June 9, 2022 Committee of the Whole meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded ordinance T-314 (Defecation as a Nuisance) to regular Council meeting (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session for pending court action, collective bargaining, and compensation (unanimous)
• Announced item from executive session: T-315 confirming Drew Reilly as Deputy Law Director

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 23, 2022, with several legislative items on the agenda. Key actions include a contract for Darrow Road reconstruction, a tree removal service, and an ordinance about animal waste. The council will also consider amendments to council rules and travel expense reimbursements.

• T-313 AECOM Technical Services – Darrow Road Reconstruction (SUM-91-8.60)
• T-312 Oser Stump Grinding – Tree Removal Service – 3421 Charring Cross
• T-314 Amend Chapter 505 – 'Animals and Fowl' adding §505.21 – 'Defecation as a Nuisance'
• T-311 Motorola Solutions – State of Ohio Link Layer Authentication Mandate
• T-304 Amend Ord. No. 1981-215 – Travel Expense Reimbursement Allowances

Stow City Council unanimously confirmed Drew Reilly as Deputy Law Director and adopted six ordinances, including increased travel expense reimbursements, a scholarship MOU with the Stow-Munroe Falls School Foundation, a Motorola radio expenditure, a tree removal contract, and an AECOM engineering contract for the Darrow Road reconstruction project. An ordinance creating a new animal defecation nuisance section was placed on first reading. The council also approved bill payments and cancelled the August 25, 2022 meetings.

• Confirmed Drew Reilly as Deputy Law Director (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-110 increasing travel expense reimbursements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-111 authorizing scholarship MOU with Stow-Munroe Falls School Foundation (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-112 authorizing Motorola Solutions radio expenditure without bids (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-113 authorizing tree removal contract with Oser Stump Grinding (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-114 authorizing AECOM engineering contract for Darrow Road project (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 2022-115 (animal defecation nuisance) on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved bill payments and cancelled August 25, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved a $400,000 engineering design contract with AECOM for the Darrov project, funded by $8,022,690 in grants. They also approved a $52,000 maintenance bond release for the Prosper Drive Development from 2006, and several other purchase orders and requisitions, including Safety Town instructor payments.

• $400,000 AECOM engineering design contract for Darrov project
• $52,000 maintenance bond release for Prosper Drive Development
• $1,292 each for two Safety Town instructors (Kristen Loefler, Dinah Henderson)
• $10,900.92 outside legal counsel for AFSCME and IAFF negotiations
• $13,832 payroll service contract with Safe Staffing of Ohio

The Board of Control unanimously approved releasing a $52,000 maintenance bond from the Geis Company for the Prosper Drive Development, despite the bond being from 2006. The board also approved several purchase requisitions, including payments for Safety Town instructors and various departmental purchases, all passed unanimously.

• Approved release of $52,000 maintenance bond for Prosper Drive Development (unanimous)
• Approved $1,292 for Kristen Loefler's Safety Town teaching services (unanimous)
• Approved $1,292 for Dinah Henderson's Safety Town teaching services (unanimous)
• Approved $4,266.93 for lift inspection/repair by Advanced Hydraulic Systems (unanimous)
• Approved $4,343.49 for carpet/LVT installation at City Hall by D&R Carpet Service (unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 for AECOM engineering design services for Darrov (unanimous)
• Approved $10,900.92 for outside legal counsel services for AFSCME and IAFF negotiations (unanimous)
• Approved $13,832 for payroll services from Safe Staffing of Ohio (unanimous)

Commission on Inclusion

The Commission on Inclusion meeting scheduled for June 22, 2022, was cancelled because there was not enough members present to form a quorum. The next meeting is set for July 27, 2022, at Stow City Hall at 5:15 PM. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting scheduled for July 27, 2022, at Stow City Hall at 5:15 PM

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved several expenditures, including a $400,000 contract for preliminary design of the Darrow Road (SR 91) reconstruction project, a $30,000 radio upgrade, and a $25,400 tree removal. The board also approved routine purchase orders and an employee sick leave advance. All items passed unanimously with minimal discussion.

• $400,000 to AECOM for preliminary design of SUM-91-8.60 Darrow Road reconstruction (SR 91 from Munroe Falls to Hudson)
• $30,000 to Motorola Solutions for Link Layer Authentication upgrade on radios
• $25,400 to Oser Stump Grinding for tree removal at 3421 Charring Cross
• Advance of 120 hours sick leave for employee Cherie Rubish
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2022 meeting

The Board of Control unanimously approved a $400,000 contract with AECOM Technical Services for preliminary design of the SUM-91-8.60 Darrow Road reconstruction project, expected to be bid in Fall 2024. The board also approved a $30,000 Motorola radio upgrade, a $25,400 tree removal contract, a 120-hour sick leave advance, and several purchase orders. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $400,000 AECOM design contract for Darrow Road reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 Motorola radio authentication upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved $25,400 tree removal at 3421 Charring Cross (unanimous)
• Approved 120-hour sick leave advance for Cherie Rubish (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 paint/hardware PO for city buildings (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 resale merchandise PO (unanimous)
• Approved $6,717.25 Lenovo monitor PO (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for June 14, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 28, 2022.

Urban Forestry Commission

The provided text contains no agenda items for discussion or decision. It only notes the cancellation of a previous May meeting and provides the date for the next scheduled meeting.

The Urban Forestry Commission approved the April minutes and recommended Andrews Boating to fill the unexpired term of Kaley Donovan. They discussed the Tree Fest, the 60th anniversary banner, and a grant update where 27 trees were relocated due to a resident complaint.

• Approved April 11, 2022 minutes
• Recommended Andrews Boating to fill vacancy (motion carried)

Building & Zoning Board of Appeals

The Building & Zoning Board of Appeals will review three variance requests regarding property setbacks and structure sizes. The items include requests for swimming pools in side and front yards, as well as a garage addition exceeding size limits.

• Variance request for an above-ground pool in the side yard at 2943 Progress Park Drive
• Variance request for an in-ground pool and equipment pad in the front yard at 2614 Graham Road
• Variance request for a 360 sq. ft. garage addition at 2095 Marhofer Avenue
• Withdrawal of Case #22-009

The Stow Building & Zoning Board of Appeals approved three variance requests at its June 13, 2022 meeting. Case #22-010 granted a variance for an above-ground pool in the side yard at 2943 Progress Park Drive. Case #22-011 granted two variances for an in-ground pool and equipment pad in the front yard at 2614 Graham Road. Case #22-012 granted two variances for a garage addition exceeding accessory structure size limits at 2095 Marhofer Avenue. All motions passed 4-0.

• Approved variance for above-ground pool in side yard at 2943 Progress Park Drive (4-0)
• Approved Variance 1 for in-ground pool in front yard at 2614 Graham Road (4-0)
• Approved Variance 2 for equipment pad setback at 2614 Graham Road (4-0)
• Approved Variance 1 for garage addition max floor area at 2095 Marhofer Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Variance 2 for combined accessory structure area at 2095 Marhofer Avenue (4-0)

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Finance Committee unanimously forwarded three ordinances to the regular council meeting: $350,000 in supplemental overtime funds for the Fire Department, $20,707 for a powered ambulance cot, and a settlement payment to a resident for vehicle damage. A travel expense reimbursement ordinance was placed on hold at the administration's request. The committee also approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes of May 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Forwarded $350,000 supplemental fire overtime funds (unanimous)
• Forwarded $20,707 purchase of powered ambulance cot from Pfund Superior Sales (unanimous)
• Forwarded settlement to Hamada Alzoubi for vehicle damage (unanimous)
• Placed travel expense reimbursement ordinance T-304 on hold

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss proposed amendments to the city's animal and fowl regulations and council procedures. The meeting also included the approval of minutes from previous May 2022 committee meetings.

• Amendment to Chapter 505 COS regarding Animals and Fowl
• Amendment to Chapter 123 regarding Council procedures
• Approval of May 5, 2022, Committee of the Whole minutes
• Approval of May 26, 2022, Committee of the Whole minutes

The Committee of the Whole unanimously withdrew an ordinance amending animal control rules (T-156) and approved amendments to Council Rules (T-240), including changes to debate decorum and legislation presentation. A motion to allow paper copies of legislation failed, but a revised motion requiring a request to the Clerk of Council passed. T-240 was forwarded to the regular council meeting for first reading.

• Withdrew T-156 animal ordinance (unanimous)
• Amended Section 6.1 'Preservation and Decorum' (unanimous)
• Failed motion to allow paper copies of legislation (3-4)
• Amended Section 4.7 to require request for paper copies (4-3)
• Forwarded T-240 to regular council for first reading (unanimous)

City Council - Roads and Safety Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Roads & Safety Committee voted 2-2 on a motion to forward Ordinance T-290, which would opt Stow out of Ohio H.B. 172 and reaffirm the local fireworks ban, to the regular Council meeting. The motion failed, so the ordinance was not forwarded for Council action. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from its April 14, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 14, 2022 Roads & Safety Committee meeting (4-0)
• Motion to forward fireworks opt-out ordinance T-290 to Regular Council failed (2-2)

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The provided agenda contains only procedural placeholders and does not list any specific topics, motions, or decisions for discussion.

Stow City Council unanimously approved several ordinances, including allocating supplemental overtime funds for the fire department, authorizing the purchase of a powered ambulance cot without public bids, and authorizing a feasibility study for a potential community center. Council also adopted a resolution honoring retiring police officer Timothy J. Reiheld and an ordinance acknowledging the city's obligation to refund previously returned employee and city retirement contributions. A proposed animal control ordinance (T-156) was withdrawn, and a fireworks opt-out ordinance (T-290) failed in committee and was not considered.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-102 honoring retiring Police Officer Timothy J. Reiheld (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-103 acknowledging obligation to refund employee and city retirement contributions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-105 allocating supplemental overtime funds for fire department (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-106 authorizing purchase of powered ambulance cot from Pfund Superior Sales Co. without bids (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-107 as amended authorizing settlement to Hamada Alzoubi for vehicle damage (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-108 authorizing contract with Van Auken Akins Architects for community center feasibility study (unanimous)
• Withdrew T-156, proposed animal control ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Placed Resolution 2022-104 on first reading (unanimous)

Board of Control

The Board of Control met to approve minutes from the June 1, 2022, meeting and review several requisitions. The session included approvals for tree removal, plumbing repairs, and various equipment and maintenance costs.

• Tree and brush removal on Charring Cross not to exceed $8,400.00
• Razing residential property at 2861 Call for $12,000.00
• Additional plumbing repairs at 75/25 split for $26,000.00
• Carbon smoke detectors for Safety Town student giveaway for $4,249.50
• Public officials liability insurance claim payment of $10,000.00

The Board of Control unanimously approved the June 1, 2022 minutes and a $8,400 expenditure for tree and brush removal, stump grinding, and area cleanup on Charring Cross. All listed purchase orders were approved unanimously, including a $12,000 demolition contract, a $26,000 payroll service, and various other items. The meeting adjourned at 9:33 a.m.

• Approved minutes of June 1, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $8,400 tree & brush removal on Charring Cross (unanimous)
• Approved $12,000 demolition of residential property at 2861 Call/Hanson (unanimous)
• Approved $26,000 payroll service for backup electrical inspector (unanimous)
• Approved $1,038.00 for additional plumbing repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $4,249.50 for Kidde carbon/smoke detectors for Safety Town (unanimous)
• Approved $1,062.18 for threshold ramps and safety signs (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 claim payment for Fisher vs Gaskill liability (unanimous)

Arts Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Stow Arts Commission on June 7, 2022, was canceled because there were no agenda items to discuss.

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved a $69,400 contract for a community center feasibility study despite one dissenting vote. The Board also authorized several smaller expenditures for fire department gear, golf course maintenance, and equipment.

• $69,400 for Van Auken Akins Architects, LLC to conduct a community center feasibility study
• $20,707 for Pfund Superior Sales Company, Inc. to purchase a Stryker Cot/Power Pro XT
• $10,000 for Phoenix Safety Outfitters for fire department turnout gear
• Up to $9,000 for C Green & Associates, Inc. for stone veneer at Fox Den Golf Course
• Various approved expenditures for HVAC repairs, cemetery memorials, and park maintenance

The Board of Control approved two related expenditures for a community center feasibility study with Van Auken Akins Architects, LLC, each not to exceed $69,400, by a 4-1 vote with Finance Director Jim Costello opposed. The board also unanimously approved several smaller expenditures, including stone veneer at Fox Den Golf Course, firefighter turnout gear, and a Stryker cot. All other listed purchase orders were approved unanimously.

• Approved $69,400 community center feasibility study (4-1, Costello opposed)
• Approved $69,400 legislation for community center feasibility study (4-1, Costello opposed)
• Approved $9,000 stone veneer at Fox Den Golf Course (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 turnout gear for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved $20,707 Stryker Cot/Power Pro XT (unanimous)
• Approved May 25, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved multiple purchase orders including HVAC repairs, pump parts, vehicle lifts, and cemetery engraving (unanimous)

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Finance Committee is meeting to review and potentially approve several purchases, including fire department software, carpet installation, a police vehicle, and playground signage. They will also consider motions for equipment and emergency repairs. The meeting follows the Planning Committee and includes a public comment period.

• T-291: E S O Solutions – Fire Software
• T-292: D & R Carpet – Fire Department Ceramic Tile Project & Safety Building Carpet Installation
• T-293: Montrose Ford – 2022 Ford Police Explorer
• T-294: Ellet Neon Sales & Service – SKiP Playground Signage
• Motions: Fallsway Equipment – Upfit Fire Department V613 2022 Ford F-350; Mark Klapp dba Am Plumbing – Water Department Emergency Repairs

The Finance Committee unanimously forwarded four ordinances to the regular Council meeting, covering fire software renewal, carpet/tile installation, a police vehicle purchase, and playground signage. The committee also approved two expenditures for emergency water repairs and fire vehicle upfitting. All votes were unanimous.

• Forwarded ESO Solutions fire software renewal up to $21,713.09 (unanimous)
• Forwarded D&R Carpet tile/carpet installation $26,288.08 (unanimous)
• Forwarded Montrose Ford 2022 Police Explorer $39,912.41 (unanimous)
• Forwarded Ellet Neon SKIP playground signage up to $65,198.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Fallsway Equipment upfit for Fire Dept vehicle up to $17,770.98 (unanimous)
• Approved Mark Klapp dba AM Plumbing emergency water repairs up to $20,000.00 (unanimous)

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss multiple proposed amendments to the city's codified ordinances. These items include updates to regulations regarding animals, council procedures, and building department duties.

• Amend Chapter 505 'Animals and Fowl'
• Amend Chapter 123 'Council'
• Amend Chapter 1305 regarding Building Department duties and City Engineer direction
• Amend Chapter 1317 regarding contractor registration fees
• Amend Chapter 1119 regarding plan and plat specifications

The Committee of the Whole forwarded six ordinances to the regular council meeting, including amendments to building department duties, contractor registration fees, plan specifications, and engineering review fees. Two personnel appointments were also forwarded after an executive session. Two other items, an animal control ordinance and council rules resolution, remained in committee without action.

• Forwarded T-297 building dept duties amendment (6-0)
• Forwarded T-298 contractor registration fee increase (6-1, Riehl nay)
• Forwarded T-299 plan & plat specifications amendment (6-0)
• Forwarded T-300 engineering review fee increase (6-0)
• Forwarded T-301 appointment of Jamie Twigg as Accounting & Records Supervisor (6-0)
• Forwarded T-302 appointment of Tracey Humes as Specialist-Payroll (6-0)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• T-156 animal ordinance and T-240 council rules remained in committee

City Council - Planning Committee before July 28, 2022

The Planning Committee met to consider several business items including a sign variance for 5011 Fishcreek and site plan reviews. The agenda also included the approval of minutes from the May 12, 2022, meeting.

• Sign variance for Deangelis Ins. at 5011 Fishcreek
• CZC review for Sunnyvale Family Care at 3689 Vira Road
• Site Plan/Variance for El Campesino at 4360 Kent Road

The Planning Committee voted unanimously to forward three items to the regular council meeting: a sign variance for Deangelis Insurance, a conditional zoning certificate for Sunnyvale Family Care, and a parking variance for El Campesino. No final decisions were made; all were recommendations to council. Public comments were heard on the Sunnyvale Family Care item.

• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 (3-0)
• Forwarded sign variance for Deangelis Insurance at 5011 Fishcreek Rd to council (3-0)
• Forwarded conditional zoning certificate for Sunnyvale Family Care at 3698 Vira Rd to council (3-0)
• Forwarded parking variance for El Campesino at 4360 Kent Rd to council (3-0)
• Adjourned at 6:12 p.m. (3-0)

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council meeting on May 26, 2022, includes discussions on several legislative amendments regarding city codes and fees. The agenda also features multiple items for consideration involving software, equipment, and site plans.

• Amendments to Chapter 505 regarding Animals and Fowl
• Sign variance request for Larry Deangelis at 5011 Fishcreek
• Fire Software contract with E S O Solutions
• Ceramic tile and carpet installation project for the Fire Department and Safety Building
• Purchase of a 2022 Ford Police Explorer from Montrose Ford

Stow City Council denied a conditional zoning certificate for a family home for persons with disabilities at 3698 Vira Road, despite public comment against it. The council also approved several ordinances, including appointments, a sign variance, a police vehicle purchase, and various fee amendments. Two ordinances failed initially but one was later reconsidered and passed.

• Denied conditional zoning certificate for Sunnyvale Family Care at 3698 Vira Road (0-6)
• Approved appointment of Jamie Twigg as Accounting and Records Supervisor (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Tracey Humes as Specialist-Payroll (6-0)
• Approved sign variance for DeAngelis Insurance at 5011 Fishcreek Road (6-0)
• Approved contract renewal with ESO Solutions for fire records software (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Ford Police Explorer from Montrose Ford (6-0)
• Approved playground signage purchase from Ellet Neon for Skip Playground (6-0)
• Approved site plan and parking variance for El Campesino at 4360 Kent Road (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Stow Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle personnel certification for fire and police positions. They will approve minutes from prior meetings and take action on eligibility lists for Fire Captain, Fire Lieutenant, Firefighter, and Police Officer, including voiding and terminating some older lists.

• Certify Fire Captain eligibility list (Mar-Apr 2022 testing)
• Certify Fire Lieutenant eligibility list (Mar-Apr 2022 testing)
• Review scoring protest for Firefighter; void eligibility list certified 2/23/2021; certify combined May 2022 and 2021 list
• Terminate Police Officer eligibility list certified 11/2/2021; certify April 2022 examination list

The Stow Civil Service Commission certified eligibility lists for Fire Captain, Fire Lieutenant, Firefighter, and Police Officer based on 2022 examinations. It also approved bonus points for a firefighter candidate who provided college diplomas after initially failing to upload them. All motions passed unanimously with two votes.

• Certified Fire Captain Eligibility List from March/April 2022 exams (2-0)
• Certified Fire Lieutenant Eligibility List from March/April 2022 exams (2-0)
• Allowed Matthew Tibjash bonus points for college education after he provided diplomas (2-0)
• Certified Firefighter Eligibility List for May 2022 exam, replacing February 2021 list (2-0)
• Certified Police Officer Eligibility List for April/May 2022 exams, replacing November 2021 list (2-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control met to approve minutes from May 18, 2022, and resolve a moral claim regarding vehicle damage. The Board also reviewed numerous purchase orders for city services, including sanitation, equipment, and maintenance.

• Approved $2,907.53 payment to Hamada Alzoubi for vehicle repairs caused by a fallen sign
• Approved kitchen inspections for Senior Center, Fox Den, and other locations via Koorsen Fire & Security Inc ($1,197.00)
• Approved replacement gear lockers for Fire Department via Municipal Emergency Service Inc ($3,289.94)
• Approved purchase of Dell Latitude 5520 computer and dock via SHI International Corp ($2,288.74)
• Approved income tax grant payment to Lintec USA Holdings Inc ($64,623.00)

The Board of Control unanimously approved a $2,907.53 payment to Hamada Alzoubi as a moral claim for vehicle damage caused by a fallen directional sign, reducing the original $5,111.46 request. The board also approved multiple purchase orders and contracts, including a $42,968.20 storm sewer repair contract and a $64,623.00 income tax grant. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved $2,907.53 moral claim payment to Hamada Alzoubi (unanimous)
• Approved $42,968.20 storm sewer repair contract to Eclipse Companies LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $64,623.00 income tax grant to Lintec USA Holdings Inc (unanimous)
• Approved $9,752.00 drainage study for 2424 Norton Rd (unanimous)
• Approved $8,940.00 park maintenance painting contract (unanimous)
• Approved $7,737.12 sanitation services contract to Ohio Disposal LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $3,289.94 fire gear lockers purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $77.25 mailbox damage moral claim to Pam Wilson (unanimous)

Commission on Inclusion

The Commission on Inclusion is meeting to review and approve the minutes from the April 27, 2022 meeting and receive updates on several community events, including the Stow Munroe Falls Public Library, Neighborhood Pop-up parties, Fun in Stow Day, and the 4th of July Parade. No formal decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Review and approve minutes of April 27, 2022
• Update from Stow Munroe Falls Public Library
• Update on Neighborhood Pop-up parties
• Update on Fun in Stow Day
• Update on 4th of July Parade

The Commission on Inclusion discussed and planned participation in several community events, including the 4th of July parade, and decided not to take part in the Fun in Stow Play Day and Community Picnic. They approved the minutes from the April 27, 2022 meeting. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of April 27, 2022 meeting (voice vote, motion passed)
• Decided not to participate in Fun in Stow Play Day and Community Picnic on June 25, 2022
• Planned to participate in 4th of July parade with specific members
• Decided to have water-based tattoos for kids at Neighborhood Pop Up on August 4

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for May 24, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 14, 2022.

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved several contracts for storm sewer repair projects and emergency water repairs. The board also authorized expenditures for SKiP Playground signage and various departmental maintenance items.

• Awarded storm sewer contracts to Eclipse Co., LLC totaling $148,446.53
• Awarded storm sewer contract to Utility Contracting, Inc. for $42,902.20
• Authorized up to $65,198.00 to Ellet Neon Sales & Service, Inc. for SKiP Playground signage
• Authorized up to $20,000.00 to Mark Klapp, dba AM Plumbing LLC for emergency water repairs
• Approved drainage and erosion repair projects at Arndale, Leewood Stream, Silvercrest Basin, and Fox Burrow

The Board of Control unanimously approved emergency water repairs, playground signage, and multiple storm sewer repair contracts. It also approved several purchase orders for building maintenance, police, parks, and other departments. All motions passed without discussion.

• Approved $20,000 emergency water repairs with AM Plumbing LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $65,198 for SKiP Playground signage with Ellet Neon Sales & Service (unanimous)
• Approved storm sewer repair bids: Eclipse Co. for Arndale ($50,137.33), Leewood ($64,416), Silvercrest ($33,893.20); Utility Contracting for Fox Burrow ($42,902.20) (unanimous)
• Approved $42,902.20 legislation for Utility Contracting storm sewer work (unanimous)
• Approved $148,446.53 legislation for Eclipse Co. storm sewer work (unanimous)
• Approved purchase orders including $1,400 power wash, $425 spray bed liners, $1,825 fence repair, $13,692 legal investigation, $7,977 backup service, $299.92 dock, $4,400 sound rental, $1,005 diabetic socks, $65,198 signage, $2,400 roof repair, $6,610 ammunition, $4,878.15 street repairs, $10,000 water repair, $18,200 payroll service, $3,129.33 tires, $1,100 spray bed liners (all unanimous)

Senior Citizen Commission

The commission will review reports on the Care and Share Program, the Cards/Pictures Project, Parks and Recreation, and the Library. The meeting also includes the swearing in of new or reappointed members.

• Swearing in of new/reappointed members
• Care and Share Program report
• Cards/Pictures Project report
• Parks and Recreation Department activities report
• Library report

The Stow Senior Citizens Commission met on May 17, 2022, and swore in Roger Bollins as a reappointed member. The commission discussed the Care and Share project, which will distribute 500-600 bags of personal care items to residents, and received updates on card distribution, parks and recreation activities, and library programs. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters.

• Swore in Roger Bollins as reappointed member
• Approved minutes of last meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed assembling and distributing 500-600 care bags to residents
• Noted 800 cards and pictures distributed to nursing homes and assisted living facilities
• Adjourned meeting at 4:35 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss several business items including software upgrades for the Court automation system and a zoning code diagnostic report amendment. The committee will also review ground clearing at 2861 Call Road and lighting motions for the SKiP area.

• VAV Controllers & Software upgrades for Court Automation System (T-286)
• Amendment to ZoneCo, LLC Zoning Code Diagnostic Report (T-287)
• Ground clearing at 2861 Call Road by Summit Tree & Landscape (T-288)
• Motion regarding MARS Electric Company lighting and overflow parking at SKiP

The Finance Committee approved forwarding two ordinances to the regular Council meeting: a $24,218 contract with K Company for VAV controllers and software upgrades at the Municipal Courthouse, and an amendment to Ordinance 2021-192 increasing the ZoneCo zoning diagnostic contract from $24,000 to $27,800. Both motions passed unanimously. The committee also approved the April 28, 2022 minutes and discussed hiring a Payroll Specialist, requesting an executive session for May 26.

• Approved minutes of April 28, 2022 Finance Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-286: $24,218 contract with K Company for courthouse VAV controllers and software (unanimous)
• Amended T-287: increased ZoneCo zoning diagnostic contract to $27,800 (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-287 amended ordinance to Regular Council (unanimous)

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Committee of the Whole meeting includes discussions on amending city chapters regarding animals, fowl, and council procedures. The agenda also features a presentation on the Stow-Munroe Falls Close-up Program and a liquor license motion.

• Amend Chapter 505 COS – 'Animals and Fowl'
• Amend Chapter 123 'Council'
• Amend §1317.08 – Contractor Registration
• Liquor License for Streak Units dba Moes Southwest Frill at 3029 Graham Road
• Presentation on Stow-Munroe Falls Close-up Program

The Committee of the Whole forwarded an ordinance amending contractor registration exceptions to the regular council meeting. A liquor license for Moes Southwest Grill was approved without a public hearing. Two other items, including an animal ordinance and council rules resolution, remained in committee. The council also held an executive session on collective bargaining.

• Forwarded contractor registration amendment (T-289) to regular council meeting (5-0)
• Approved liquor license for Streak Units LLC dba Moes Southwest Grill (5-0)
• Held executive session on collective bargaining (5-0)
• Tabled animal ordinance amendment (T-156) pending version 3
• Tabled council rules resolution (T-240) pending version 4

City Council - Planning Committee before July 28, 2022

The Planning Committee met to review several business items including a church zoning case and multiple sign variance requests. The committee also reviewed the minutes from the March 10, 2022, meeting.

• CZC for Faith Family Church at 1664 Norton Rd.
• Sign Variance for Valv-Trol at 1340 Commerce
• Sign Variance for Deangelis Ins. at 5011 Fishcreek
• CZC Extension for 2-family Dwellings (Julianne Yeager)

The Planning Committee unanimously forwarded a conditional zoning certificate for Faith Family Church at 1664 Norton Rd. and a sign variance for Valv-Trol at 1340 Commerce Dr. to the regular Council meeting. A sign variance for Deangelis Insurance at 5011 Fishcreek Rd. was held in committee. The committee also discussed an extension request for expired conditional use certificates for two-family dwellings on Stow Road.

• Forwarded Faith Family Church conditional zoning certificate to Council (3-0)
• Forwarded Valv-Trol sign variance to Council (3-0)
• Held Deangelis Insurance sign variance in committee
• Discussed Julianne Yeager's extension of expired conditional use certificates

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council meeting on May 12, 2022, includes discussions on several legislative items. The agenda features updates to city ordinances regarding animals, council procedures, and contractor registration, alongside specific zoning and variance requests.

• T-282: Faith Family Church CZC at 1664 Norton Rd.
• T-283: Sign Variance for Valv-Trol at 1340 Commerce
• T-284: Sign Variance for Deangelis Ins. at 5011 Fishcreek
• T-288: Ground clearing for Summit Tree & Landscape at 2861 Call Road
• Amendments to Chapter 505 (Animals and Fowl) and Chapter 123 (Council)

Stow City Council unanimously adopted several ordinances, including updating part-time and seasonal pay scales, granting a conditional zoning certificate for a church at 1664 Norton Road, approving sign variances, site plan approval for two-family dwellings on Stow Road, a contract for VAV controllers at the courthouse, and increasing a zoning code review contract to $27,800. Two items remained in committee: T-156 (animal ordinance) and T-240 (council rules).

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-81 updating part-time/seasonal pay scale (5-0)
• Granted conditional zoning certificate to Faith Family Church at 1664 Norton Road (5-0)
• Granted sign variance to Valv-Trol at 1340 Commerce Drive (5-0)
• Granted site plan approval and conditional zoning certificate to Julianne Yeager for two-family dwellings on Stow Road (5-0)
• Authorized contract with K Company for VAV controllers at courthouse (5-0)
• Increased ZoneCo contract to $27,800 for zoning code review (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional zoning certificate for a family home for persons with disabilities and a parking space variance for a business.

• Conditional Zoning Certificate for a proposed Family Home for Persons with Disabilities at 3698 Vira Rd.
• Parking variance request for El Campesino at 4360 Kent Rd. to allow 9’ x 20’ spaces instead of 10’ x 20’

The Stow Planning Commission denied a conditional zoning certificate for a proposed family home for persons with disabilities at 3698 Vira Rd. The applicant sought to house up to five residents plus two live-in caregivers, exceeding the city's four-person limit. After hearing public concerns, the commission voted 3-0 against the request. The commission also recommended approval of a site plan and variance for an outdoor patio at El Campesino on Kent Rd, subject to conditions.

• Denied conditional zoning certificate for family home at 3698 Vira Rd (3-0)
• Recommended approval of site plan and variance for El Campesino outdoor patio at 4360 Kent Rd (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 26, 2022 meeting (3-0)

Building & Zoning Board of Appeals

The Building & Zoning Appeals Board will hold a public meeting to consider three variance requests from property owners seeking exceptions to Stow's zoning rules. The board will vote on each request, with at least three 'yes' votes needed for approval. Approved variances are valid for one year and are non-transferable.

• Case #22-007: Michael Stuart requests variances to build a 40x40 ft. (1,600 sq. ft.) garage at 3813 Gilbert Road, exceeding the 800 sq. ft. limit for accessory structures on a 0.93-acre R-3 parcel.
• Case #22-008: Jeff Jagger requests a 7-ft. variance to extend a garage and add a covered front porch at a Clearbrook Drive property, reducing the front setback from 40 ft. to 33 ft. on R-2 zoned land.
• Case #22-009: Kathleen Saber requests two variances (2 ft. and 3 in.) to place a 12x8 ft. shed at a Silver Springs Drive property, closer to the side lot line and principal building than allowed on R-2 zoned land.

The Stow Building & Zoning Board of Appeals approved two variances for a 1,600 sq. ft. accessory building at 3813 Gilbert Road, allowing an 800 sq. ft. floor area variance and a 1,500 sq. ft. combined floor area variance, both 4-0. The board also approved a 7 ft. front yard setback variance for a garage and porch addition on Clearbrook Drive, 4-0. A variance request for a shed on Silver Springs Drive was tabled until the applicant provides more information about a gas line easement.

• Approved 800 sq. ft. floor area variance for accessory building at 3813 Gilbert Road (4-0)
• Approved 1,500 sq. ft. combined floor area variance for accessory buildings at 3813 Gilbert Road (4-0)
• Approved 7 ft. front yard setback variance for garage/porch addition on Clearbrook Drive (4-0)
• Tabled shed variance request on Silver Springs Drive pending more information on gas line easement (4-0)

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to receive a presentation on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. No other business items or executive sessions are scheduled. The meeting is open to the public with provisions for written comments.

• Presentation of Parks & Recreation Master Plan

The Committee of the Whole received a presentation from PROS Consulting on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, covering concept plans for Silver Springs, Hanson Property, Oregon Trail Park, Adell Durbin, and Stow City Center. No formal decisions were made; the project was noted as a 10-year, multi-million-dollar effort. The meeting was procedural, with no motions or votes taken.

• No motions or votes taken during the meeting
• Presentation on Parks & Recreation Master Plan received

Board of Control

The Board of Control met to approve several service contracts, budget amendments, and maintenance guarantees. The board also discussed a pending moral claim regarding vehicle damage caused by a fallen directional arrow.

• Amended Ordinance 2021-192 to increase Zoning Diagnostic Report expenditure by $6,500.00
• Authorized up to $38,500.00 for ground clearing at 2861 Call Road
• Approved release of a $50,000.00 landscaping maintenance guarantee for 4930 Scarlet Lane
• Authorized up to $4,094.00 for a new mobile sprayer and water tank for Urban Forestry
• Authorized up to $8,900.00 for concrete and asphalt crushing services

The Board of Control approved several expenditures, including $38,500 for ground clearing at 2861 Call Road (with one abstention) and an amended $30,500 contract with ZoneCo for the Zoning Diagnostic Report. It also approved a $50,000 landscaping guarantee release and a $5,000 replacement bond for 4930 Scarlet Lane, plus two walk-in requests for a sprayer and concrete crushing. A moral claim from Hamada Alzoubi for vehicle damage remained tabled pending further review.

• Approved $38,500 ground clearing at 2861 Call Road with Peter W. Senuta dba Summit Tree & Landscape (4-0, Jim McCleary abstained)
• Approved amendment to Ord. 2021-192 increasing ZoneCo expenditure by $6,500 to $30,500 for Zoning Diagnostic Report (unanimous)
• Approved release of $50,000 landscaping maintenance guarantee to Travelers Casualty and acceptance of $5,000 bond for 4930 Scarlet Lane (unanimous)
• Approved $4,094 for combo mobile sprayer & water tank from Advanced Systems Technology Sprayer (unanimous)
• Approved $8,900 for concrete and asphalt crushing from Woodford Excavating LLC (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 27, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled moral claim from Hamada Alzoubi for $5,111.46 pending further information

Civil Service Commission

The regular Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for May 3, 2022 has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Arts Commission

The Stow Arts Commission will review the final report for the Stow Women in Arts Curated Courthouse project and the status of the Public Art Traffic Signal Box project Phase II. The agenda includes updates on the Farmer’s Market representation, the Fun In Stow Community Day, and the Adopt-A-Spot flagpole garden. The commission will also discuss the responsibilities of its members, while the scholarship fund item remains tabled.

• Final report for Stow Women in Arts SC Curated Courthouse project
• Public Art Traffic Signal Box project Phase II: digital art submission due 5/8, final install due 6/17
• Two traffic signal boxes secured $500 level sponsors for Phase II
• Discussion on Arts Commission member responsibilities
• Arts Commission Scholarship fund item is tabled

The Arts Commission approved the April minutes and discussed upcoming events including the Farmers Market, Fun in Stow Community Day, and traffic signal box art. Members agreed to volunteer at the Kids Booth on June 8 and discussed selling prints at a future booth. No formal votes were taken on new business; the scholarship fund remains tabled.

• Approved April 5, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Volunteered at Farmers Market Kids Booth on June 8
• Set artists to deliver own art to Courthouse next year
• Tabled Arts Commission Scholarship fund
• Discussed selling prints at Farmers Market booth (no decision)

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss amendments to city chapters regarding animals and fowl, as well as council procedures. The committee also addressed a liquor license motion for Sunshine Stores, LLC.

• Amendment to Chapter 505 COS regarding Animals and Fowl
• Amendment to Chapter 123 regarding Council
• Liquor License motion for Sunshine Stores, LLC (Save-A-Lot) at 911 Graham Road, Suite 70

The Committee of the Whole approved the minutes from the April 14, 2022 meeting unanimously. An ordinance amending the animal control chapter (T-156) was discussed but remained in committee because Councilman Feldman requested more time for research. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of April 14, 2022 Committee of the Whole meeting (7-0)
• Tabled animal ordinance T-156 (Chapter 505 amendment) for further research

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Finance Committee is meeting to review and potentially approve several business items, including vehicle purchases, a storm water drainage study, and outside legal counsel. The committee will also consider hiring a firefighter and other contracts. This is a working session where items are discussed before possible action by the full council.

• T-275: Trumbull Industries – Pre-Order Materials – Elmwood, Elm & Edgewood
• T-276/277: Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment – Body & Plow for V609 & V611, and Body, Salt & Plow Package
• T-278: Ganley Chevrolet Aurora – (1) 2023 Tahoe / (3) 2022 2500 Chevrolet Double Cabs & (1) Chevrolet 1500HD
• T-280: Burgess & Niple – District 23 Storm Water Drainage Improvement Study
• Motions: Hire Firefighter, Brightly Software annual maintenance, Jilek Roofing materials/installation for Adell Durbin

The Finance Committee unanimously forwarded seven ordinances to the regular Council meeting, authorizing over $800,000 in expenditures for waterline materials, vehicle purchases, a drainage study, and outside legal counsel. The committee also approved hiring one firefighter, renewing software maintenance, and a roof replacement. All votes were unanimous.

• Forwarded $312,904.24 waterline materials purchase from Trumbull Industries (5-0)
• Forwarded $38,131.50 body and plow purchase from Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment (5-0)
• Forwarded $26,085.00 body, salt, and plow package from Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment (5-0)
• Forwarded $234,275.00 purchase of five vehicles from Ganley Chevrolet (5-0)
• Forwarded $50,790.50 purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet 3500HD from Sarchione Chevrolet (5-0)
• Forwarded $35,000.00 storm water drainage study contract with Burgess & Niple (5-0)
• Forwarded $100,000.00 outside legal counsel contract with Kastner, Westman & Wilkins (5-0)
• Approved hiring one firefighter (5-0)

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The provided document contains only the agenda list without specific items or discussion topics. No substantive information regarding decisions, proposals, or ordinances was included in the source.

Stow City Council unanimously approved several ordinances authorizing expenditures for waterline materials, vehicle body and plow packages, new trucks, and a storm water drainage study. They also approved hiring a firefighter and tabled an ordinance updating part-time and seasonal pay scales.

• Approved hiring a Firefighter (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 2022-XX (T-256) updating part-time/seasonal pay (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-74 for pre-order waterline materials from Trumbull Industries (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-75 for two body and plow packages from Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-76 for a body, salt, and plow package for a new 2022 Chevrolet 3500 HD (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-77 for purchase of multiple vehicles from Ganley Chevrolet (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-78 for a 2022 Chevrolet 3500HD cab and chassis from Sarchione Chevrolet (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-79 for a storm water drainage study with Burgess & Niple (unanimous)

City Council - Public Improvements Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Public Improvements Committee will meet to approve minutes from February 2022 meetings and view a presentation regarding the Bike & Hike Trail. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Bike & Hike Trail Presentation by Bill Sepe
• Approval of February 10, 2022, committee minutes
• Approval of February 24, 2022, committee minutes

The Public Improvements Committee approved minutes from its February 10 and February 24, 2022 meetings, both unanimously. The committee also received a presentation from Bill Sepe of TASC Force on the proposed Veteran's Bike and Hike trail, noting progress in land acquisition efforts with two conservancies and plans to approach private property owners in Stow.

• Approved minutes of February 10, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved several expenditures for legal services, courthouse equipment, and park lighting. The Board also tabled a vehicle damage claim pending insurance evaluation and approved a mailbox reimbursement.

• Approved up to $100,000.00 to retain Kastner, Westman & Wilkins LLC for legal counsel
• Approved up to $24,218.00 to K Company Inc. for courthouse VAV controllers and software
• Approved up to $17,382.20 to Mars Electric for SKiP Playground and overflow parking lighting
• Released $1,812.00 landscaping maintenance guarantee to Curtin Layer Design for 47 753 Allen Road
• Approved mailbox reimbursement for Mr. Crawford up to the standard amount per Ordinance 2009-145

The Board of Control unanimously approved several expenditures, including up to $100,000 for outside legal counsel, $24,218 for courthouse HVAC controllers, and $17,382.20 for playground lighting. A moral claim for vehicle damage was tabled pending insurance review, while a mailbox damage claim was approved at the maximum ordinance amount.

• Approved up to $100,000 for Kastner, Westman & Wilkins LLC as outside legal counsel (unanimous)
• Approved $24,218 with K Company Inc. for VAV controllers and software upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved $17,382.20 with Mars Electric for SKiP Playground lighting (unanimous)
• Approved release of $1,812 landscaping guarantee for 4753 Allen Road (unanimous)
• Approved April 20, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled $5,111.46 moral claim for vehicle damage pending insurance review
• Approved mailbox damage claim at maximum per Ord. 2009-145 (unanimous)

Commission on Inclusion

The Commission will swear in new member Elizabeth Kinsella and review minutes from the March 23, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes updates regarding the 'See the Able not the Label' initiative and the 4th of July Parade.

• Swearing in of new member Elizabeth Kinsella
• Review and approval of March 23, 2022 meeting minutes
• Update on See the Able not the Label
• Report from the Stow Munroe Falls Public Library
• Update on 4th of July Parade

The Commission on Inclusion met and swore in Elizabeth Kinsella as a new member. They approved the minutes from the March 23, 2022 meeting. The commission discussed upcoming summer events and agreed to participate in the Adopt a Spot program on May 28, 2022.

• Swore in Elizabeth Kinsella to the Commission
• Approved minutes of March 23, 2022 meeting (voice vote, motion by Streharsky, second by Wind)
• Commission to participate in Adopt a Spot on May 28, 2022 at Stow City Hall main entrance

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several land use items including a conditional zoning certificate for a place of worship and two sign variances. Additionally, the commission will review a request to extend a previously approved conditional use certificate for two 2-family dwellings.

• Conditional Zoning Certificate for Faith Family Church at 1664 Norton Rd.
• Sign variance for Valve-Trol LLC at 1340 Commerce Dr. to allow a 98 square foot sign
• Sign variance for DeAngelis Insurance at 5011 Fishcreek Rd. regarding sign placement
• Extension of conditional use certificate for two 2-family dwellings on parcels 56-19003 and 56-06431

The Stow Planning Commission approved a conditional zoning certificate for Faith Family Church at 1664 Norton Rd, a sign variance for Valve-Trol LLC at 1340 Commerce Dr with a condition of permanent vegetation, and a conditional zoning certificate extension for Julianne Yeager for two 2-family dwellings. A sign variance for DeAngelis Insurance at 5011 Fishcreek Rd was denied due to a 2-2 vote.

• Approved conditional zoning certificate for Faith Family Church at 1664 Norton Rd (4-0)
• Approved sign variance for Valve-Trol LLC at 1340 Commerce Dr with condition of permanent vegetation (4-0)
• Denied sign variance for DeAngelis Insurance at 5011 Fishcreek Rd (2-2)
• Approved conditional zoning certificate extension for Julianne Yeager (4-0)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved multiple expenditures, including vehicle purchases, a roof replacement, and design services. All items passed unanimously with no discussion. The meeting also approved minutes from prior meetings.

• $234,275 for five vehicles from Ganley Chevrolet for Building Maintenance, Water, and Building Inspection
• $50,790.50 for a 2022 Chevrolet 3500 HD Cab & Chassis from Sarchione Chevrolet
• $18,600 for a new roof at Adell Durbin from Jilek Roofing Inc
• $35,000 for design services from Burgess & Niple
• $26,085 for a body, salt and plow package from Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss amendments to the city's animal and fowl ordinance, changes to council rules, and appointments to city commissions. The meeting also includes a presentation from Stow-Munroe Falls High School students and an executive session on employee compensation.

• T-156: Amend Chapter 505 'Animals and Fowl' (Version 2)
• T-240: Amend Chapter 123 'Council'
• Appoint Elizabeth Kinsella to Commission of Inclusion
• Appoint Lynn Clancy to Planning Commission
• Approve Council Rules

The Committee of the Whole unanimously approved appointments of Elizabeth Kinsella to the Commission of Inclusion and Lynn Clancy to the Planning Commission. The council tabled an ordinance amending animal control rules and held a resolution amending Chapter 123 for further review. An executive session was held to discuss compensation of a public employee.

• Appointed Elizabeth Kinsella to Commission of Inclusion (unanimous)
• Appointed Lynn Clancy to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Tabled T-159, ordinance amending animal control sections 505.01(c) and (d)
• Held T-240, resolution amending Chapter 123, for further review
• Approved minutes of March 24, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session to discuss compensation of a public employee (unanimous)

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Finance Committee is reviewing several business items including equipment purchases for the Fire Department and public works. The agenda also includes discussions on lighting for SKiP Playground and body camera replacement plans.

• Stream erosion repair at 3966 Leewood
• Purchase of a 2022 Ford F350 Crew Cab for the Fire Dept. from Paul Hrnchar Ford Mercury
• New light poles and lights for SKiP Playground by MARS Electric Company
• Carpet installation for City Hall & Safety Building by Shaw Industries
• Renewal of 5-year Intergovernmental Agreement with Summit County, Akron, Barberton, Cuyahoga Falls and Tallmadge

The Finance Committee unanimously forwarded eight spending ordinances to the regular Council meeting, covering storm sewer repairs, a fire department truck, playground lights, carpet, a moral claim settlement, a software agreement, body cameras, and a dump body/plow. It also approved the promotion of Jamie Twigg to Accounting & Records Supervisor and authorized hiring a new Payroll Specialist. All votes were unanimous.

• Forwarded T-266 adding 3966 Leewood stream erosion repair ($50,000) to storm sewer projects (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-267 purchase of 2022 Ford F350 for Fire Dept ($55,210) without bids (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-268 purchase of 17 light poles for SKIP playground ($39,100.74) without bids (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-269 carpet purchase for City Hall & Safety Building ($43,819.55) (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-270 moral claim settlement to James Schmidt for vehicle damage (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-271 renewal of 5-year intergovernmental agreement for MATRIX case management (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-272 Motorola body camera replacement plan with grant ($206,660 expenditure) (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-273 Henderson dump body & plow package ($146,943.30) (unanimous)

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council meeting includes discussions on various legislative items, including amendments to city ordinances and equipment procurement. The agenda also covers intergovernmental agreements and maintenance projects for city facilities.

• T-266: 3966 Leewood Stream Erosion Repair
• T-267: Purchase of a 2022 Ford F350 Crew Cab for the Fire Department
• T-268: New light poles and lights for SKiP Playground from MARS Electric Company
• T-269: Carpet installation for City Hall & Safety Building by Shaw Industries
• T-271: Renewal of 5-year Intergovernmental Agreement with Summit County, Akron, Barberton, Cuyahoga Falls and Tallmadge

Parks & Recreation Board

The Stow Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, swear in a new member, and receive updates on park improvements, the City Center project, the Parks Master Plan, Fox Den Golf Course rates, and programs. They will also discuss new business including memorials at Wetmore and Adell Durbin Parks. The meeting is largely routine with reports and updates.

• Fox Den Golf Course rates update
• Memorial at Wetmore Park
• Memorial at Adell Durbin Park
• Parks Master Plan update
• City Center Project update

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved several expenditures, including a $146,943.30 truck body and plow, $312,904.24 in waterline project materials, and a $231,133.10 storm sewer lining bid. All items passed unanimously with no discussion, except one clarification on the sewer lining project's encumbrance. The meeting was brief and procedural.

• $146,943.30 to Henderson Products for dump body and plow for Street Department
• $312,904.24 to Trumbull Industries for 2022 waterline project materials
• $231,133.10 to Insituform Technologies for Miscellaneous Storm Sewer Lining project
• $38,131.50 to Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment for bodies and plows for V609 and V611
• $16,280.65 to Brightly Software for annual work order program maintenance

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request from Kevin Casey to operate a place of worship at 1664 Norton Road, Units 16-17. The applicant seeks a Conditional Zoning Certificate to use approximately 11,860 square feet of the existing office space for this purpose.

• Conditional Zoning Certificate request for Faith Family Church at 1664 Norton Road, Units 16-17

The Stow Planning Commission met on April 12, 2022, and approved minutes from three prior meetings. The only agenda item was postponed by the applicant due to a contract issue, so no substantive decisions were made. The commission discussed a potential new member, Ms. Clancy, and plans to elect officers at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of Dec 21, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 11, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 8, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Postponed agenda item to next meeting (applicant request)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission met to discuss new business regarding on-line testing protocols. No other substantive items were listed for decision or discussion on this agenda.

• Discussion of On-line Testing Protocols

The commission decided to equally weight scoring parameters for the online NTN exam for Police Officer and Firefighter, with 25% each for four police parameters and 20% each for five firefighter parameters. Access to test scores was limited to the Civil Service Clerk, and application access was granted to the Fire Chief, Police Chief, Police Captain, and Civil Service Clerk, with broader staff access after the eligibility list is certified.

• Set equal scoring weights for NTN exam: Police Officer 25% per parameter (4), Firefighter 20% per parameter (5)
• Limited NTN test score access to Civil Service Clerk
• Granted application access to Fire Chief, Police Chief, Police Captain, and Civil Service Clerk
• Allowed other department staff access to applications after eligibility list certification

Urban Forestry Commission

The commission will review unfinished business regarding Tree Fest 2022 and its 60 Year Anniversary Celebration. The meeting also includes updates on Tree City USA Awards and upcoming news articles.

• Tree Fest 2022 – Pack Bags
• Commission’s 60 Year Anniversary Celebration
• Tree City USA Awards – June 8, 2022
• Report on Grant

The Urban Forestry Commission decided to pursue a booth at Summer Sunset Blast to celebrate its 60th anniversary, with staff to contact event organizers and a printer. They also decided to participate in the Community Day event and Summer Sunset Blast instead of Neighborhood Pop-Ups. The minutes from March 14, 2022, were approved.

• Approved March 14, 2022 minutes (motion passed)
• Decided to pursue booth at Summer Sunset Blast for 60th anniversary
• Decided to participate in Community Day and Summer Sunset Blast instead of Neighborhood Pop-Ups

Building & Zoning Board of Appeals

The Building & Zoning Board of Appeals will review several requests for variances regarding accessory building sizes, setbacks, and heights. The board will also nominate and approve a Chairman and Co-Chairman.

• Case #22-001: Request to build a 2,400 sq. ft. garage at 1705 Arndale Road
• Case #22-002: Request for a 600 sq. ft. garage addition at 4198 Ellsworth Road
• Case #22-003: Request to resolve existing garage construction issues at 4319 Lorwood Drive
• Case #22-005: Request to build a deck higher than 30 inches at 1280 Housley Rd
• Case #22-006: Request for a 312 sq. ft. garage addition at 4235 Maplepark Rd

The Stow Building & Zoning Board of Appeals approved all requested variances for three accessory building projects and one deck, each by 4-0 votes. The largest approval allowed a 2,400 sq ft garage at 1705 Arndale Road, conditioned on razing the existing 20x24 ft garage within 90 days of the new building's Certificate of Occupancy. The board also approved variances for a garage addition at 4198 Ellsworth Road, a garage at 4319 Lorwood Drive, a deck at 1280 Housley Rd, and a garage addition at 4235 Maplepark Rd. The board retained Edward Franks as Chairman and Randall Roberts as Vice Chairman for 2022.

• Approved 2,400 sq ft accessory building at 1705 Arndale Rd with condition to raze existing garage within 90 days of CO (4-0)
• Approved height variance (2 ft 4 in) for accessory building at 1705 Arndale Rd (4-0)
• Approved side setback variance (10 ft) for accessory building at 1705 Arndale Rd (4-0)
• Approved 600 sq ft garage addition at 4198 Ellsworth Rd with 4 variances (4-0 each)
• Approved 3 variances for existing garage at 4319 Lorwood Dr (4-0 each)
• Approved rear yard setback variance (9 ft 10 in) for deck at 1280 Housley Rd (4-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance (11 ft 11 in) for garage addition at 4235 Maplepark Rd (4-0)
• Retained Edward Franks as Chairman and Randall Roberts as Vice Chairman for 2022 (4-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved a five-year body camera replacement plan with Motorola Solutions for up to $206,660.00. The board also authorized a five-year renewal of the Matrix Pointe Software case management system.

• Body camera replacement plan expenditure not to exceed $206,660.00 with Motorola Solutions
• Acceptance of a $53,005.00 grant from Ohio Department of Public Safety for body cameras
• Five-year renewal of Matrix Pointe Software case management system
• Utility Fee Assistance Program participation for Steven Echavarria of 4885 Fishcreek Road
• Asphalt road program expenditure of $174,703.99 with Perrin Asphalt Co Inc

The Board of Control approved a $206,660 expenditure with Motorola Solutions for a five-year body camera replacement plan, accepting a $53,005 state grant. It also approved a utility fee assistance participant, renewed the Matrix Pointe software system, and approved multiple purchase orders and contracts as listed in the minutes.

• Approved $206,660 body camera replacement plan with Motorola Solutions (unanimous)
• Accepted $53,005 grant from Ohio Dept. of Public Safety for body cameras (unanimous)
• Approved Steven Echavarria for Utility Fee Assistance Program (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year renewal of Matrix Pointe case management software (unanimous)
• Approved $174,703.99 asphalt road program contract with Perrin Asphalt (unanimous)
• Approved $41,332 Motorola body camera project purchase order (unanimous)
• Approved $14,000 ecological consult with Davey Tree Expert Company (unanimous)
• Approved $36.30 reimbursement to John Popiel for mailbox damage (unanimous)

Arts Commission

The Commission discussed updates on the Phase II traffic signal box project and the Curated Courthouse exhibit. Members voted to launch a social media promotion offering a free art print to encourage sponsorship sales.

• Approved social media promotion to giveaway an art print for sponsorship sales
• Two $500 sponsorships received for traffic signal box project
• Phase II traffic box installation deadline set for June 17
• Formation of a sub-committee to organize mural painting on the Community Wall
• Confirmed participation in Adopt-A-Spot program at City Hall garden

The Stow Arts Commission approved a social media promotion to give away a print in exchange for shares to increase sponsorship sales for the Public Art Traffic Signal Box program. The commission also discussed plans for the Community Wall mural, Adopt-A-Spot, and upcoming events, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved social media promotion to give away a print for sponsorship awareness (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 1 and March 15, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Formed sub-committee for Community Wall mural painting (Leila, Kimmy, Anne)
• Commission to participate in Adopt-A-Spot at City Hall round garden
• Discussed but tabled Team Up to Clean Up participation

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved several expenditures, including a $228,466.70 bid for the Lakeview/Highland Detention Pond project, a $55,210.00 Ford F350 for the Fire Department, and $43,819.55 for replacement carpet at City Hall and the Safety Building. The board also amended an ordinance to add the Leewood Stream Erosion project (estimated $50,000) to the Miscellaneous Storm Sewer Projects. All items passed unanimously.

• Approved $228,466.70 bid to Everlast Landscape Group for Lakeview/Highland Detention Pond
• Approved $55,210.00 for 2022 Ford F350 for Fire Department from Paul Hrnchar Ford Mercury
• Approved $43,819.55 for replacement carpet at City Hall and Safety Building from Shaw Industries
• Amended Ord. 2022-36 to add Leewood Stream Erosion project, estimated $50,000
• Approved $39,100.74 for new light poles and lights at SKIP playground from Mars Electric

The Board of Control unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including the award of the Lakeview/Highland Detention Pond project to Everlast Landscape Group, LLC for $228,466.70. They also approved a $43,819.55 carpet replacement for City Hall and the Safety Building, a $55,210.00 Ford F350 for the Fire Department, and $39,100.74 for SKIP playground lighting. An amendment to Ordinance 2022-36 was approved to add the Leewood Stream Erosion project with an estimated cost of $50,000.

• Approved $228,466.70 Lakeview/Highland Detention Pond bid to Everlast Landscape Group, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $43,819.55 carpet replacement for City Hall and Safety Building (unanimous)
• Approved $55,210.00 for 2022 Ford F350 for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved $39,100.74 for SKIP playground lighting from Mars Electric (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Ord. 2022-36 to add Leewood Stream Erosion project, $50,000 (unanimous)
• Approved overrun adjustments report of $107.66 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 23, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several legislative items, including an amendment to the city's animal and fowl regulations, changes to the council's own rules, and updates to the codified ordinances. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss compensation of a public employee. No final votes are expected at this committee meeting, as it is a discussion forum that follows the Finance Committee meeting.

• T-156: Amend Chapter 505 (Animals and Fowl), Version 2
• T-240: Amend Chapter 123 (Council), dated 2/10/22-2/24/22
• T-262: Current replacement pages to the Codified Ordinances
• Executive session on compensation of a public employee (Ohio law §121.22(G)(1))

The Committee of the Whole forwarded several items to the full Council meeting, including an ordinance approving replacement pages to the Stow Codified Ordinances, and ordinances confirming appointments of Chateram Singh as Project Manager and Zack Cowan as Deputy Director of Planning. The animal ordinance (T-156) was held for further consideration, and a resolution amending Chapter 123 (T-240) remained in committee. The council also recessed into executive session to discuss compensation of a public employee.

• Approved minutes of March 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add appointment of Patrick Crawford to Parks and Recreation Board (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-262 (replacement pages to Codified Ordinances) to Council meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-263 (appointment of Chateram Singh as Project Manager) to Council meeting (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-264 (appointment of Zack Cowan as Deputy Director of Planning) to Council meeting (unanimous)
• Held T-156 (animal ordinance) for further consideration
• Kept T-240 (resolution amending Chapter 123) in Committee of the Whole
• Recessed into executive session to discuss compensation of a public employee (unanimous)

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Finance Committee will review several business items including stormwater improvements, equipment purchases, and note renewals. The committee will also consider motions regarding department policy upgrades and several staff hiring requests.

• Storm Water Improvement for Englewood Road (Village of Silver Lake)
• Purchase of three 22’ Tilt Deck Equipment Trailers from Kaufman Trailers of NC Inc.
• Renewal Note for the Courthouse Project
• Land Acquisition Note renewal for Fox Den at 2861 Call Road
• Motions to hire a Deputy Engineer, Police Officer, and Accounting and Records Supervisor

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

This agenda lists three agenda documents for the Stow City Council meeting on March 24, 2022, but provides no details on specific items to be discussed or decided. The content is purely procedural, with no substantive topics, votes, or proposals included.

• No specific items listed in the provided agenda text

Stow City Council unanimously approved several personnel appointments, including a new Project Manager, Deputy Director of Planning, and a Deputy Engineer. Council also approved a zoning reclassification for property on Call Road, a storm water agreement with Silver Lake, and the purchase of software and equipment. Additionally, Council authorized the issuance of $500,000 in notes for a new municipal court facility and $1.6 million in notes for land acquisition for a golf course driving range.

• Approved appointment of Chateram Singh as Project Manager (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Zack Cowan as Deputy Director of Planning (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Deputy Engineer, Police Officer, and Accounting/Records Supervisor (unanimous)
• Approved zoning reclassification of 2300 Call Road from C-2 to C-3 (unanimous)
• Approved storm water improvement agreement with Silver Lake (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 in notes for new municipal court facility (unanimous)
• Approved $1.6 million in notes for land acquisition for Fox Den Golf Course driving range (unanimous)
• Approved CRA tax incentive agreement with Seasons Business Center Six, LLC (unanimous)

Public Hearings before October 2022

Stow City Council will hold a public hearing on March 24, 2022, to discuss Ordinance No. 2022-43, which would rezone property at 2300 Call Road (Parcel No. 56-19699) from C-2 Limited Retail District to C-3 Community Retail District. The hearing is part of the ordinance's legislative process, following its first and second readings. Public comments must be submitted in writing to the Clerk of Council by 3 P.M. on the day of the meeting.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2022-43 to rezone 2300 Call Road from C-2 to C-3
• Property located on Fishcreek Road, 750 feet from Stow Road intersection
• Parcel No. 56-19699 affected by the zoning change
• Meeting at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, Stow City Hall, 3760 Darrow Road

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including two major contracts: a $193,236 ten-year agreement with Utility Service Company for a Trihalomethane Removal System at the City Center Water Tower, and a $79,450 software purchase from OpenGov for permitting and zoning enforcement. The board also approved a water fee assistance participant, a landscape performance bond, and numerous smaller purchase orders for city departments.

• $193,236 contract with Utility Service Company for Trihalomethane Removal System (10-year)
• $79,450 software purchase from OpenGov for permitting/plan review/zoning enforcement
• Approved Christine Deltour of 4780 Sunnyside Drive for water/storm fee assistance program
• Accepted $55,555 landscape performance bond from Fogg Builders at 4847 Gray Lane
• Approved $12,000 police ammunition restock from Kiesler Police Supply

The Board of Control unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including a $193,236 contract with Utility Service Company for a 10-year Trihalomethane Removal System at the City Center Water Tower and a $79,450 software purchase from OpenGov for permitting and zoning enforcement. The board also approved a fee assistance program participant, a performance bond, and multiple purchase orders for various departments. All motions passed without discussion.

• Approved $193,236 contract with Utility Service Company for 10-year Trihalomethane Removal System (unanimous)
• Approved $79,450 expenditure with OpenGov for permitting/plan review/zoning software (unanimous)
• Approved Christine Deltour for 2022 water/storm water fee assistance program (unanimous)
• Approved $55,555 performance bond for landscape guarantee at 4847 Gray Lane (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 9 and March 16, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved multiple purchase orders including $12,000 police ammunition, $10,000 sod, and $3,400 HVAC repairs (unanimous)

Commission on Inclusion

The Commission on Inclusion will review and approve minutes from its February 23, 2022 meeting. It will hear updates from the Stow Munroe Falls Public Library director and from a principal about a program called 'See the able not the label.' The next meeting is scheduled for April 27, 2022.

• Review and approve minutes from February 23, 2022 meeting
• Update from Stow Munroe Falls Public Library Director Gail Koritansky
• Update on 'See the able not the label' from Heather Hawk Frank, Principal

The Stow Commission on Inclusion approved the February 23, 2022 minutes and discussed upcoming events. They tentatively decided to participate in the Team up to Clean Up program on August 27, with a final decision at the next meeting. They also planned participation in the Adopt-a-Spot on May 28 and the Community Day Picnic on June 25. No formal votes were taken on these event plans.

• Approved February 23, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Tentatively decided to participate in Team up to Clean Up on August 27 (final decision next meeting)
• Planned to participate in Adopt-a-Spot on May 28, 2022
• Planned to participate in Community Day Picnic on June 25, 2022

Civil Service Commission

The Stow Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to address two items: protests regarding the Fire Captain question and review of proposals for the Firefighter Entry-Level Examination. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; these items are listed as new business for discussion.

• Fire Captain Question Protests
• Review Proposals – Firefighter Entry-Level Examination

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for March 22, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 12, 2022.

Board of Control

The Board of Control reviewed various expenditures, including a purchase of three trailers for the Water, Street, and Park Maintenance departments. The board also approved road salt contracts and several maintenance-related purchase orders.

• Purchase of three 22-foot tilt deck equipment trailers from Kaufman Trailers of NC Inc. not to exceed $25,842.00
• Approval of Cargill Inc. road salt contract totaling $236,680.00
• Acceptance of a $5,900.00 maintenance bond for Summa Medical Center at 3825 Fishcreek Road
• Reimbursement of $1,879.60 to City employee James Schmidt for vehicle damage caused by a city truck
• Approval of Mars Electric Company Inc. LED light upgrades totaling $7,096.47

The Board of Control unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including a $25,842 expenditure for three tilt deck trailers, a $236,680 road salt purchase, and a $1,879.60 moral claim for an employee's vehicle damage. All motions passed without discussion.

• Approved $25,842 for three 22-foot tilt deck trailers from Kaufman Trailers of NC Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $236,680 for road salt from Cargill Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $1,879.60 moral claim for employee James Schmidt's vehicle damage (unanimous)
• Approved $390.71 overrun report (unanimous)
• Approved awarding purchase of materials to lowest responsive bidders (unanimous)
• Approved $5,900 landscape maintenance bond for Summa Medical Center (unanimous)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving February minutes and discussing unfinished items like Tree Fest 2022, a City Council presentation, and the commission's 60-year anniversary celebration. They will also plan news articles on free mulch days, Tree Fest, a grant report, and re-mulching.

• Tree Fest 2022 – pack bags at April meeting
• City Council presentation review
• Commission's 60 Year Anniversary Celebration
• March – Free Mulch Days
• April – Tree Fest

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Committee-of-the-Whole will meet on March 10, 2022, to discuss amending Chapter 123 of the city code regarding Council, and to consider a motion on Ohio Public Records and Open Meetings Law education for 2022-2023. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the February 24, 2022 meeting. No executive session is scheduled.

• T-240: Amend Chapter 123 'Council'
• Motion: Ohio Public Records and Open Meetings Law Education - 2022-2023
• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2022

City Council - Planning Committee before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Planning Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive a 15-minute presentation on the Stow Connectivity Plan update. The Planning Director will also give a report. Public comments must be submitted in writing to the Clerk of Council by 3 P.M. the day of the meeting.

• Presentation: Stow Connectivity Plan Update (15 mins)
• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2022 Planning Committee meeting
• Planning Director's Report
• Remonstrance period

The Planning Committee received a presentation on the draft Stow Connectivity Plan from City Architecture, which outlined a proposed Loop Network and prioritized improvements. No formal decisions were made on the plan; the committee only approved the minutes of the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 24, 2022 Planning Committee meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 10, 2022, with a legislative agenda that includes a rezoning request, a storm water improvement project, and several contract approvals. The council will also hear committee reports, public comments, and consider minutes from previous meetings.

• Rezoning (T-229) Hope Homes/Jeff Barber: C-2 Limited Retail to C-3 Community Retail
• Storm water improvement (T-236) Village of Silver Lake on Englewood Road
• Contract (T-252) Henderson Products for plow blades for Street Department
• Contract (T-253) Thrasher Inc. for design alternatives at 2425 Silver Springs Drive
• Contract (T-255) 12C Technologies for card access, camera, and software upgrades

Stow City Council unanimously approved two emergency ordinances: one authorizing a no-bid contract with Henderson Products for snow plow blades, guards, accessories, and emergency repair services for the Street Department, and another authorizing a professional services agreement with The Thrasher Group for alternative design services for a storm extension at 2425 Silver Spring Drive. The council also approved minutes from the February 24, 2022 regular meeting and public hearing. A zoning reclassification ordinance (2022-43) had its second reading, and two other items (storm water agreement with Silver Lake, and a resolution amending Chapter 123) remained in committee for further discussion.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-51 for snow plow blades and repair services with Henderson Products (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-52 for storm extension design services with The Thrasher Group (6-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 24 regular meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 24 public hearing (6-0)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-43 for zoning reclassification at 2300 Call Road
• T-236 (storm water agreement with Silver Lake) remained in Finance Committee
• T-240 (resolution amending Chapter 123) remained in Committee of the Whole

City Council - Roads and Safety Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Roads & Safety Committee met and approved minutes from two prior meetings. The sole substantive item was a discussion of public safety non-police emergency response, with no formal decision or action taken.

• Approved minutes of February 10, 2022 Roads & Safety Committee meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2022 Roads & Safety Committee meeting (3-0)

Board of Control

The Board of Control met to approve several large-scale infrastructure expenditures, including a significant sidewalks project and materials for the 2022 road program. The board also authorized various smaller departmental purchases for police, fire, and public service.

• Awarded Spano Brothers Construction Co. $530,330.90 for the Sidewalks Project
• Approved Perrin Asphalt Co. for asphaltic materials up to $2,643,355.00
• Approved Perrin Asphalt Co. for concrete up to $1,092,237.50
• Approved J.D. Striping & Services, Inc. for roadway striping up to $111,845.15
• Authorized Lexipol LLC for a $15,258.82 policy and procedure manual upgrade

The Board of Control unanimously approved a $530,330.90 sidewalk project with Spano Brothers Construction, combining the 2021 and 2022 programs. They also approved $3.7 million in road materials (asphalt, concrete, striping) and a $15,258.82 policy manual upgrade with Lexipol. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $530,330.90 sidewalk project with Spano Brothers Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $2,643,355.00 asphaltic materials with Perrin Asphalt Co. (unanimous)
• Approved $1,092,237.50 concrete with Perrin Asphalt Co. (unanimous)
• Approved $111,845.15 roadway striping with J.D. Striping & Services (unanimous)
• Approved $15,258.82 policy manual upgrade with Lexipol LLC (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 2, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for March 8, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 22, 2022.

Board of Control

The Board of Control met to review expenditures for city services, including software upgrades, infrastructure design, and vehicle replacements. The Board also reviewed a moral claim regarding a pothole-related tire damage, which was ultimately denied.

• Approved $46,044.30 for a 2022 Ford F150 SuperCrew 4WD to replace a totaled vehicle
• Approved $51,224.35 with I2C Technologies Ltd. for card access, camera, and software upgrades
• Approved $50,555.00 with Granicus for GovService Essentials and Peak Agenda Management software
• Approved $35,160.00 with Thras Century Inc. for design alternatives at 2425 Silver Springs Drive
• Denied a $220.48 moral claim for a flat tire caused by a pothole on an access road

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved several expenditures, including $46,044.30 for a new Ford F150 to replace a totaled vehicle, $35,160.00 for design work on Silver Springs Drive, and $51,224.35 for security upgrades. The board denied a $220.48 moral claim from a resident for a flat tire caused by a pothole, voting 0-5. All other items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $16,080.00 for Ramsey & Associates written exams and assessment centers (unanimous)
• Approved $46,044.30 for 2022 Ford F150 to replace totaled Vehicle #604 (unanimous)
• Approved $35,160.00 for Thrasher Inc. design alternatives for 2425 Silver Springs Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $50,555.00 for Granicus software packages (unanimous)
• Approved $51,224.35 for I2C Technologies card access, camera, and software upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved release of $1,714.00 landscaping guarantee to Marhofer Chevrolet (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 23, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Denied $220.48 moral claim from Donna Fay for pothole damage (0-5)

Civil Service Commission

The Stow Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several personnel matters. They will review requests for proposals for the police officer entry-level exam, discuss the firefighter entry-level exam, and consider procedures for when a subsequent test is taken. The commission will also discuss amending Civil Service Rule IV,3, which currently allows admittance to examinations to be limited to one sex.

• Review of RFP's for Police Officer Entry-Level Examination
• Discussion of Firefighter Entry-Level Examination
• Discussion on procedure when a subsequent test is taken
• Proposed amendment to Civil Service Rule IV,3 (Admittance to Examinations May Be Limited to One Sex)

The Civil Service Commission approved using the National Testing Network for police officer entry-level exams, replacing the previous testing method. They also approved scheduling a new firefighter exam with specific rules for combining eligibility lists, and removed a rule limiting exam admittance to one sex.

• Approved use of National Testing Network for police officer entry-level exams (3-0)
• Approved scheduling subsequent firefighter exam with rules for combining eligible lists (3-0)
• Struck Civil Service Rule IV,3 limiting exam admittance to one sex (3-0)

Records Commission

The Stow Records Commission will meet to approve minutes from September 9, 2021, and consider adding two items to the records retention schedule: security camera video recordings and proximity reader card access records. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at 8:30 am in the Mayor's Conference Room.

• Approve minutes from 09/09/2021
• Add security camera video recordings to retention schedule
• Add proximity reader card access records to retention schedule

Arts Commission

The commission is reviewing updates on the Public Art Traffic Signal Box project, including Phase II printing approvals and sponsorship press releases. Members are also discussing potential changes to how the Arts Commission Scholarship fund is handled by the SMF Community Foundation.

• Update on Phase I print sales for Public Art Traffic Signal Box project
• Approval of printing and Up Front Art purchase orders for Phase II of Traffic Signal Box project
• Review of Law Department's artist release forms for Phase II
• Discussion regarding SMF Community Foundation handling the Arts Commission Scholarship fund
• Update on Stow Women in Arts Curated Courthouse project

The Stow Arts Commission approved forming a sub-committee to research and apply for grants, which could fund artist compensation and event supplies. They also unanimously passed a motion requiring that the Traffic Signal Box Phase II selection committee exclude participating artists and their family members. The commission discussed but did not decide on a possible app-based tour and print sales at concerts.

• Approved forming grant research/writing sub-committee (unanimous)
• Approved selection committee rule: no participating artists or family members (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for Feb 1, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved revised Jan 4, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to discuss amending Chapter 123 of the city charter regarding Council, consider a motion to fill a Senior Citizen Commission vacancy, and review a liquor license application for Lucas Pizza at 3767 Darrow Road. The meeting will also include an executive session for pending or imminent court action.

• T-240: Amend Chapter 123 'Council'
• Motion: Audrey Kraynak – Senior Citizen Commission Vacancy (term to 1/2/2023)
• Liquor License – Lucas Pizza – 3767 Darrow Road
• Executive session: Pending or Imminent Court Action

The Committee of the Whole approved Audrey Kraynak to the Senior Citizen Commission and a liquor license for Lucas Pizza at 3767 Darrow Road. It also voted to forward a resolution accepting a settlement with opioid distributor/pharmacy chain Giant Eagle to the regular Council meeting. The meeting included an executive session on pending court action.

• Approved Audrey Kraynak to Senior Citizen Commission vacancy (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Lucas Pizza, 3767 Darrow Road (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-250, resolution to accept opioid settlement with Giant Eagle, to regular Council meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several financial items, including amendments to the Board of Control code regarding expenditures and bidding, purchases of equipment for the Water Department and other city vehicles, a storm water improvement project with Silver Lake, a special assessment, employee health benefits, and a website/notification system contract. The meeting follows a public hearing and includes a remonstrance period.

• T-135: Amend Code 173 – Board of Control – Authorization of Expenditures; Bids Required and State Bidding Purchase
• T-218: Southeastern Equipment – 20 ton Equipment Trailer – Water Dept.
• T-236: Village of Silver Lake – Storm Water Improvement – Englewood Road
• T-245: Taylor Oswald – Employee Health Benefits
• T-246: Cleveland Freightliner – 2022 Cab & Chassis

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to forward five ordinances to the regular Council meeting, including contracts for health benefits consulting, website redesign and emergency communications, a street department truck, a police department truck, and special assessments for razed buildings. Two ordinances (T-135 and T-218) were withdrawn from committee. One ordinance (T-236) regarding storm water improvements with Silver Lake remained in committee for further discussion.

• Forwarded T-243 special assessments for razed buildings at 2290 Wickley ($29,800) and 3636 Sanford ($11,140) (4-0)
• Forwarded T-244 contract with Taylor Oswald for health benefits services (4-0)
• Forwarded T-245 contract with CivicPlus for website and emergency communications (4-0)
• Forwarded T-246 purchase of 2022 Freightliner M2 106 for Street Department (4-0)
• Forwarded T-251 purchase of 2022 Ford F150 for Police Department (4-0)
• Withdrew T-135 (Board of Control purchasing amendments)
• Withdrew T-218 (20-ton equipment trailer purchase)
• Held T-236 (Silver Lake storm water improvements) in committee

City Council - Planning Committee before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Planning Committee is meeting to consider several business items, including a rezoning request, two site plans, and a proposed change to subdivision review procedures. The committee will also approve minutes from its January 27, 2022 meeting and hear a report from the planning director.

• T-229: Rezoning of parcel #56-19699 from C-2 Limited Retail District to C-3 Residence District (Hope Homes/Jeff Barber)
• T-247: Site plan for Seasons Business Center 6 on Gray Lane (Seasons Road) (Mike Merle/Ray Fogg Building Methods)
• T-248: Site plan and conditional use certificate for a coffee kiosk (Ian Jones/Mann Parsons Gray Architects)
• T-249: Proposal to add a designated reviewer for minor subdivisions (Engineering Department Staff)

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 24, 2022, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes public comment, committee reports, and a legislative agenda with several items: a rezoning request from C-2 to R-3 and C-3, a special assessment for various locations, and multiple equipment and service contracts. The council will also consider amendments to the city code regarding the Board of Control and definitions for commercial and industrial districts.

• T-229: Rezoning request by Hope Homes/Jeff Barber from C-2 Limited Retail District to R-3 Residence District and C-3 Community Retail District
• T-218: Purchase of a 20-ton equipment trailer for the Water Department from Southeastern Equipment
• T-243: Special assessment for various locations with the Summit County Fiscal Officer
• T-245: Contract with CivicPlus, LLC for website and notification system
• T-135: Amendment to Board of Control code sections on expenditures and bidding

Stow City Council unanimously approved several ordinances and resolutions, including the purchase of a 2022 Ford F150 for the police department, acceptance of an opioid settlement with Giant Eagle, and contracts for health benefits consulting, website design, and emergency communication services. The council also granted site plan approvals for an industrial building and a coffee kiosk, and adopted a zoning amendment for property on Call Road.

• Approved purchase of 2022 Ford F150 police truck from Klaben Ford Lincoln (unanimous)
• Accepted opioid settlement with Giant Eagle (unanimous)
• Adopted zoning amendment for 2300 Call Road from C-2 to C-3 (unanimous)
• Approved special assessments for razed dangerous buildings (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Taylor Oswald for health benefits consulting (unanimous)
• Approved contracts with CivicPlus for website and emergency communication services (unanimous)
• Granted site plan approval for 254,474 sq ft industrial building in Seasons Business Park (unanimous)
• Granted conditional zoning and site plan for coffee kiosk on Norton Road (unanimous)

City Council - Roads and Safety Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Roads & Safety Committee meeting scheduled for February 24, 2022, was cancelled. No decisions were made. The only agenda item, a discussion on public safety non-police emergency response, was postponed to March 10, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled (no vote recorded)
• Postponed public safety non-police emergency response discussion to March 10, 2022

Public Hearings before October 2022

Stow City Council is holding a public hearing on Ordinance 2022-2, which amends definitions and schedules in the commercial and industrial district chapters of the zoning code to make repeated terminology identical throughout. The hearing is the final step before a possible vote; no other business is listed. Public comments must be submitted in writing by 3 p.m. the day of the meeting.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-2 amending Chapter 1133 (Definitions), Sections 1133.01(b)(61) and (82)
• Amends Chapter 1145 (Commercial Districts) schedule in Section 1145.02
• Amends Chapter 1147 (Industrial Districts) schedule in Section 1147.02
• Purpose: produce identical repeated terminology throughout the code
• Meeting at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, Stow City Hall, 3760 Darrow Road

The public hearing was held to consider Ordinance 2022-2, which would amend definitions and schedules in commercial and industrial districts to standardize repeated terminology. No vote was taken; the hearing was procedural, and the ordinance remains pending.

• Held public hearing on Ordinance 2022-2 (no vote)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control met on February 23, 2022, and unanimously approved several expenditures, including a $34,900 purchase of snow plow blades and accessories, a $102,670 Freightliner truck, and a $46,044 replacement Ford F-150. The board also approved a series of smaller purchases and service contracts listed in the attached minutes. All items were approved without discussion.

• $34,900 to Henderson Products for snow plow blades, guards, accessories, and emergency repairs
• $102,670 to Cleveland Freightliner for a Freightliner M2 106 tandem axle cab and chassis for the Street Department
• $46,044.30 to Klaben Ford Lincoln for a 2022 Ford F-150 replacement vehicle for the Community Service Officer
• $60,000 consulting fee to Taylor Oswald LLC for medical plan services
• $14,803 for 67 trees for a canopy restoration grant planting

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including a $102,670 purchase of a Freightliner M2 106 tandem axle cab and chassis for the Street Department, a $34,900 snow plow equipment purchase, and a $46,044.30 replacement Ford F-150 for the Community Service Officer. The board also approved the February 16, 2022 minutes and numerous other purchase orders listed in the attached minutes.

• Approved $102,670 Freightliner M2 106 tandem axle cab/chassis for Street Dept (unanimous)
• Approved $34,900 snow plow blades, guards, accessories and emergency repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $46,044.30 replacement Ford F-150 for Community Service Officer (unanimous)
• Approved February 16, 2022 Board of Control minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 rubber blades/plow truck purchase from Henderson Products (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 consulting fee for medical plan with Taylor Oswald LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $13,477 for 70 trees and shipping from North Branch Nursery (unanimous)
• Approved $14,803 for 67 trees and shipping for canopy restoration grant (unanimous)

Commission on Inclusion

The Commission will review minutes from the January 31, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes an overview of a special needs living magazine and an update from the Stow Munroe Falls Public Library Director.

• Special needs living magazine overview by Rick Miller
• Stow Munroe Falls Public Library update by Director Gail Koritansky
• Update on 'See the able not the label' by Heather Hawk Frank
• Dementia Friends presentation by Tricia Streharsky, Donna Barrett, and Lucy Garving

The Commission on Inclusion approved the minutes from the January 31, 2022 meeting. Members heard presentations from Rick Miller of Special Needs Living Magazine, Gail Koritansky of the Stow Munroe Falls Public Library, and staff from Holy Family School about the 'See the Able Not the Label' program. The group discussed forming sub-committees for the school program and noted the kick-off is scheduled for April 4, 2022. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved minutes from January 31, 2022 meeting (voice vote, passed)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for February 22, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 8, 2022.

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control met on February 16, 2022, and approved several expenditures, including a $52,941.01 contract with CIVICPLUS LLC for CivicEngage and CivicReady systems. The board also approved a $1,450 landscaping guarantee release for 1051 Graham Road and the minutes from the February 9 meeting. All motions passed unanimously with no discussion.

• Approved $52,941.01 expenditure with CIVICPLUS LLC for CivicEngage and CivicReady systems
• Approved release of $1,450.00 Landscaping Guarantee at 1051 Graham Road to Boxley Contracting/Cincinnati Insurance
• Approved $43,373.00 purchase of replacement fire hose from Atlantic Emergency Solutions Inc, funded by AFG grant
• Approved $9,489.44 masonry work for parks signage from Weatherseal Home Services Inc
• Approved $4,040.00 CDR900 upgrade kit for police from Crash Data Group Inc, funded by SCEMA grant

Senior Citizen Commission

The Stow Senior Citizens Commission met on February 15, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members discussed the Cards and Pictures Program, planning to distribute cards twice a year, and the Care and Share Project, aiming to collect about 500 pieces of each item for assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes. The commission also heard reports on upcoming Parks and Recreation activities and a library partnership, including a proposed vending machine for library materials at the senior center.

• Approved the minutes of the last meeting.
• Planned to distribute cards twice a year for the Cards and Pictures Program.
• Set a goal of about 500 pieces of each item for the Care and Share Project.
• Decided to limit Care and Share deliveries to assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes.
• Requested separate bags for Care and Share items, labeled as from the Senior Citizen's Commission.
• Discussed having high school students assemble Care and Share bags.
• Agreed to publicize the Care and Share program widely, including in the Stow Sentry and on social media.
• Discussed a library vending machine for seniors to check out materials at the senior center.

Building & Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board is reviewing a request by Christopher Yanda to construct a 2,400 sq. ft. accessory building. The application seeks three specific variances regarding building size, height, and setback requirements.

• Case #22-001: Request for 2,400 sq. ft. garage at 1705 Arndale Road
• Variance to exceed the 1,500 sq. ft. limit for accessory structures by 1,540 sq. ft.
• Variance for a building height of 20 ft. 8 in. instead of the 15 ft. maximum
• Variance to place structure 20 ft. from side property line instead of 30 ft.

The Building & Zoning Board of Appeals tabled Case #22-001, a request by Christopher Yanda for variances to build a 40 ft x 60 ft accessory garage at 1705 Arndale Road. The board had only three members present, requiring a unanimous vote, and one member indicated he could not support the size variance. The applicant chose to table the case, which will be reheard at a future meeting or automatically approved if not reviewed within 60 days per the city charter.

• Approved minutes of the December 13, 2021, meeting (3-0).
• Administered oath to Greg Seifert for another term.
• Tabled Case #22-001 (accessory building variances) at the applicant's request.
• Postponed election of Chairman and Vice Chairman until all members are present.
• Adjourned meeting at 6:29 p.m.

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Finance Committee is meeting to review and potentially approve a series of business items, including amendments to the Board of Control code, equipment purchases, service contracts, and bid solicitations for various city projects. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a remonstrance period. Most items are routine financial approvals, but the agenda is primarily procedural.

• T-135: Amend Code 173 – Board of Control – Authorization of Expenditures and State Bidding Purchase
• T-218: Southeastern Equipment – 20 ton Equipment Trailer – Water Department
• T-233: AECOM Technical Services – Graham Road Resurfacing – SUM-CR29-5.72
• T-234: Solicit Bids – 2022 Miscellaneous Storm Sewer Projects
• T-235: Solicit Bids – 2022 Waterline Improvement Projects

The Finance Committee forwarded several ordinances to the regular Council for approval, including contracts for Fox Den golf merchandise, concession supplies, design services for Graham Road resurfacing, storm sewer and waterline improvement projects, fire equipment, and the annual public defender contract. Two items were held in committee: the Board of Control limit increase and the Silver Lake storm water agreement. The committee also approved the minutes of the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 27, 2022 Finance Committee meeting (3-0)
• Forwarded T-231: Fox Den Pro Shop merchandise contract with Taylormade Golf, up to $30,000 (3-0)
• Forwarded T-232: Fox Den concession supplies contract with US Foods, up to $40,000 (3-0)
• Forwarded T-233: AECOM design services for Graham Road resurfacing, $26,250 (3-0)
• Forwarded T-234: Storm sewer improvement projects (multiple sites) for bidding (3-0)
• Forwarded T-235: Waterline improvement projects (five streets) for bidding, estimated $1,969,000 (3-0)
• Forwarded T-237: Fire hose and equipment purchase from Atlantic Emergency Solutions (3-0)
• Forwarded T-238: Summit County Public Defender contract, $170 per case (3-0)

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss amending Chapter 123 regarding Council and a request to hire one secretary. The meeting also included an executive session regarding public employee compensation.

• Amendment to Chapter 123 'Council'
• Request to hire one Secretary
• Executive session regarding compensation of a public employee

The Committee of the Whole approved hiring a Secretary 1 for the Police Department unanimously. A motion to approve Chris Brauer for a Planning Commission term failed on a 3-3 vote. Two ordinances confirming appointments (Jenna Clark as Billing Clerk II, Jami Lord-Smith as Executive Secretary) were forwarded to the regular Council meeting. The meeting included an executive session on employee compensation.

• Approved hiring a Secretary 1 in the Police Department (6-0)
• Motion to approve Chris Brauer for Planning Commission failed (3-3)
• Forwarded ordinance confirming Jenna Clark as Billing Clerk II to regular Council meeting (6-0)
• Forwarded ordinance confirming Jami Lord-Smith as Executive Secretary to regular Council meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 20 and January 27, 2022 Committee of the Whole meetings (6-0)

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

This agenda lists only the agenda item itself, with two attached PDF documents for the February 10, 2022 City Council meeting. No specific business items, ordinances, or resolutions are described in the text provided.

• Agenda item with two attached PDFs: CITY COUNCIL 02-10-22 AGENDA.PDF and CITY COUNCIL 02-10-22 AGENDA (1).PDF

Stow City Council unanimously approved several ordinances, including appointments for Jenna Clark and Jami Lord-Smith, contracts for Fox Den Golf Course, Graham Road design, storm sewer and waterline projects, fire equipment, and public defender services. Several other items were held in committee or scheduled for public hearing.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-31 confirming Jenna Clark as Billing Clerk II (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-32 confirming Jami Lord-Smith as Executive Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-33 with Taylormade Golf for Fox Den pro shop merchandise (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-34 with US Foods for Fox Den concessions (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-35 with AECOM for Graham Road resurfacing design (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-36 to solicit bids for storm sewer projects (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-37 to solicit bids for waterline projects (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-38 with Atlantic Emergency Solutions for fire hose and equipment (unanimous)

Records Commission

The Stow Records Commission meeting scheduled for February 10, 2022, was canceled due to no agenda items. The next meeting is set for September 8, 2022, at 9:00 AM in the Boards & Commissions Room at Stow City Hall.

• Meeting canceled due to no agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for September 8, 2022, 9:00 AM

City Council - Public Improvements Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Public Improvements Committee is meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings and receive an update from the Urban Forestry Commission. The agenda includes a remonstrance period and public comment procedures.

• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2021, December 16, 2021, and January 13, 2022
• Urban Forestry Commission Update (10 min)

Stow City Council approved several ordinances, including appointments to the Finance and Planning departments, contracts for golf course operations, design services for the Graham Road resurfacing project, and authorization to solicit bids for storm sewer and waterline improvements. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Councilmember Harrison absent. Several other items were held in committee for further discussion.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-31 confirming Jenna Clark as Billing Clerk II (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-32 confirming Jami Lord-Smith as Executive Secretary (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-33 contract with Taylormade Golf for Fox Den pro shop merchandise (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-34 expenditure for Fox Den concession supplies from US Foods (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-35 contract with AECOM for Graham Road resurfacing design (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-36 authorizing bids for storm sewer projects (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-37 authorizing bids for waterline improvements (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-38 contract for fire hose and equipment (6-0)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved a three-year, $189,150 contract with Taylor Oswald to broker and revamp employee health benefits, approved a 160-hour sick leave advance for a Finance Department employee, and accepted minutes from the prior meeting. The board also approved a $600,000 settlement for Summit County in the Giant Eagle case and agreed to dismiss the city's claim against McKinsey and Company in an Ohio opioid case, following outside counsel's recommendation. The meeting included several routine purchase orders for building maintenance, fire training, and street equipment.

• Approved $189,150 over 3 years to Taylor Oswald for employee health benefit brokerage
• Approved 160-hour sick leave advance for Finance Department employee
• Approved $600,000 Giant Eagle settlement for Summit County (Stow may receive part)
• Approved dismissal of Stow's claim against McKinsey and Company in opioid case
• Approved purchase orders: $8,879 fire pipe replacement, $14,999 fire officer training, $8,710.67 traffic sign vinyl wrap

The Board of Control unanimously approved a three-year contract with Taylor Oswald to broker and revamp employee health benefits, not to exceed $189,150. They also approved a 160-hour sick leave advance for a Finance Department employee, accepted prior minutes, and approved a $600,000 settlement in the Giant Eagle case for Summit County. The board voted to dismiss the city's claim against McKinsey and Company in the Ohio opioid case, and approved multiple purchase orders for various departments.

• Approved $189,150 contract with Taylor Oswald for health benefits brokerage (unanimous)
• Approved 160-hour sick leave advance for Finance Department employee (unanimous)
• Approved $600,000 Giant Eagle settlement for Summit County (unanimous)
• Approved dismissal of claim against McKinsey and Company (unanimous)
• Approved purchase orders: $8,879 fire pipe repair, $3,339 sprinkler pipe, $3,811 dog waste bags, $3,597 truck cap, $14,999 fire training, $31,381 software fees, $1,305 t-shirts, $8,711 vinyl wrap, $2,967 implicit bias training, $91 mailbox reimbursement, $2,500 truck repair, $1,690 AutoCAD license, $5,000 stormwater consulting, $8,731 trees, $2,000 safety equipment

Planning Commission

The Stow Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for a Hope Homes adult special needs group home, site plan approvals for a large industrial building and a drive-thru coffee kiosk, and a request to add an additional minor subdivision reviewer. The meeting includes old and new business items, with decisions or discussions on each.

• Rezoning of parcel 56-19699 on Fishcreek Rd from C-2 to C-3 for a 4-unit adult special needs group home
• Site plan approval for Seasons Business Center 6, a 254,474 sq ft industrial building on Gray Lane
• Site plan and conditional zoning certificate for a drive-thru coffee kiosk on Norton Rd
• Request to designate Mike Jones as additional minor subdivision plan reviewer

The Stow Planning Commission approved three items: a zoning change for a special needs housing unit, a site plan for a new industrial building, and a conditional use for a drive-thru coffee kiosk. They also approved a new minor subdivision plan reviewer. All votes were 4-0 except the coffee kiosk, which passed 3-1.

• Approved PC 22-001: zoning change to C3 for special needs housing (4-0)
• Approved PC 22-002: site plan for 254,474 sq ft industrial building with parking variance (4-0)
• Approved PC 22-003: conditional use and variances for drive-thru coffee kiosk (3-1)
• Approved PC 22-004: Mike Jones as minor subdivision plan reviewer (4-0)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Stow Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to discuss ongoing business including Tree Fest 2022, a presentation to City Council, the Community Street Tree District Management Plan, and recognition of Alan Siewert. New business includes the Tree City USA program. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Tree Fest 2022 planning
• City Council presentation and liaison update
• Community Street Tree District Management Plan
• Alan Siewert recognition
• Tree City USA application

The Urban Forestry Commission approved updates to the Community Management Plan. They also discussed plans for Tree Fest 2022 and reviewed the financial report for 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved updates to the Community Management Plan
• Approved January 10, 2022 minutes

Board of Control

The Board of Control approved several expenditures for city services, including fuel for Fox Den and design services for Graham Road. The Board also authorized bidding for storm sewer and waterline projects and denied a claim for vehicle repairs.

• $30,000.00 for diesel, unleaded, and heating fuel from Ports Petroleum
• $26,250.00 for AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Graham Road resurfacing design
• $200,000.00 for Englewood Storm Water improvements with the Village of Silver Lake
• Authorization to solicit bids for 2022 miscellaneous Storm Sewer Projects
• Denial of a $142.36 moral claim for tire repairs caused by a pothole on Graham Road

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved five expenditures, including a $16,080 contract for police written exams and assessment centers, a $46,044.30 purchase of a replacement police vehicle, a $35,160 design contract for Silver Springs Drive, a $50,555 software purchase, and a $51,224.35 security upgrade. The board also approved a $1,714 landscaping guarantee release and the prior meeting minutes. A moral claim for $220.48 from a resident for a flat tire was denied unanimously.

• Approved $16,080 contract with Ramsey & Associates for police exams (unanimous)
• Approved $46,044.30 for 2022 Ford F150 to replace totaled Vehicle #604 (unanimous)
• Approved $35,160 with Thrasher Inc. for design alternatives at 2425 Silver Springs Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $50,555 with Granicus for software packages (unanimous)
• Approved $51,224.35 with I2C Technologies for card access, camera, and software upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved release of $1,714 landscaping guarantee to Marhofer Chevrolet (unanimous)
• Approved February 23, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied moral claim of $220.48 to Donna Fay (0-5)

Safety & Signalization Committee

The Safety & Signalization Committee approved several traffic safety measures, including new crosswalk signage at school locations, pavement markings for the bike trail from Stow High School to North River, and duplicate 'Restricted Use, Employees Only' signs for the police and fire parking lot. They also tabled a request to change school flasher timing at Indian Trail pending further information, and reviewed traffic studies that did not warrant a traffic signal at Kent Rd./Vira Rd.

• Approved bike trail pavement markings through subdivisions and between high school and North River Road
• Approved duplicate 'Restricted Use, Employees Only' signs for police and fire parking lot
• Approved new crosswalk signage at various school locations
• Tabled school flasher timing change at Indian Trail until further information obtained
• Work order written to move speed limit sign on Call Rd. and add another at Call & Young Rd.
• Work order written for Gray Lane signage; developer to be invoiced
• Traffic signal at Kent Rd./Vira Rd. denied as it does not meet warrants

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission met to discuss upcoming entry-level examinations for the fire and police departments. The agenda also included the approval of minutes from November 2021 and December 2021.

• Firefighter Entry-Level Examination
• Police Officer Entry-Level Examination (Spring of 2022)

The Civil Service Commission approved sending requests for proposals (RFPs) to testing agencies for a new police officer entry-level examination. The fire department discussed options for expanding its candidate pool, including possibly consolidating eligibility lists, but no formal action was taken on that matter. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 2, 2021 and December 27, 2021 meetings.

• Approved sending RFPs to testing agencies for police officer entry-level exam (2-0)
• Approved minutes of November 2, 2021 and December 27, 2021 (2-0)

Arts Commission

The commission will swear in three new members and a library liaison. The meeting includes discussions regarding the setup of an Arts Commission Scholarship fund and updates on several public art projects.

• Introduction and swearing-in of new members Raymond Dean, Jessica Fishel, and Thomas Manuszak
• Discussion of scholarship fund guidelines via Stow School Foundation or Community Foundation
• Update on Phase I print sales for the Public Art Traffic Signal Box project
• Planning for Phase II of the Public Art Traffic Signal Box project artist call
• Updates on the Stow Women in Arts and Garden Walk 2022 projects

The Stow Arts Commission voted unanimously to remove the Garden Walk 2022 event from its agenda after the chairperson stepped down, with plans to revisit it for 2023. The commission also discussed scholarship fund limitations, approved prior minutes, and swore in new members.

• Approved minutes for Jan. 4, 2022 regular and sub-committee meetings (unanimous)
• Removed Garden Walk 2022 from agenda (unanimous)
• Swore in new members Raymond Dean, Jessica Fishel, and Tom Manuszak
• Tabled decision on Georgi Rancour's art disposition until March/April meeting

Commission on Inclusion

The Stow Commission on Inclusion is meeting to review past minutes, receive an update on the 'See the able not the label' initiative, and discuss a possible wheelchair ramp at the high school bleachers. New business includes a presentation by Kitrael Chin about Hearts for Music.

• Review of December 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on 'See the able not the label'
• Discussion of wheelchair ramp at high school bleachers
• Presentation on Hearts for Music by Kitrael Chin

The Commission on Inclusion voted unanimously to change its meeting dates to the 4th Wednesday of each month at 5:15 pm at Stow City Hall. The commission also heard a presentation from Hearts for Music, discussed dementia training programs, and planned to address a wheelchair ramp at the football field.

• Changed meeting dates to 4th Wednesday at 5:15 pm (unanimous)
• Heard presentation from Hearts for Music
• Discussed dementia training programs
• Agreed to contact schools about wheelchair ramp at football field

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss the joint Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) building and consider appointments to various boards and commissions. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss the appointment of a public official for the Ward 1 vacancy and compensation of a public employee. The meeting is largely procedural, with no legislation or public hearings scheduled.

• Discussion of COG – Joint Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) Building
• Appointments: Greg Seifert to Board of Zoning & Appeals (5 yr), John Berg to Urban Forestry (5 yr), Chris Brauer to Planning Commission (4 yr), Jessica Fishel, Thomas Manuszak, Raymond Dean to Arts Commission (5 yr)
• Executive session for Ward 1 vacancy appointment and public employee compensation

The Committee of the Whole discussed the proposed joint PSAP building with Summit County and other cities, with no vote taken. Council unanimously approved appointments to the Board of Zoning & Appeals, Urban Forestry Board, and Arts Commission, but held the Planning Commission appointment for further review. The meeting also included recognition of high school wrestlers for snow shoveling and a project updates report.

• Approved Greg Seifert for first full term on Board of Zoning & Appeals (unanimous)
• Approved John Berge for full term on Urban Forestry Board (unanimous)
• Held Chris Brauer's Planning Commission appointment in committee
• Approved Jessica Fishel for first full term on Arts Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Thomas Manuszak for first full term on Arts Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Raymond Dean for first full term on Arts Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 6 and January 13, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Finance Committee is reviewing numerous business items including equipment purchases, software maintenance, and service contracts. The committee will also consider motions for various supply orders and new staff hires.

• Amend Code 173 regarding Board of Control expenditure authorization and bidding
• Purchase of Microsoft Office 365 from Quality IP
• Safety Building sprinkler replacements from Comunale SA Company
• Purchase of 2022 Dodge Charger V6 AWD from Greve Chrysler Dodge of Van Wert
• Motions to hire a Project Manager for Safety Forces and a Deputy Director of Planning

The Finance Committee unanimously forwarded 15 ordinances to the regular City Council meeting, covering expenditures for software, vehicles, equipment, and services. It also approved several direct expenditures for supplies and hiring, including a Deputy Director of Planning (3-1). Two items were held in committee for further review.

• Forwarded T-213 Microsoft Office 365 purchase (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-214 sprinkler replacement at Safety Building (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-215 financial software maintenance (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-216 police vehicle equipment from Hall Public Safety (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-217 police fleet repair from Klaben Ford (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-219 prisoner housing with Macedonia (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-227 Pierce fire truck purchase using ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Deputy Director of Planning (3-1, McIntire nay)

City Council - Planning Committee before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Planning Committee will meet to consider two business items: a proposed amendment to Chapter 965 regarding permit fees and bonding requirements, and a rezoning request from Hope Homes/Jeff Barber to change a parcel from C-2 Limited Retail District to R-3 Residence District. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 13 meeting and receive a report from the Planning Director.

• T-204: Amend Chapter 965 – §965.01(II)(C) – Permit Fees and Costs and Bonding Requirements
• T-229: Hope Homes/Jeff Barber – Rezoning – C-2 Limited Retail District to R-3 Residence District (Parcel #56-19699)

The Planning Committee voted to remove T-204 from the table and forward it to the regular Council meeting, adding a fee for zoning verification letters. They also discussed T-229, a rezoning request for a Hope Homes group home, but did not take final action; instead, they recommended the applicant revise the request to C-3 zoning and return to the Planning Commission.

• Removed T-204 (zoning verification letter fee) from the table (3-1)
• Forwarded T-204 to the regular Council meeting for ordinance number assignment (3-1)
• Approved minutes of the January 13, 2022 Planning Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed T-229 rezoning request but took no action; recommended applicant revise to C-3

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 27, 2022, with a full agenda of legislative items. They will consider ordinances and resolutions on topics including amending council rules, a joint public safety answering point building, zoning changes, and numerous contracts for police vehicles, equipment, and services. The meeting also includes public comment and routine approvals of minutes and bills.

• Ordinance 2022-1: Joint Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) Building
• Ordinance 2022-2: Amend zoning definitions and permitted uses for commercial and industrial districts
• T-229: Rezoning from C-2 Limited Retail District to R-3 Residence District (Hope Homes/Jeff Barber)
• T-223: Purchase of 2022 Ford Police Explorers and F150 Police Responder (Montrose Ford)
• T-227: Pierce Enforcer Pumper (Atlantic Emergency Solutions)

Stow City Council approved Ordinance 2022-1, authorizing the mayor to execute a cooperative agreement with Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, Fairlawn, Tallmadge, and Summit County to build and operate a joint PSAP building in Tallmadge, with a 5-1 vote (Lowdermilk dissenting). The council also hired a Project Manager for Safety Forces and a Deputy Director of Planning, appointed Matt Riehl to the Ward 1 vacancy, and approved numerous contracts and expenditures, including a fire truck funded by ARPA.

• Approved COG agreement for joint PSAP building (5-1)
• Hired Project Manager – Safety Forces (unanimous)
• Hired Deputy Director of Planning (4-2)
• Appointed Matt Riehl to Ward 1 vacancy (4-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-14 confirming Michael Jones as Assistant City Engineer (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-15 adding fee for zoning verification letters (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-29 for Pierce rescue pumper fire truck, funded by ARPA (unanimous)
• Withdrew Ordinance 2021-130 amending remonstrance period (unanimous)

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control approved multiple expenditures, including a $774,825 purchase of a 2023 Pierce Enforcer Pumper for the Fire Department from Atlantic Emergency Solutions. The board also approved numerous purchases for the Fox Den golf course, including fertilizers, merchandise, concessions, and beverages. All items were approved unanimously without discussion.

• $774,825 for 2023 Pierce Enforcer Pumper from Atlantic Emergency Solutions
• $40,000 for resale concessions and supplies from US Foods
• $30,000 for resale merchandise from Taylormade Golf Company
• $19,700 for fertilizers and chemicals from SiteOne Landscape Supply
• $111,673.73 for two Ford F-150 trucks and one Ford Explorer for police

The Board of Control unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including a $774,825 purchase of a 2023 Pierce Enforcer Pumper for the Fire Department and numerous expenditures for Fox Den golf course operations, such as fertilizers, resale merchandise, concessions, and equipment. All motions passed without discussion. The minutes from the January 19, 2022 meeting were also accepted.

• Approved $774,825 for 2023 Pierce Enforcer Pumper for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved $19,700 for fertilizers/chemicals for Fox Den grounds (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 for Taylormade Golf resale merchandise for Fox Den Pro Shop (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 for US Foods resale concessions/supplies at Fox Den (unanimous)
• Approved $111,673.73 for two Ford F-150 trucks and one Ford Explorer for Police (unanimous)
• Approved $201,738.90 for front-end loader replacement (Street/Water) (unanimous)
• Approved $33,313.51 for 20-ton equipment trailer for Water Dept (unanimous)
• Accepted January 19, 2022 Board of Control minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Stow Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, elect a chairperson and a designee to the Planning Commission for 2022, and swear in reappointed members. The board will also receive department activity reports, including updates on the City Center Project, Parks Master Plan, Fox Den Golf Course, and maintenance and programs.

• Election of Chairperson for 2022
• Election of Designee to the Planning Commission for 2022
• Swearing in of reappointed members
• City Center Project Update
• Parks Master Plan Update

The Parks and Recreation Board heard reports on the $550,000 SKIP playground project, Fox Den Golf Course's record $1.6 million in 2021 revenue, and a range of 2022 park improvements. The board approved the November 9, 2021 minutes, reappointed Christie Sheets, and elected Bob Pontius as Chairperson for 2022. No formal votes were taken on the reported projects.

• Approved minutes from November 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Reappointed Christie Sheets to the Parks & Recreation Board (sworn in by Mayor)
• Elected Bob Pontius as Chairperson for 2022 (unanimous)
• Appointed Christie Sheets as Planning Commission designee (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The January 25, 2022, Planning Commission meeting has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for February 8, 2022. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Meeting canceled for January 25, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for February 8, 2022

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

Stow City Council's Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss a joint Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) building, present Fire Safety Poster Contest awards, and hold an executive session to consider appointing a public official for the Ward 1 vacancy. The meeting is primarily for discussion, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion of COG – Joint Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) Building
• Fire Safety Poster Contest Awards at 6:30 p.m.
• Executive session for appointment of a public official (Ward 1 vacancy)

The Committee of the Whole discussed Ordinance 2022-01, which would authorize the mayor to join a regional consolidated 911 dispatch center (PSAP) with other cities and Summit County. No vote was taken; the discussion focused on budget concerns, the city's role as a member versus a contracted community, and potential loss of local control. The meeting also included a fire safety poster contest award presentation.

• Discussed Ordinance 2022-01 for regional PSAP, no action taken
• Awarded fire safety poster contest winners

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 20, 2022, with a legislative agenda that includes several ordinances for potential adoption. These cover amendments to council procedures, Board of Control bidding requirements, a joint public safety answering point (PSAP) building, zoning definitions and permitted uses, and permit fees and bonding requirements. The meeting also includes routine items like public comment, reports, and bill approvals.

• Ordinance No. 21-130: Amend Chapter 123 to change the remonstrance period (tabled multiple times)
• T-135: Amend Board of Control code on expenditure authorization and state bidding purchase
• Ordinance No. 2022-1: Joint Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) Building
• Ordinance No. 2022-2: Amend zoning definitions and permitted uses in commercial and industrial districts
• T-204: Amend Chapter 965 on permit fees, costs, and bonding requirements

The January 20, 2022 Stow City Council meeting was largely procedural, with no substantive decisions made. Council excused Councilmember Lowdermilk's absence, tabled Ordinance 2021-130, and scheduled a public hearing for Ordinance 2022-4. Several ordinances were read for a second time or remained in committee.

• Excused Councilmember Lowdermilk's absence (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 2021-130 (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 2022-4 in late February

Board of Control

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved multiple expenditures for software maintenance, EMS supplies, police fleet equipment and vehicles, waterline repairs, prisoner housing, and Fox Den Golf Course operations. All items were approved without discussion, with one abstention on the prisoner housing contract.

• $23,257.83 to Software Solutions Inc. for annual financial software maintenance
• $75,000 to Hall Public Safety for police fleet equipment and repairs
• $60,000 to Klaben Ford Lincoln for police fleet maintenance
• $201,738.90 to Southeastern Equipment for a front end loader
• $111,673.73 to Montrose Ford for three police vehicles

The Stow Board of Control unanimously approved all 18 expenditure requests, including a $150,000 emergency waterline repair contract with M Campbell Contracting and a $201,738.90 front end loader purchase. One item, the $50,000 prisoner housing agreement with Macedonia, passed with Finance Director Jim Costello abstaining. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $23,257.83 software maintenance with Software Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved $19,900 EMS supplies with Bound Tree Medical (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 police fleet equipment/repairs with Hall Public Safety (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 police fleet maintenance with Klaben Ford Lincoln (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 emergency waterline repairs with J S Bova Excavating (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 prisoner housing with City of Macedonia (Costello abstained)
• Approved $60,000 fire equipment parts/repairs with Fallsway Equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $35,990 for 2022 Dodge Charger with Greve Chrysler Dodge (unanimous)

City Council - Roads and Safety Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Roads & Safety Committee met and approved the minutes from the November 11, 2021 meeting. The main discussion focused on Ohio House Bill 227, which would eliminate training and permit requirements for concealed carry. Police Chief Film noted the bill passed both the House and Senate and would not supersede federal laws, and that Ohio would become the 22nd state to remove such requirements. No formal action was taken on the bill.

• Approved minutes of November 11, 2021 Roads & Safety Committee meeting (4-0)

City Council - Committee of the Whole Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several business items, including a joint public safety answering point (PSAP) building, two liquor license applications, and a citywide alert system. The committee will also hold an executive session to consider appointing a public official for the Ward 1 vacancy and compensation for a public employee. The meeting is primarily for discussion, with formal decisions expected at a later council meeting.

• COG – Joint Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) Building
• Liquor License – Spicy Sombreros Mexican Grill LLC – 4976 Darrow Road
• Liquor License – Northeast Siam LLC dba Bankok Thai Restaurant – 3767 Darrow Road
• Discussion of Citywide Alert System
• Executive session: Appointment of Public Official (Ward 1 Vacancy) and Compensation of Public Employee

The Committee of the Whole discussed a proposed cooperative agreement for a joint PSAP building with Summit County and other cities, with police and fire chiefs explaining response times. Two liquor license applications were returned without a hearing, and the citywide alert system was discussed with no decision made. No formal ordinances were approved.

• Returned liquor license for Spicy Sombreros Mexican Grill LLC at 4976 Darrow Road without a hearing (6-0)
• Returned liquor license for Northeast Siam LLC dba Bankok Thai Restaurant at 3767 Darrow Road without a hearing (6-0)
• Removed executive session request for compensation of a public employee (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 16, 2021 and January 3, 2022 meetings (6-0)

City Council - Finance Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, review budget/financial reports, and consider several business items, including amendments to the Board of Control code and various contracts for services and equipment. The agenda includes items that have been held from previous meetings, indicating ongoing discussions. Public comments will be read if submitted in writing by 3 P.M. on the meeting day.

• T-135: Amend Code 173 (Board of Control) regarding expenditure authorization and bidding (held from prior meetings)
• T-205: FedEx postage for Clerk of Courts
• T-206: John Deere Gator and cargo box purchase
• T-207: Diesel and unleaded fuel from Ports Petroleum
• T-210: Auditing services from Ohio Auditor of State

The Finance Committee unanimously forwarded six ordinances to the regular City Council for approval, covering purchases and contracts for postage, a John Deere Gator, fuel, a mower, cleaning services, and audit services. No items were denied or tabled; one ordinance (T-135) was held in committee.

• Approved minutes of Dec 7 and Dec 16, 2021 meetings (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-205 FedEx postage contract to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-206 John Deere Gator purchase up to $28,611.72 to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-207 fuel purchase up to $270,000 to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-208 Toro mower purchase up to $30,490 to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-209 cleaning services contract up to $22,200 to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded T-210 audit services contract up to $50,000 to Council (unanimous)
• Held T-135 Board of Control ordinance in committee

City Council - Public Improvements Committee Before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council Public Improvements Committee is meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings and receive an update on open projects from 2021. The agenda includes a remonstrance period and adjournment, with public comments accepted in writing.

• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2021 and December 16, 2021
• Update on open projects from 2021

The Public Improvements Committee met on January 13, 2022, and approved the minutes from its October 14, 2021, and December 16, 2021, meetings. The only business item was an update on open projects from 2021, with no formal decisions made on that item. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of October 14, 2021 meeting
• Approved minutes of December 16, 2021 meeting

City Council Agendas before July 28, 2022

The Stow City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 13, 2022, with a legislative agenda that includes several ordinances and resolutions for possible adoption. Key items include a rezoning at 2861 Call Road, amendments to council rules and zoning definitions, and various contracts for equipment, services, and fuel. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and committee reports.

• Ordinance 21-196: Rezoning 2861 Call Road from R-2 Residence to (O) Conservation (public hearing)
• Ordinance 21-130: Amend §123.14 Remonstrance Period (tabled multiple times)
• T-177: Joint Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) Building (COG)
• T-204: Amend §965.01(II)(C) Permit Fees and Costs and Bonding Requirements
• T-211: Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless – Cellular/Data Service – 2022

Stow City Council unanimously approved a zoning reclassification of 2861 Call Road from R-2 to Conservation, granted a conditional zoning certificate for an indoor sports training facility at 752 McCauley Road, and approved site plan approval for a garage at 4724 Darrow Road. The council also authorized several contracts, including postage, a John Deere Gator, fuel, a mower, cleaning services, audit services, and Verizon wireless services, all without public bids. An ordinance amending the remonstrance period remained tabled.

• Approved zoning reclassification of 2861 Call Road from R-2 to Conservation (unanimous)
• Granted conditional zoning certificate to Jimmy Beers for indoor sports training facility at 752 McCauley Road (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for new garage at 4724 Darrow Road (unanimous)
• Authorized FedEx postage contract for Clerk of Courts (unanimous)
• Authorized John Deere Gator purchase for Fox Den Golf Course (unanimous)
• Authorized fuel purchase from Ports Petroleum (unanimous)
• Authorized cleaning services contract with Patty's Busy Bees (unanimous)
• Authorized Verizon wireless services contract (unanimous)