City of Hudson, Ohio

Meeting Minutes - Final

City Council Workshop

Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor

Christopher W. Foster, President of Council (Ward 2)

Christopher A. Banweg, Council Member (At-Large)

Michael W. Bird, Council Member (Ward 4)

Patricia L. Goetz, Council Member (Ward 1)

Karen E. Heater, Council Member (At-Large)

Nicole V. Kowalski, Council Member (At-Large)

Skylar J. Sutton, Council Member (Ward 3)

Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager

Marshal Pitchford, City Solicitor & Special Counsel

Aparna Wheeler, Clerk of Council

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

7:30 PM

Town Hall

27 East Main Street

Call to Order

Mayor Anzevino called to order the workshop of Hudson City Council at 7:30 p.m., in

accordance with the Sunshine Laws of the State of Ohio, O.R.C. Section 121.22, and he handed

the workshop over to President of Council Foster, in accordance with Council Rules.

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Present:

Dr. Bird, Mr. Foster, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs. Kowalski and Mr.

Sutton

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Absent:

Mr. Banweg

Others & Staff in Attendance: Mr. Sheridan, City Manager; Ms. Fernandez, Community Project Planner; Mr.

Griffith, Assistant City Manager; Mr. Hannan, Community Development Director; Mr. Knoblauch, Assistant

City Manager - Financial/Special Projects; Mr. Kosco, City Engineer; Mr. Leiter, HCTV Production Assistant;

and Mr. Varnes, Fire/EMS Chief.

Correspondence and Council Comments

Mrs. Heater provided an update on the Park Board meeting that was held on May 19, 2025.

Dr. Goetz expressed appreciation to City staff for their efforts in organizing the Memorial Day parade.

Mrs. Kowalski read an email from a resident concerning comments made by Mr. Foster to Senator Weinstein on

Memorial Day.

Dr. Bird also extended thanks to City staff and the Military and Veterans' Commission for their contributions to

the parade.

Mr. Sutton congratulated the Hudson Middle School Science Olympiad Team on their 8th-place finish at the

national level and expressed interest in officially recognizing them at a future Council meeting. He also

provided an update on the May 22, 2025, Tree Commission meeting.

Mayor Anzevino shared his upcoming engagements, including speaking with students at Hudson Intermediate

School about local government, kicking off the Community Bike Ride event on Saturday, attending an Eagle

Scout Court of Honor for Troop 321, and congratulating the Class of 2025 from both Hudson Schools and

Western Reserve Academy. He also offered his condolences to the City of Green and the family of the

13-year-old boy who tragically lost his life during the Memorial Day Parade.

Mr. Foster commented on the letter read by Mrs. Kowalski and shared reflections on a Memorial Day speech he

heard while visiting Mill Springs National Cemetery in Kentucky.

Discussion Items

25-0070

An update and discussion with the Hudson City Council regarding the

Fire & EMS Subcommittee Funding and Recommendations.

Brief Description: The Council Subcommittee and Administration will

discuss their recommendation for funding Fire and EMS over the next 5 to 7

years.

Attachments:

5yr Sidewalk Budget - revised May 2025

2025 General Fund Related Five Year Capital Updated 5-19-25

Updated Fire-EMS Five Year Plan 5-6-25

Mrs. Heater summarized the Fire/EMS subcommittee's May 12, 2025, meeting with City Administration. Mr.

Sheridan noted that staff is exploring the implementation of a daytime shift starting in July, with full-time

staffing planned for 2026. He also provided estimates on increased costs for personnel and renovations, along

with annual funding requirements and possible funding strategies. Chief Varnes shared his perspective on the

recommendation, stating that they are prepared to begin daytime staffing on July 7, 2025. Mr. Knoblauch

indicated that the budget will continue to be reviewed and adjusted as needed. Council discussion followed on

various topics, including how neighboring cities finance their Fire Departments, alternative funding models,

bond rating considerations, the capital reserve fund for replacing large apparatus, and long-term funding

challenges. There was consensus to move forward with a daytime shift to start in July with further financial

discussions during budget discussion in September.

This matter was discussed.

25-0053

Downtown Development Discussion

Brief Description: Council discussion regarding the implementation of the

Comprehensive Plan recommendations for the downtown development site.

Attachments:

Staff Memo 5.27.25 - Final

DT Financial Summary

DT Concept Plan Combined

April 2025 Council Memo

Mr. Hannan provided a summary from the previous discussions with Council and information requested . Ms.

Fernandez provided information regarding the upgrading of the sanitary sewer infrastructure, review of

financial summary, and concept plan. Council discussion followed that included density compared to

surrounding areas, size of houses, and space between houses. There was Council consensus for staff to move

forward with issuing an RFP for design.

This matter was discussed.

25-0071

Short Term Rental Program - 2025 Update

Brief Description: City staff is submitting an update on the Short Term Rental

regulations and permitted sites per Chapter 876.

Attachments:

City Council Memo - STR 5.13.25

STR Mapped Locations

Chapter 876 Short Term Rental Operations

Mr. Hannan provided an update on the Short-Term Rental Program.

This matter was discussed.

Proposed Consent Agenda for June 3, 2025, Council Meeting

25-86

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT WITH THE

REGIONAL STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM SERVICE

AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE NORTHEAST OHIO REGIONAL

SEWER DISTRICT AND THE CITY OF HUDSON AND DECLARING

AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: The service agreement between the Northeast Ohio

Regional Sewer District (NEORSD) and the City is required to ensure the

consistent and coordinated delivery of the NEORSD Regional Stormwater

Management Program services within the City of Hudson.

Attachments:

Exhibit 1 - NEORSD

Resolution No. 25-86

Dr. Bird asked how were areas identified that are being removed, how does a property go about getting

removed, and how much does it cost a property owner. Mr. Sheridan provided the reasons for the amendment,

how properties are made part of the overall map, and funding received.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the June 3, 2025, Council meeting.

25-87

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH GPD

GROUP FOR A STORM SEWER STUDY FOR EDGEVIEW DRIVE;

AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY

Brief Description: This study will analyze storm water improvements near

2123 Edgeview Drive to help alleviate flooding near the address.

Attachments:

Exhibit Edgeview Dr Storm Study May 2025

Resolution No. 25-87

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the June 3, 2025, Council meeting.

25-88

A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING MARGARET TUSSEY AS THE

ALTERNATE DELEGATE TO THE REGIONAL COUNCIL OF

GOVERNMENTS THAT ADMINISTERS THE REGIONAL INCOME

TAX AGENCY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This Resolution designates Margaret Tussey as the

alternate delegate to the Regional Council of Government that administers the

Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA).

Attachments:

Resolution No. 1980-029

Resolution No. 25-88

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the June 3, 2025, Council meeting.

25-89

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR

CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIRST YEAR FIBER TO THE HOME

PROJECT WITH THE LOWEST AND BEST BIDDER.

Brief Description: This contract is for the construction of the first year of

Velocity Broadband fiber to the home (FTTH) network project.

Attachments:

Deployment Phase 1-Bid_Construction Areas

Resolution No. 25-89

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the June 3, 2025, Council meeting.

Proposed Legislation for June 3, 2025, Council Meeting

25-57

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1205, 1206, AND 1213 OF

THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TO ESTABLISH A

PERMANENT PROHIBITION RELATED TO MARIJUANA

FACILITIES.

Brief Description: A proposed ordinance to establish a permanent ban on

marijuana facilities within the City of Hudson.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-57

ORD 25-57 proposed PC recommendation 4.14.25

PC 25-256 Decision - LDC amendment -Marijuana

SR 2025-256 LDC Amendment - Marijuana

Zoning for Marijuana Facilities - surrounding communities

Lets Talk Hudson page and survey results

Ordinance No. 25-57 was forwarded for further consideration at the June 3, 2025, Council

meeting.

TMP-7948

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART FOUR, “TRAFFIC CODE,” OF

THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES, TO AMEND CHAPTER 410

TRAFFIC SCHEDULES.

Brief Description: This is 1 of 3 Ordinances that will enact or amend City of

Hudson Codified Ordinances as listed in Exhibit A of the Ordinance. These

changes will be used to regulate on-street parking of landscape trucks within

the City as discussed at the October 22, 2024 and March 11, 2025 Council

Workshops.

Attachments:

Landscape Trucks - Parking

Draft Ordinance

Responding to a question, Mr. Kosco explained why SR 91 was excluded and why only a portion of SR 303 was

included, noting that parking restrictions apply seven days a week. Mr. Sutton inquired about the possibility of

consolidating the three associated pieces of legislation into a single measure. Mr. Sheridan confirmed that he

would follow up with Mr. Pitchford regarding the consolidation. Responding to a question, Mr. Sheridan, stated

that staff will report back to Council on the removal of parking spaces along Hudson-Aurora once the Adaptive

Signals have been active for a couple months.

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the June 3, 2025, Council meeting.

TMP-7947

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART EIGHT, “BUSINESS

REGULATION AND TAXATION CODE,” CHAPTER 860 OF THE

CODIFIED ORDINANCES.

Brief Description: This is 2 of 3 Ordinances that will enact or amend City of

Hudson Codified Ordinances as listed in the attached Exhibit A of the

Ordinance. These changes will be used to regulate on-street parking of

landscape trucks within the City as discussed at the October 22, 2024 and

March 11, 2025 Council Workshops.

Attachments:

Landscaper No Parking Map

Draft Ordinance

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the June 3, 2025, Council meeting.

25-90

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART EIGHT, “BUSINESS

REGULATION AND TAXATION CODE,” OF THE CODIFIED

ORDINANCES, TO CREATE CHAPTER 861 LANDSCAPING

SERVICES.

Brief Description: This is 3 of 3 Ordinances that will enact or amend City of

Hudson Codified Ordinances as listed in Exhibit A of the Ordinance. These

changes will be used to regulate on-street parking of landscape trucks within

the City as discussed at the October 22, 2024 and March 11, 2025 Council

Workshops.

Attachments:

Landscaper No Parking Map

Ordinance No. 25-90

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the June 3, 2025, Council meeting.

25-91

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CODIFIED ORDINANCE

SECTION 672.02 IN ORDER TO COMPLY WITH STATE

LAW.

Brief Description: The City of Hudson is interested in updating its

concealed weapons ordinance to conform with Ohio law on the topic.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-91

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the June 3, 2025, Council meeting.

25-92

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1206.01 OF THE

LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO THE

RESIDENTIAL USE SETBACK FOR BOARDING KENNELS

AND VETERINARY FACILITIES WITHIN THE TABLE OF

PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES BY ZONE

DISTRICT

Brief Description: Ordinance to incorporate a 500 foot setback to

adjacent residential uses for boarding kennels and veterinary facilities.

Attachments:

Existing Vet Clinics and Boarding Kennels

Ordinance No. 25-92

Mr. Foster provided the reason for bringing this piece of legislation forward. Mr. Sutton asked staff to provide a

map indicating the locations of existing kennels within the City and how they would be affected by the proposed

change.

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the June 3, 2025, Council meeting.

Items to be Added to Future Agendas

Mr. Foster noted that a Proclamation for Hudson Days will appear on the June 3, 2025, Council agenda.

Adjournment

There being no further discussion, Mr. Foster adjourned the Council workshop meeting at 8:41

p.m.

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Christopher W. Foster, President of Council

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Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager, Clerk of Council Pro Tempore

Workshop Minutes prepared by Melissa Raber, Business Operations Manager - Professional Services .

Upon approval by City Council, this official written summary of the meeting minutes shall become a permanent

record, and the official minutes shall also consist of a permanent audio and video recording, excluding

executive sessions, in accordance with Codified Ordinances, Section 220.031 (a), Rules for Workshop Meetings.