City of Hudson, Ohio  
Meeting Minutes - Final  
City Council  
Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor  
Christopher W. Foster, President of Council (Ward 2)  
Christopher A. Banweg, Council Member (At-Large)  
Karen E. Heater, Council Member (At-Large)  
Nicole V. Kowalski, Council Member (At-Large)  
Scott Ruffer, Council Member (Ward 4)  
Katherine R. Schlademan, Council Member (Ward 1)  
Skylar J. Sutton, Council Member (Ward 3)  
Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager  
John Kolesar, City Solicitor  
Aparna Wheeler, Clerk of Council  
Elizabeth Slagle, Acting Clerk of Council  
Tuesday, September 19, 2023  
7:30 PM  
Town Hall  
27 East Main Street  
1.  
Call to Order  
Mayor Anzevino called to order the meeting 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.  
2.  
3.  
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag  
Roll Call  
6 -  
1 -  
Present:  
Absent:  
Mr. Banweg, Mr. Foster, Mrs. Kowalski, Mr. Ruffer, Ms. Schlademan  
and Mr. Sutton  
Mrs. Heater  
Staff in Attendance: Mr. Sheridan, City Manager; Mr. Kolesar, City Solicitor; Mrs. Slagle, Acting Clerk of  
Council; Mrs. Behnke, Economic Development Manager; Mr. Hannan, Community Development Director; Mr.  
Knoblauch, Assistant City Manager - Financial/Special Projects; Mr. Kosco, City Engineer; and Mr. Leiter,  
HCTV Production Assistant.  
4.  
Approval of the Minutes  
23-0089  
A.  
Minutes of Previous Council Meetings  
Brief Description: Draft minutes of previous meetings are provided for City  
Council’s review and approval.  
Attachments:  
September 5, 2023 Meeting Minutes - Draft  
September 12, 2023 Workshop Minutes - Draft  
A motion was made by Mr. Banweg, seconded by Mr. Sutton, that the Minutes be approved as  
submitted. The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
6 - Mr. Banweg, Mr. Foster, Mrs. Kowalski, Mr. Ruffer, Ms. Schlademan  
and Mr. Sutton  
5.  
Proclamations  
23-0090  
A.  
Special Recognition of Constitution Week 2023  
Brief Description: Mayor Anzevino will proclaim the week of September 17  
- 23, 2023, as “Constitution Week” in Hudson, in recognition of this important  
document. Jan Kroll, Regent, and Karen Kashary, Vice Regent, of the David  
Hudson Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American  
Revolution (DAR), will be present to accept this Proclamation on behalf of the  
organization.  
Attachments:  
Constitution Week 2023  
Mayor Anzevino read the Proclamation in its entirety, recognizing Constitution Week. Jan  
Kroll and Lori Shields accepted the Proclamation on behalf of the local Chapter of the National  
Society DAR and thanked the Mayor.  
6.  
7.  
Public Comments  
Mr. Steven Snyder, 7216 Hayward Road, distributed copies of permit documentation he had received from the  
City pertaining to the Ohio Turnpike staging area. He expressed disappointment and confusion as to why the  
permit issuance was processed and approved so quickly. He asked that the City revoke the permit and amend  
the Code regarding the Temporary Use Permit process. He suggested the Planning Commission or  
Architectural/Historic Board of Review have a role in the approval process.  
Correspondence and Council Comments  
Mr. Ruffer thanked City staff for promptly replacing a fire hydrant on Highgate Drive and for meeting with  
Salvation Army representatives concerning events during the upcoming holiday season . He also welcomed high  
school students in attendance.  
Mrs. Kowalski thanked staff for arranging a meeting with a legislative aid from U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown's  
office. She reported that the City will need to re-apply for grant funding for the Nicholson Dr. Waterline  
Expansion Project, but she felt optimistic about the City's chances for obtaining grant assistance.  
Mayor Anzevino thanked Martha Marsh for her contributions to Hudson, thanked everyone who helped  
coordinate Case Barlow Farm's Annual Harvest Fest, which was very successful; offered congratulations to  
members of the Jr. Leadership Hudson Class for concentrating their leadership efforts on communication and  
collaboration; recognized four local Girl Scouts for working with the Hudson Community Foundation on a  
donation match for their park bench project; and announced upcoming events, including: video message  
regarding the Comprehensive Plan; speaking to High School Finance Class; Hudson Athletic Hall of Fame  
induction of several past Explorer athletes this Friday prior to the game; and the Vincent Baran Day of Service  
to be held this Saturday at Wood Hollow Metro Park.  
8.  
Report of Manager  
Staff announced that the audit of last year’s finances came back clean with no citations, and that the report will  
be published online for the public to review.  
23-0091  
A.  
Land Development Code Use Allowances for North Main Street  
Brief Description: The Land Development Code contains specific text  
relevant to use allowances for the west side of North Main Street in downtown  
Hudson.  
Attachments:  
City Council Memo 9.14.23 - N Main Street use allowances  
LDC District 5 Regulations  
Staff provided an update regarding current local regulations for North Main Street, which were implemented to  
help strengthen the downtown by restricting first floor properties to retail space. Mrs. Behnke said she has  
worked with a party interested in office space on North Main Street to explain the regulation and suggest  
alternate locations. She provided an update of recent/current/upcoming vacancies and property transitions on  
North Main Street. Discussion followed regarding the turn-over rate, prices per square foot compared with peer  
communities, amending the Code to provide some mechanism for property owners to ask for a variance to  
benefit small businesses, and finding the right balance of retail and office uses on North Main Street.  
This matter was discussed.  
23-0093  
B.  
Ohio Turnpike Staging Update  
Brief Description: Staff will provide follow-up information since Council’s  
discussion of September 5, 2023, regarding the Ohio Turnpike Staging Yard.  
Attachments:  
City Council Memo - Ohio Turnpike Staging Update 9.19.23  
Solicitor Memo September 2023  
Beaver Excavating letter 9.15.23  
ZC 23-728 Ohio Turnpike Yard  
Staff provided background on the permit approval process and an update on the Ohio Turnpike's project staging  
area. Staff will continue to monitor the site and work with the contractor to address complaints from area  
residents. Council will consider proposed Land Development Code amendments at a future workshop .  
This matter was discussed.  
23-0094  
C.  
Inflation Reduction Act - Solar for All Program  
Brief Description: Staff will provide follow-up information from Council’s  
discussion of September 12, 2023, regarding the Inflation Reduction Act -  
Solar for All Program.  
Attachments:  
Memo - Inflation Reduction Act Memo 9.14.23  
Staff confirmed that the City of Hudson would not qualify for this grant program but noted that staff could  
connect qualifying residents with the program.  
This matter was discussed.  
9.  
Appointments  
Mr. Foster reported that there were no appointments or current vacancies.  
10.  
Suspension of the Rules for the Consent Agenda  
A motion was made by Mr. Sutton, seconded by Mr. Foster, to suspend the rule requiring three  
readings to allow for passage of legislation on the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
Aye:  
6 - Mr. Foster, Mrs. Kowalski, Mr. Ruffer, Ms. Schlademan, Mr. Sutton and  
Mr. Banweg  
Approval of the Consent Agenda  
A motion was made by Mr. Banweg, seconded by Mr. Foster, to approve the Consent Agenda.  
The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
6 - Mrs. Kowalski, Mr. Ruffer, Ms. Schlademan, Mr. Sutton, Mr. Banweg  
and Mr. Foster  
23-0092  
A.  
B.  
A Motion to Acknowledge the Timely Receipt of the August 2023  
Monthly Financial Report  
Brief Description: Financial summaries are provided each month for  
Council’s review.  
Attachments:  
August 2023 Financial Report  
Motion No. 23-0092 was passed on the Consent Agenda.  
23-103  
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO  
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR  
THE CITY HALL BOARD ROOM A/V PROJECT WITH THE  
LOWEST AND BEST BIDDER.  
Brief Description: The project will include the complete installation of an  
audio-visual system for live streaming and recording of all public meetings in  
the board room at City Hall. This includes the equipment and wiring for  
in-room audio amplification, television screens, touch screen controllers, and  
control room equipment for the City Hall Building located at 1140 Terex  
Road.  
Attachments:  
Resolution No. 23-103  
Resolution No. 23-103 was passed on the Consent Agenda.  
23-104  
C.  
A RESOLUTION RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING AND  
RATIFYING THE CITY MANAGER’S DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT AN  
APPLICATION TO THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE  
CEMETERY GRANT PROGRAM ON BEHALF OF HUDSON  
CEMETERIES AND ACCEPTING THE AWARD.  
Brief Description: The Ohio Department of Commerce provides a cemetery  
grant to registered cemeteries in the State of Ohio for exceptional maintenance  
or training of cemetery personnel in the maintenance or operation of the  
cemetery. Funding decision to be forthcoming late September. No matching  
funds required.  
Attachments:  
Resolution No. 23-104  
Resolution No. 23-104 was passed on the Consent Agenda.  
23-105  
D.  
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER’S  
DESIGNEE TO ACCEPT AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT FIRST  
RESPONDER WELLNESS, RECRUITMENT, RETENTION &  
RESILIENCY FUNDING THROUGH THE STATE OF OHIO  
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND OHIO EMERGENCY  
MANAGEMENT AGENCY TO PROVIDE RETENTION BONUSES  
FOR ELIGIBLE MEMBERS OF HUDSON EMERGENCY MEDICAL  
SERVICES.  
Brief Description: The City of Hudson has been awarded the American  
Rescue Plan Act First Responder Wellness, Recruitment, Retention &  
Resiliency Grant to fund retention bonuses for eligible members of Hudson  
Emergency Medical Services. There is no match required.  
Attachments:  
Resolution No. 23-105  
Resolution No. 23-105 was passed on the Consent Agenda.  
23-106  
E.  
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER  
INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH GAI  
CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR THE DESIGN OF THE SR 303  
SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FROM HUDSON  
CROSSING TO NICHOLSON DRIVE.  
Brief Description: The purpose of this request for proposal (RFP) was to  
solicit proposals from professional design, engineering and surveying  
consultants (Consultant) for the analysis, engineering, and design of a 5-ft.  
pedestrian sidewalk along SR 303 from Hudson Crossing Parkway to  
Nicholson Drive, to include storm design, traffic signage, pedestrian signals,  
street lighting, pavement striping, and other miscellaneous design items as  
described in the formal Request for Proposals (RFP).  
Attachments:  
Resolution No. 23-106  
Resolution No. 23-106 was passed on the Consent Agenda.  
23-107  
F.  
A RESOLUTION TO INCREASE THE PROJECT COST TO BID AND  
AWARD THE MIDDLETON ROAD SIDEWALK, PHASE 2 PROJECT  
TO THE AMOUNT OF $1,568,016.00.  
Brief Description: The project will include the installation of a new sidewalk  
along Middleton Road from SR 91 to Valley View Road. Project bids were  
received and were in excess of 10% of the Engineer’s Estimate.  
Attachments:  
Middleton Rd Phase 2 Rebid Map  
Connectivity Funds all project years 2023.08.29  
Resolution No. 23-107  
Resolution No. 23-107 was passed on the Consent Agenda.  
23-108  
G.  
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO  
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR  
REPLACEMENT OF THE RETAINING WALL AT EDGEVIEW  
DRIVE AND SR 91.  
Brief Description: This project will include the replacement of a block  
retaining wall within the City’s right-of-way along Darrow Road (SR 91) at  
Edgeview Drive and at 7436 Darrow Road.  
Attachments:  
Edgeview Drive and 91 Retaining Wall Map  
Resolution No. 23-108  
Resolution No. 23-108 was passed on the Consent Agenda.  
23-109  
H.  
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPLY  
FOR FEDERAL SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BLOCK GRANT  
PROGRAM FUNDS, RESURFACING PROGRAM FUNDS, AND  
TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES SET ASIDE FUNDING  
PROGRAMMED BY THE AKRON METROPOLITAN AREA  
TRANSPORTATION STUDY TO CONSTRUCT THE VARIOUS  
PROJECTS LISTED HEREIN.  
Brief Description: This legislation is necessary to apply to AMATS for  
federal funds.  
Attachments:  
2023 AMATS Project Applications Summary  
2023 AMATS Project App Map  
Resolution No. 23-109  
Resolution No. 23-109 was passed on the Consent Agenda.  
23-110  
I.  
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO MAKE  
A JOINT APPLICATION WITH THE CITY OF STOW, OHIO  
(“STOW”) FOR FEDERAL SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BLOCK  
GRANT PROGRAM (“STBG”) FUNDS AND TRANSPORTATION  
ALTERNATES SET ASIDE PROGRAM (“TASA”) FUNDS  
PROGRAMMED BY THE AKRON METROPOLITAN AREA  
TRANSPORTATION STUDY (“AMATS”) FOR THE NORTON ROAD  
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT AND VETERANS TRAIL RAILS TO  
TRAIL PROJECT.  
Brief Description: This legislation is necessary to apply to AMATS for  
federal funds. The City of Stow is the sponsor for these improvements.  
Attachments:  
2023 AMATS Project Applications Summary  
2023 AMATS Project App Map  
Resolution No. 23-110  
Resolution No. 23-110 was passed on the Consent Agenda.  
11.  
A.  
Legislation  
23-102  
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE FOUR - UTILITIES, CHAPTER  
1040 - WATER, SECTION 1040.06 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES  
ENTITLED “WATER WELLS PROHIBITED WHERE MUNICIPAL  
WATER SERVICE AVAILABLE; EXCEPTIONS”  
Brief Description: This amendment will clarify that where City of Hudson  
water is or becomes available property owner will be required to use City  
water exclusively for potable water supply, unless a well is already in use.  
Exceptions for other (non-potable uses) will be permitted with conditions.  
Attachments:  
1040.06.markup - Exhibit "A"  
1040.06.original  
1040.06.proposed  
Ordinance No. 23-102  
Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 23-102, which constituted its second reading.  
23-111  
B.  
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER  
INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CLEVELAND FOR AN  
EXTENSION OF A WATER LINE ALONG CHITTENDEN ROAD IN  
THE VILLAGE OF BOSTON HEIGHTS.  
Brief Description: The City of Hudson and the City of Cleveland wish to  
enter into an agreement in order for the City of Hudson to supply a specified  
portion of Chittenden Road with Hudson water as shown on the attached map.  
6231 Chittenden Road will become the City of Hudson’s customer and the  
City of Hudson will read, bill, and maintain the waterline along this specified  
portion of Chittenden Road.  
Attachments:  
Exhibit A - Chittenden Waterline Map  
Boston Heights Approval  
Cleveland Water Approval  
Resolution No. 23-111  
Mayor Anzevino read the title of Resolution No. 23-111, which constituted its first reading.  
23-112  
C.  
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF  
$740,000 OF TAXABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NONTAX  
REVENUE BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF  
THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING  
COSTS OF ACQUIRING APPROXIMATELY 4.0 ACRES OF REAL  
PROPERTY LOCATED NEAR THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF  
OWEN BROWN STREET AND MORSE ROAD.  
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the refinancing of existing  
financial obligations of the City. It allows for the rollover of note proceeds  
used to pay for the former Windstream property at 100 Owen Brown Street,  
purchased as part of the Downtown Phase II Project.  
Attachments:  
Ordinance No. 23-112  
Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 23-112, which constituted its first reading.  
23-113  
D.  
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF  
$925,000 OF TAXABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NONTAX  
REVENUE BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF  
THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING  
COSTS OF ACQUIRING APPROXIMATELY 1.0 ACRE OF REAL  
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 94 OWEN BROWN STREET.  
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the former  
Windstream property at 94 Owen Brown Street, purchased as part of the  
Downtown Phase II Project.  
Attachments:  
Ordinance No. 23-113  
Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 23-113, which constituted its first reading.  
23-114  
E.  
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF  
$1,400,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF  
BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF  
CONSTRUCTING, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING A NEW  
CLUBHOUSE AT THE CITY’S ELLSWORTH MEADOWS GOLF  
CLUB AND CLEARING, IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING ITS SITE.  
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing a portion of the  
new clubhouse at Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club. The total cost is estimated  
at $2 million. The balance of the project cost will be paid from the golf course  
fund balance.  
Attachments:  
Fiscal Officer's Certificate  
Ordinance No. 23-114  
Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 23-114, which constituted its first reading.  
23-115  
F.  
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF  
$7,500,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF  
BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF IMPROVING  
CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5810 HUDSON DRIVE BY  
CONSTRUCTING, FURNISHING, EQUIPPING AND OTHERWISE  
IMPROVING (i) A NEW SALT STORAGE FACILITY AND (ii) A NEW  
BUS MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE FACILITY AND CLEARING,  
IMPROVING AND EQUIPPING THE SITE.  
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the refinancing of existing  
financial obligations of the City. It allows for the sale of notes to finance the  
cost of the new bus garage and salt storage facility.  
Attachments:  
Fiscal Officer's Certificate  
Ordinance No. 23-115  
Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 23-115, which constituted its first reading.  
23-116  
G.  
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF  
$1,900,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF  
BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF ACQUIRING  
REAL PROPERTY IDENTIFIED BY THE SUMMIT COUNTY  
FISCAL OFFICER AS PERMANENT PARCEL NOS. 30-01315 AND  
30-01316 AND CONSISTING OF APPROXIMATELY 31 ACRES  
KNOWN AS 5431 HUDSON DRIVE IN THE CITY FOR THE  
PURPOSE OF PROVIDING A FACILITY HOUSING FUNCTIONS OF  
THE CITY’S DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS.  
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the purchase of  
the Hudson Drive property that will be used for the new Public Works facility.  
Attachments:  
Fiscal Officer's Certificate  
Ordinance No. 23-116  
Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 23-116, which constituted its first reading.  
23-117  
H.  
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF  
$1,750,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF  
BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF IMPROVING  
THE CITY’S RECREATIONAL FACILITIES BY INSTALLING AND  
IMPROVING A MULTIPURPOSE TRAIL ALONG BOSTON MILLS  
ROAD BETWEEN TIMBERLINE TRAIL AND LAKE FOREST  
DRIVE.  
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the trail along  
Boston Mills Road from Timberline Trail (Reserve at River Oaks) to Lake  
Forest Drive as part of the connectivity plan.  
Attachments:  
Fiscal Officer's Certificate  
Ordinance No. 23-117  
Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 23-117, which constituted its first reading.  
23-118  
I.  
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF  
$1,000,000 OF NOTES, IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF  
BONDS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING COSTS OF IMPROVING  
THE CITY’S RECREATIONAL FACILITIES BY INSTALLING AND  
IMPROVING A MULTIPURPOSE TRAIL ALONG VALLEY VIEW  
ROAD BETWEEN STATE ROUTE 91 AND HUNTING HOLLOW  
DRIVE AND CONTINUING ON HUNTING HOLLOW DRIVE TO  
PROSPECT ROAD.  
Brief Description: This ordinance allows for the financing of the trail along  
Valley View Road between SR 91 and Hunting Hollow Drive and on Hunting  
Hollow Drive to Prospect Road as part of the connectivity plan.  
Attachments:  
Fiscal Officer's Certificate  
Ordinance No. 23-118  
Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 23-118, which constituted its first reading.  
12.  
Executive Session  
A motion was made by Mr. Foster, seconded by Mr. Banweg, to enter into executive session  
pursuant to Ohio Revised Code section 121.22(G)(2) to consider the purchase of property for  
public purposes, if premature disclosure of information would give an unfair competitive or  
bargaining advantage to a person who’s personal, private interest is adverse to the general  
public interest with no Council business to transpire thereafter. Invited to the meeting are all  
members of Council, the Mayor, the Solicitor, the City Manager, and those designated by the  
City Manager as necessary. Mayor Anzevino recessed the meeting at 8:31 p.m. after the motion  
carried by the following vote:  
Aye:  
6 - Mr. Ruffer, Ms. Schlademan, Mr. Sutton, Mr. Banweg, Mr. Foster and  
Mrs. Kowalski  
Mayor Anzevino reconvened the regular meeting at 8:54 p.m.  
13.  
Adjournment  
There being no further business, Mayor Anzevino adjourned the Council meeting at 8:54 p.m.  
_______________________________  
Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor  
_______________________________  
Elizabeth Slagle, Acting Clerk of Council  
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 220.03(d), Rules.