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, August 27, 2024  
7:30 PM  
Town Hall  
27 East Main Street  
1.  
Call to Order  
7 -  
Present:  
Mr. Banweg, Dr. Bird, Mr. Foster, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs.  
Kowalski and Mr. Sutton  
Others & Staff in Attendance: Mr. Sheridan, City Manager; Mr. Comeriato, Assistant City Manager -  
Operations; Mr. Gerbracht, Station Manager; Mr. Hannan, Community Development Director; Mr. Knoblauch,  
Assistant City Manager - Financial/Special Projects; Mr. Kosco, City Engineer; Mr. Leiter, HCTV Production  
Assistant; Mr. Powell, Assistant Public Works Director; Mr. Sugar, City Planner; and Mr. Szalay, Senior  
Engineer.  
2.  
Correspondence and Council Comments  
Mr. Banweg stated that Council and staff are listening to all community feedback and the decisions are based  
off of all the information received regarding the Valley View and Hines Hill sidewalk project. He further stated  
that he recently walked the downtown area with a visually impaired resident and would like to have a future  
discussion regarding the installation of a High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) signal at the crosswalk  
near the Clock Tower.  
Mayor Anzevino addressed and corrected misinformation provided to the Western Reserve Community Band  
concerning their lease at City Hall. Dr. Goetz, a member of the Western Reserve Community Band, explained  
that she conveyed the information and apologized if the information she provided was misunderstood . Mr.  
Foster emphasized the importance of ensuring accurate information to prevent the spread of misinformation to  
the public.  
Mr. Foster stated that the National Bank Clearing System may have been compromised, citing recent problems  
observed within his company. He advised residents to monitor their accounts, especially if they use checks or  
banking apps.  
3.  
Discussion Items  
24-0079  
A.  
Follow-up: Hines Hill Road and Valley View Road Sidewalk Project  
Brief Description: Based upon Council input from the January 9, 2024 and  
March 12, 2024, Council Workshops, staff has proceeded with further  
evaluating the Hines Hill Road and Valley View Road sidewalk project  
alignments and budget. Staff will present updates on the design and next steps  
towards construction of new sidewalks along three segments including: Hines  
Hill Road (between Valley View Road and Glastonbury Drive) and Valley  
View Road (between Hunting Hollow Drive and Hines Hill Road) and Valley  
View Road (between Hines Hill Road and Middleton Road).  
Attachments:  
Attachment A: Alternates Matrix  
Attachment B: Public Comments via Web  
Attachment C: Input Summary via other  
Attachment D: Sidewalk Cost Summary  
Attachment E: Sidewalk & Trail Map 8-22-24  
Mr. Kosco and Mr. Szalay from the City of Hudson provided background information regarding the design of  
the proposed sidewalk along Valley View Road and Hines Hill Road. Mike Woodring, a consultant with  
AECOM, presented information regarding the sidewalk section along Valley View Road from Hines Hill Road to  
Middleton Road that included safety, cost, public input, and preferred option. Council discussion followed that  
included impacts to private fences, difference between the safety measure on the matrix for the east versus the  
west side, survey of all residents regarding the desire for a sidewalk, and location of sidewalk along Hines Hill  
Road. There was Council consensus to move forward with the sidewalk on the west side of Valley View Road  
between Hunting Hollow Drive and Hines Hill Road, Option A on Valley View Road along the east side, Option  
D on Hines Hill Road along the north side, and pause design on Option B on Valley View Road and Option C  
on Hines Hill Road.  
This matter was discussed.  
24-0057  
B.  
Future Budgeting of Hudson Community Television  
Brief Description: At the request of City Council, HCTV and City staff will  
be present to discuss the HCTV budget.  
Attachments:  
HCTV council memo 8-27-2024  
AMENDED - HCTV 5 yr Plan - Aug. 2024  
HCTV 5 yr capital - draft 2025-2029  
HCTV staff cost allocation - 2024 budget  
Mr. Gerbracht presented updated information from the previous discussion in June regarding where staff time is  
spent, studio space, and master control. Council discussion followed that included breakout of time spent on  
editing HCTV videos, Public Access programming, evaluation of schools cost share, and number of people  
viewing the public access shows. Mr. Gerbracht stated that he will put a memo together for Council regarding  
costs and time for editing videos, cost spent on Public Access programming, and costs associated with Hudson  
City Schools.  
*Correction: During discussion Mr. Gerbracht stated when HCTV started in 1986, there was an agreement  
between the School Board and the City, this agreement was done in 1996.  
This matter was discussed.  
24-103  
C.  
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING IN CONCEPT THE 2024 SAFE  
ROUTES TO SCHOOL TRAVEL PLAN.  
Brief Description: The Safe Routes to School Travel Plan was last updated in  
2011. In 2023, the City received a grant from the Ohio Department of  
Transportation (ODOT) to develop a new School Travel Plan. A core team  
was selected to guide the effort, consisting of representatives from Hudson  
City Schools, City Council, and City Staff. With the assistance of an  
engineering traffic safety consultant, the new School Travel Plan was recently  
completed. City staff will review the plan with City Council.  
Attachments:  
Memo To Council 9-3-2024  
Exhibit A - 2024 Safe Routes School Travel Plan 9-3-2024  
2011 Safe Routes School Travel Plan  
Exhibit A - 08-27-2024  
Resolution No. 24-103  
Mr. Sugar, City Planner and Mr. Tom Barone, Hudson Schools Director of Operations, presented information  
on the Safe Routes to School Program and the process on putting together the 2024 Safe Routes to School  
Travel Plan. Mr. Foster requested a copy of the City's current plan so he can compare it to this plan . Mr.  
Sugar further stated that this plan is an advisory document to the Comprehensive Plan.  
This matter was discussed.  
24-0080  
D.  
2024 Land Development Code Amendment Discussion  
Brief Description: Discussion of possible Land Development Code  
Amendments to consider for 2024.  
Attachments:  
LDC updates 2024 8.15.24  
Mr. Hannan reviewed various amendments to the Land Development Code to be considered for 2024 based on  
input from Council, Planning Commission, staff or within the Comprehensive Plan revision. Council provided  
feedback on each proposed amendment.  
This matter was discussed.  
4.  
Proposed Consent Agenda for September 3, 2024, Council Meeting  
24-99  
A.  
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO  
AMEND THE AGREEMENT WITH NORFOLK SOUTHERN FOR  
PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING SERVICES; AND DECLARING AN  
EMERGENCY.  
Brief Description: In 2018, the City commenced with the preliminary design  
of a new multi-purpose path that would connect the City’s Barlow Farm Park  
to Summit County's Wood Hollow Metropark. Part of the proposed path will  
cross the Norfolk Southern Railroad tracks in between the two parks. In 2018,  
the City entered into an Agreement with Norfolk Southern for Preliminary  
Engineering Services for the review of the City’s design of the proposed path  
along Barlow Road in the amount of $22,500. City staff has continued to  
refine the design for the project and Norfolk Southern has estimated that an  
additional $10,000 is required to finalize the preliminary engineering review  
for this project.  
Attachments:  
Exhibit Barlow Farm Path  
Resolution No. 24-99  
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the September 3, 2024, Council  
meeting.  
24-103  
B.  
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING IN CONCEPT THE 2024 SAFE  
ROUTES TO SCHOOL TRAVEL PLAN.  
Brief Description: The Safe Routes to School Travel Plan was last updated in  
2011. In 2023, the City received a grant from the Ohio Department of  
Transportation (ODOT) to develop a new School Travel Plan. A core team  
was selected to guide the effort, consisting of representatives from Hudson  
City Schools, City Council, and City Staff. With the assistance of an  
engineering traffic safety consultant, the new School Travel Plan was recently  
completed. City staff will review the plan with City Council.  
Attachments:  
Memo To Council 9-3-2024  
Exhibit A - 2024 Safe Routes School Travel Plan 9-3-2024  
2011 Safe Routes School Travel Plan  
Exhibit A - 08-27-2024  
Resolution No. 24-103  
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the September 3, 2024, Council  
meeting.  
24-100  
C.  
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO  
EXECUTE A CHANGE ORDER TO THE CONTRACT WITH  
ANTHONY ALLEGA CEMENT CONTRACTOR FOR THE  
MIDDLETON ROAD SIDEWALK INSTALLATION, PHASE 2  
PROJECT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  
Brief Description: Due to the need to remediate damage from the storm event  
on August 8, 2024 as well as make improvements to capture more runoff  
during storms, City staff is requesting a change to the contract with Anthony  
Allega Cement Contractor in the amount of $56,000.  
Attachments:  
Resolution No. 24-100  
Mr. Sutton asked if this cost was for repairing prepped surfaces affected by the storm or is this cost to make  
additional storm water changes. Mr. Kosco stated that the cost is for both and provided an explanation of the  
damage and the additional changes to handle storm water runoff.  
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the September 3, 2024, Council  
meeting.  
24-101  
D.  
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE AMOUNTS AND RATES AS  
DETERMINED BY THE BUDGET COMMISSION AND  
AUTHORIZING THE NECESSARY TAX LEVIES AND CERTIFYING  
THEM TO THE COUNTY FISCAL OFFICER; AND DECLARING AN  
EMERGENCY.  
Brief Description: Each year the City is required to pass a resolution  
accepting the property tax amounts and rates as determined by the County  
Budget Commission.  
Attachments:  
Exhibit A  
Resolution No. 24-101  
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the September 3, 2024, Council  
meeting.  
24-102  
E.  
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER  
INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH K2M  
DESIGN FOR THE COMPLETION OF A COMPREHENSIVE FIRE  
AND EMS STAFFING AND FACILITIES NEEDS STUDY FOR THE  
CITY OF HUDSON; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  
Brief Description: The purpose of this request for proposal (RFP) was to  
solicit qualification & fee proposals from qualified Consultants for a  
comprehensive City of Hudson Fire and EMS Staffing and Facility Needs  
Study for the City of Hudson to use as a guide in the future. This study will  
include an in-depth review of staffing and operational efficiency. The study  
will also evaluate the current and future facility and equipment needs for Fire  
and EMS.  
Attachments:  
Resolution No. 24-102  
Mr. Sheridan stated that the study is expected to be completed in January 2025.  
This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the September 3, 2024, Council  
meeting.  
5.  
Proposed Legislation for September 3, 2024, Council Meeting  
24-104  
A.  
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1205.09 AND 1205.11 OF  
THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO DISTRICT  
REGULATION SETBACKS FOR ADJACENT RESIDENTIAL  
PROPERTIES.  
Brief Description: Land Development Code Amendment to require uses  
within D6 and D8 that are adjacent to residentially used properties to be  
increased to match the setbacks required when such uses are adjacent to  
residentially zoned properties.  
Attachments:  
LDC Amendment - 1205 D6 and D8 Setback to adjacent residential  
property  
Ordinance No. 24-104  
This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the September 3, 2024, Council  
meeting.  
24-105  
B.  
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1206.05 OF THE LAND  
DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO NON-CONFORMING  
RESIDENTIAL USES.  
Brief Description: Land Development Code Amendment to provide greater  
ability of existing non-conforming residential properties to rebuild or expand  
an existing dwelling on an existing parcel.  
Attachments:  
LDC Amendment - Section 1206.05(4)(B) Non-conforming residential use  
Ordinance No. 24-105  
This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the September 3, 2024, Council  
meeting.  
TMP-7449  
C.  
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY COUNCIL RULES TO  
ESTABLISH A PROCESS FOR THE REFERRAL OF MATTERS TO  
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS EFFICIENTLY BY MOTION; AND  
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.  
Brief Description: This ordinance simplifies the parliamentary procedure for  
City Council’s referral of items or topics to City boards and commissions.  
Attachments:  
Draft Ordinance  
Due to a glitch within the agenda program, this item was not posted to the public. This item will be moved to  
the September 10, 2024, Council workshop.  
6.  
Items to be Added to Future Agendas  
Mr. Foster stated that a Proclamation regarding the Hudson High School Chamber Orchestra will appear on  
the September 3, 2024, Council agenda.  
Mr. Banweg requested discussion regarding adding a High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) signal at the  
crosswalk near the Clock Tower. He further stated that a draft of the legislation related to the carry-over of  
funds toward infrastructure will appear on the September 10, 2024, Council workshop.  
Mayor Anzevino mentioned that he has a few proclamations that will be included in upcoming meetings.  
7.  
Adjournment  
There being no further discussion, Mr. Foster adjourned the Council workshop meeting at 9:38  
p.m.  
_______________________________  
Christopher W. Foster, President of Council  
_______________________________  
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.