City of Hudson, Ohio

Meeting Minutes - Final

City Council

Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor

Michael W. Bird, Council Member (Ward 4)

Samantha D'Eramo, Council Member (At-Large)

Patricia L. Goetz, Council Member (Ward 1)

Skylar J. Sutton, Council Member (Ward 3)

Amanda Weinstein, Council Member (At-Large)

Vacant (Ward 2)

Vacant (At-Large)

Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager

Marshal Pitchford, City Solicitor & Special Counsel

Aparna Wheeler, Clerk of Council

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

7:30 PM

Town Hall

27 East Main Street

Council Meeting:

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.

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

Oaths of Office for At-Large Councilmembers Weinstein and D'Eramo

Dr. Weinstein was sworn in first by Senator Casey Weinstein. Ms. D'Eramo was then sworn in

by Representative Derrick Hall.

Roll Call

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Present:

Dr. Bird, Ms. D'Eramo, Dr. Goetz, Mr. Sutton and Dr. Weinstein

Staff in Attendance: Mr. Sheridan, City Manager; Mr. Pitchford, City Solicitor & Special Counsel; Ms. Wheeler,

Clerk of Council; Mr. Hannan, Community Development Director; Mr. Knoblauch, Assistant City Manager -

Financial/Special Projects; Mr. Leiter, HCTV Production Assistant; Mr. Tabak, Police Chief; and Mr. Wash,

Assistant Public Works Director.

Approval of the Minutes

25-0132

Minutes of Previous Council Meetings

Brief Description: Draft minutes of previous meetings are provided for City

Council’s review and approval.

Attachments:

November 18, 2025 Combined Council & Workshop Meeting Minutes -

Draft

A motion was made by Dr. Goetz, seconded by Dr. Bird, to approve the minutes.

A motion was made by Dr. Bird, seconded by Dr. Goetz, to amend the deadline for Ward 2

applications from November 25, 2025 to November 26, 2025. The motion carried by the

following vote:

Aye:

3 - Dr. Bird, Dr. Goetz and Mr. Sutton

2 - Ms. D'Eramo and Dr. Weinstein

Abstain:

Public Comments

Ms. Sarah Norman, 2212 Edgeview Dr., expressed her thanks to outgoing Councilmembers Karen Heater and

Chris Foster.

Ms. Lisa Radigan, 84 Stratford Road, congratulated Dr. Weinstein and Ms. D'Eramo.

Mr. James Field, 2700 Parkside Dr., congratulated outgoing and incoming Councilmembers, and noted that

many came to support the Soccer4All program.

Ms. Megan Higgins, 6387 Forest Edge Dr., stated her hopes that the new leadership will work together for the

betterment of the community.

Correspondence and Council Comments

Dr. Goetz congratulated Ms. D'Eramo and Dr. Weinstein, and stated that she attended several City board

meetings and requested training for decorum and professionalism.

Dr. Bird welcomed Ms. D'Eramo and Dr. Weinstein, and hoped to continue to focus on the community.

Dr. Weinstein thanked the community, acknowledged the importance of a Council position, and thanked

outgoing Councilmembers for time spent away from their families to serve the City.

Ms. D'Eramo echoed Dr. Weinstein's comments and is honored to serve as Councilmember.

Mayor Anzevino read from a prepared statement regarding collaboration, calm and measured discussions, and

duty to the community of Hudson. He also read a resident email into the record, who preferred voters decide

the Ward 2 vacancy via election.

Election to Fill the Unexpired Term of the President of Council

Mayor Anzevino provided a brief background on the unexpired term of Council President .

A motion was made by Ms. D'Eramo, seconded by Dr. Goetz, that Dr. Bird be elected to fill the

unexpired term of the President of Council. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

Nay:

4 - Ms. D'Eramo, Dr. Goetz, Dr. Weinstein and Dr. Bird

1 - Mr. Sutton

Report of Manager

On behalf of the City administration, Mr. Sheridan welcomed Ms. D'Eramo and Dr. Weinstein to Council. He

also stated that Hudson's Home for the Holidays is Friday, November 28 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm for the

lighting of the greens; Saturday, November 29 is Small Business Saturday; pumpkins for composting can be

dropped off in the rear parking lot of City Hall until December 1, the Boy Scout Christmas Tree Sale begins and

will continue through December 14; and the last leaf pickup is the week of December 1.

Appointments

25-0133

Volunteer Fire Fighters Dependent Fund Board

Brief Description: Annually, the City must appoint members to the Volunteer

Fire Fighters Dependent Fund Board.

Dr. Bird requested interest from Councilmembers and stated that appointments would be made at the December

2, 2025, Council meeting.

This item was discussed.

10.

Suspension of the Rules for the Consent Agenda

A motion was made by Dr. Bird, seconded by Dr. Goetz, to suspend the rule requiring three

readings for the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

5 - Dr. Goetz, Mr. Sutton, Dr. Weinstein, Dr. Bird and Ms. D'Eramo

Approval of the Consent Agenda

A motion was made by Dr. Bird, seconded by Dr. Goetz, to approve the Consent Agenda. The

motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

5 - Mr. Sutton, Dr. Weinstein, Dr. Bird, Ms. D'Eramo and Dr. Goetz

25-0134

A Motion to Acknowledge the Timely Receipt of the October 2025

Monthly Financial Report

Brief Description: Financial summaries are provided each month for

Council’s review.

Attachments:

October 2025 Financial Report

Motion No. 25-0134 was approved on the Consent Agenda.

25-175

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ADVERTISE FOR COMPETITIVE BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A

CONTRACT FOR THE STOW ROAD SIDEWALK PROJECT

BETWEEN STATE ROUTE 303 AND RAVENNA STREET.

Brief Description: The project includes the installation of a new 5’ concrete

sidewalk along the west side of Stow Road between SR 303 and Ravenna

Street.

Attachments:

Location Map

Resolution No. 25-175

Resolution No. 25-175 was approved on the Consent Agenda.

25-176

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS FOR

THE INTERIOR RENOVATION OF THE EXISTING FIRE AND EMS

BUILDING AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A DETACHED GARAGE

LOCATED AT 40 S. OVIATT STREET WITH THE LOWEST AND

BEST BIDDER; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This Resolution would authorize the advertisement, receipt

of bids and award of contracts for the interior renovation of the existing Fire

and EMS Building as well as the construction of an outbuilding for use by the

Fire Department located at 40 S. Oviatt Street.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 25-176

Resolution No. 25-176 was approved on the Consent Agenda.

25-177

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY’S PAY RANGE

STRUCTURE AND PAY RANGE ASSIGNMENTS SCHEDULE

ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 24-154; AND DECLARING AN

EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This Ordinance authorizes an annual salary adjustment

for the City's non-bargaining unit employees. The Pay Range Structure chart

attached to the Ordinance has been adjusted by a factor of 1.03 over the 2025

Pay Range Structure figures. This Ordinance also amends the City’s Pay

Range Assignment Schedule.

Attachments:

Exhibit A - 2026 pay ranges - Non Union Final - City Council

Exhibit B - 2026 Pay Range Assignment - City Council

Ordinance No. 25-177

Ordinance No. 25-177 was approved on the Consent Agenda.

25-178

AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FIRE STATION RENOVATION

FUND (421).

Brief Description: The purpose of this Ordinance is to establish a separate

fund to track the funding and construction costs of the renovations at the

fire/EMS station.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-178

Ordinance No. 25-178 was approved on the Consent Agenda.

25-179

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH GPD

GROUP FOR THE PURPOSE OF PERFORMING AN ARC FLASH

STUDY.

Brief Description: The proposed Arc Flash Study will evaluate Hudson

Public Power’s substations and distribution system’s arc flash rating, safety

requirements and clearances based on configuration, load and equipment. Arc

Flash studies are performed on a 5-year cycle to account for changes in the

operations and equipment utilized in the electrical system.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 25-179

Resolution No. 25-179 was approved on the Consent Agenda.

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Legislation

25-146

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING DISTRICT

MAP OF THE CITY OF HUDSON AND CHAPTER 1205, CHAPTER

1206, AND CHAPTER 1213 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE

TO ESTABLISH ZONING DISTRICT 11.

Brief Description: Proposed amendment to the Land Development Code to

establish Zoning District 11 along the South Darrow Road Corridor.

Attachments:

Exhibit A: District 11 Regulations Draft 9.2.25

Zoning Dsitrict 11 Boundary Map

Hudson Zoning Map - Proposed 9.16.25

South Darrow Subcommittee District 8 to Proposed District 11 Matrix

7.21.2025

City Council Memo - Subcommittee Research Summary

South Darrow Road Zoning Timeline 08.29.2025

Ordinance No. 25-146

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 25-146, which constituted its third reading.

A motion was made by Dr. Goetz, seconded by Dr. Bird, that Ordinance No. 25-146 be

postponed to a date certain of February 17, 2026. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

5 - Dr. Weinstein, Dr. Bird, Ms. D'Eramo, Dr. Goetz and Mr. Sutton

25-163

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 410.01, SCHEDULE I,

“EXISTING POSTED SPEED LIMITS,” OF THE TRAFFIC CODE TO

LOWER THE SPEED LIMIT FROM 45 MILES PER HOUR TO 35

MILES PER HOUR ON HINES HILL ROAD BETWEEN THE

WESTERN CORPORATION LINE TO PROSPECT STREET; AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: During the preliminary design of the Hines Hill Road

Bridge project, it was determined that the speed limit along Hines Hill Road

from the western corporation line to Prospect Street should be lowered from

45 mph to 35 mph.

Attachments:

Dr. Goetz acknowledged resident concerns and said she would support the passage of the Ordinance .

Dr. Bird stated that travel time would take 32 seconds longer with the reduction of the speed limit and it would

also reduce the risk of injury by 50 percent, and would therefore support the passage of the Ordinance .

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 25-163, which constituted its third reading.

A motion was made by Dr. Bird, seconded by Dr. Goetz, to approve Ordinance No. 25-163. The

motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

Nay:

4 - Dr. Bird, Ms. D'Eramo, Dr. Goetz and Dr. Weinstein

1 - Mr. Sutton

25-164

A RESOLUTION ADOPTING IN CONCEPT THE CITY OF HUDSON

FIVE-YEAR PLAN 2026-2030.

Brief Description: This resolution adopts in concept the City’s Five-Year

Plan.

Attachments:

Council Memo - Five Year Plan Highlights 2026- 2030

Exhibit A Revised: 2026 - 2030 Five Year Plan - Final Draft 11-25-25

Exhibit A: 2026 - 2030 Five Year Plan - Original Draft 10-14-2025

Changes to 2026-2030 Five Year Plan 11-25-25

Changes to 2026-2030 Five Year Plan (for 10-21-25)

Schedule for 2026 - 2030 Five Yr Plan & Budget - 1-1-2025

Resolution No. 25-164

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Resolution No. 25-164, which constituted its third reading.

Dr. Bird acknowledged that it was a "big ask" for new Councilmembers to pass the legislation but also noted it

would facilitate financial planning in the short-term and can be modified in the future.

A motion was made by Dr. Goetz, seconded by Dr. Bird, that Resolution No. 25-164 be adopted

as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

5 - Ms. D'Eramo, Dr. Goetz, Mr. Sutton, Dr. Weinstein and Dr. Bird

25-165

AN ORDINANCE TO MAKE APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE

CURRENT EXPENSES AND OTHER EXPENDITURES OF THE CITY

OF HUDSON, COUNTY OF SUMMIT, STATE OF OHIO, DURING

THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2026 AND ENDING

DECEMBER 31, 2026

Brief Description: This Ordinance establishes the City’s budget for 2026.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-165

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 25-165, which constituted its third reading.

A motion was made by Dr. Goetz, seconded by Dr. Bird, that Ordinance No. 25-165 be adopted

on third reading. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

5 - Dr. Goetz, Mr. Sutton, Dr. Weinstein, Dr. Bird and Ms. D'Eramo

25-166

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT WITH BEAVER

EXCAVATING REGARDING THE USE OF PARCEL 3009781 AS A

TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION YARD.

Brief Description: Beaver Excavating is stating a need to utilize the current

construction yard until July 5, 2026, the end date of the lease agreement.

Since the City purchased the property while the lease from the previous owner

was still in effect, the Solicitors office recommends a settlement agreement to

allow the use of the property under the expired permit until the lease

expiration and to require liquidated damages to ensure they vacate per the

lease expiration in July and that the site be properly restored.

Attachments:

Stow Rd Executed Property Agreement

Stow Rd Property Permit Extension Request #3 July 2025

Resolution No. 25-166

Dr. Bird stated that the legislation illustrated the best way to exit the parcel in the best shape.

Mr. Pitchford provided background, stating that a permit was granted with the previous landowner, several

extensions were granted, the City then acquired the parcel and assumed the terms of the lease, and the legal

agreement allows the company to restore the property to its original condition.

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Resolution No. 25-166, which constituted its third reading.

A motion was made by Dr. Goetz, seconded by Dr. Bird, to approve Resolution No. 25-166. The

motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

Nay:

4 - Dr. Goetz, Dr. Weinstein, Dr. Bird and Ms. D'Eramo

1 - Mr. Sutton

25-169

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT

TO ENTER INTO A RETROACTIVE AMENDMENT TO THE CITY

MANAGER EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT WITH THOMAS J.

SHERIDAN; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: City Council will take action pertaining to City Manager

Thomas Sheridan’s Employment Agreement and his annual review.

Attachments:

Exhibit A: Sheridan Employment Contract Amendment - 2025

Resolution No. 25-169

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Resolution No. 25-169, which constituted its third reading.

A motion was made by Dr. Bird, seconded by Dr. Goetz, that Resolution No. 25-169 be

postponed to a date certain of December 16, 2025. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

5 - Dr. Weinstein, Dr. Bird, Ms. D'Eramo, Dr. Goetz and Mr. Sutton

25-170

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF A

COMMEMORATIVE PLAQUE FOR PRESIDENT-ELECT

ABRAHAM LINCOLN’S TRAIN STOP ON FEBRUARY 15, 1861, ON

THE SITE OF THE FORMER HUDSON RAILROAD DEPOT.

Brief Description: The City Administration discussed in August 2025 this

commemorative plaque that was erected several years ago near the site of the

former Hudson train depot commemorating President-Elect Abraham

Lincoln’s stop in Hudson on February 15, 1861 on his route to Washington

D.C. for his first inauguration.

Attachments:

Abraham Lincoln Plaque

Existing Site Location Map

Historical Map

Resolution No. 25-170

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Resolution No. 25-170, which constituted its third reading.

A motion was made by Dr. Goetz, seconded by Dr. Bird, to approve Resolution No. 25-170. The

motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

5 - Dr. Bird, Ms. D'Eramo, Dr. Goetz, Mr. Sutton and Dr. Weinstein

25-173

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 220 OF THE

CODIFIED ORDINANCES TO CREATE A “CLERK PRO

TEMPORE.”

Brief Description: City Council seeks to create and define the role of

a Clerk of Council Pro Tempore, who will serve in the absence or

disability of the Clerk of Council.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-173

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 25-173, which constituted its second reading.

25-180

A RESOLUTION SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY

THE QUESTION OF THE RENEWAL OF AN EXISTING 2.9 MILL

TAX LEVY AND AN INCREASE OF 0.6 MILL, FOR A TOTAL OF 3.5

MILLS IN EXCESS OF THE TEN-MILL LIMITATION, FOR THE

PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING THE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY OF THE

HUDSON LIBRARY AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY; AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This legislation formally refers the Hudson Library’s

request for the renewal of the 2.9 mill and an increase of an additional 0.6

mill, for a total of a 3.5 mill levy, to the Summit County Board of Elections to

be placed on the May 5, 2026 ballot. If adopted, the levy would last five years.

Attachments:

Hudson Library Certificate of Estimated Property Tax Revenue

Resolution No. 25-180

Resolution No. 25-180 (revised for 11-25-25)

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Resolution No. 25-180, which constituted its first reading.

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13.

Adjournment

There being no further business, Mayor Anzevino adjourned the meeting at 8:31 p.m.

Council Workshop:

Call to Order

Mayor Anzevino called to order the workshop of Hudson City Council at 8:41 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 Bird, in accordance with Council Rules.

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Present:

Dr. Bird, Ms. D'Eramo, Dr. Goetz, Mr. Sutton and Dr. Weinstein

Others & Staff in Attendance: Mr. Sheridan, City Manager; Mr. Hannan, Community Development Director;

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

and Trent Wash, Assistant Public Works Director.

14.

Correspondence and Council Comments

None.

15.

16.

Discussion Items

Proposed Consent Agenda for December 2, 2025 Council Meeting

25-0137

A Motion to Approve the Proposed 2026 City Council Meeting Schedule.

Brief Description: A proposed meeting schedule for the new year has been

prepared for Council’s review and approval.

Attachments:

2026 Council Calendar Overview - Draft

Meeting Schedule 2026

Dr. Bird reviewed the proposed 2026 Council calendar and noted that no meetings are scheduled during the

week of August 17th to accommodate the start of school, the week of Thanksgiving in November, and that only

one summer recess is planned at the end of June. The Council discussed adjusting the August recess to August

11th and holding a meeting on August 18th instead. Dr. Bird noted that he will work with Ms. Wheeler to revise

certain dates accordingly.

This Motion was forwarded for further consideration at the December 2, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-181

A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE INTENT OF THE CITY OF

HUDSON IN 2026 TO SELL BY INTERNET AUCTION PERSONAL

PROPERTY, INCLUDING MOTOR VEHICLES AND OTHER

PROPERTY REFERENCED IN REVISED CODE §721.15 WHICH

ARE NO LONGER NEEDED FOR PUBLIC USE OR ARE OBSOLETE

OR UNFIT FOR THE USE FOR WHICH THEY WERE ACQUIRED.

Brief Description: Staff is requesting permission to use govdeals.com and

other similar services to dispose of unneeded, obsolete, or unfit equipment.

This is a required annual renewal of agreement for Govdeals online auction

services.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 25-181

Mr. Sheridan explained that this annual resolution authorizes staff to auction items that are no longer needed

through GovDeals.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the December 2, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-182

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER,

DURING THE YEAR 2026, TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS OR TO

UTILIZE THE VARIOUS CHARTER-AUTHORIZED

GOVERNMENTAL COMPETITIVE PURCHASING

PROGRAMS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTS FOR

CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, SUPPLIES, SERVICES, AND

EQUIPMENT.

Brief Description: This Resolution would authorize the

advertisement, receipt of bids and award of contracts for capital items,

services, equipment, and materials and supplies for Public Works

operations as included in the approved 2026 Annual Budget.

Attachments:

Exhibit A: Permission to Bid & Award memo (Nov. 2025)

Resolution No. 25-182

Mr. Sheridan provided an explanation on the purpose of this resolution.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the December 2, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-183

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

PURCHASE EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, SUPPLIES, AND

SERVICES FOR THE CITY’S PUBLIC UTILITY AND VELOCITY

BROADBAND SERVICES OPERATIONS DURING THE YEAR 2026;

AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This annual resolution requests permission allowing the

Public Works Department to make purchases of equipment, materials,

supplies and services in the operational area of the municipal utilities and

Velocity Broadband service operation that will exceed $25,000 based on the

2026 approved budget.

Attachments:

HPP-Velocity Permission to Purchase (Nov. 2025)

Resolution No. 25-183

Mr. Sheridan provided an explanation on the purpose of this resolution.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the December 2, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-184

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ADVERTISE FOR COMPETITIVE BIDS, TO ENTER INTO

CONTRACTS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE INCLUSIVE

PLAYGROUND, AND TO UTILIZE THE COOPERATIVE

PURCHASING PROGRAM FOR EQUIPMENT, INSTALLATION,

AND SURFACING, AND TO ENTER INTO A REIMBURSEMENT

AGREEMENT WITH THE HUDSON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION;

AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This resolution is requesting authorization allowing the

City Manager to advertise for competitive bids and enter into a contract for the

construction of an all-inclusive playground and the utilization of a cooperative

purchasing program for the installation of equipment and playground surfaces

at Oak Grove Park on Barlow Road. It also seeks authorization for a

reimbursement agreement with the Hudson Community Foundation, where the

foundation agrees to reimburse the City for specified equipment and

installation costs.

Attachments:

Additional Funding

GPD Group Cost Estimate

Resolution No. 25-184

Mr. Sheridan provided an explanation on the bidding process for this project and how the reimbursement will

work with the funds raised by the Hudson Inclusive Playground Group. Responding to a question Mr. Sheridan

stated that prices have increased since the initial design and noted that the costs are outlined in the legislation .

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the December 2, 2025, Council

meeting.

17.

Proposed Legislation for December 2, 2025 Council Meeting

25-173

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 220 OF THE

CODIFIED ORDINANCES TO CREATE A “CLERK PRO

TEMPORE.”

Brief Description: City Council seeks to create and define the role of

a Clerk of Council Pro Tempore, who will serve in the absence or

disability of the Clerk of Council.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-173

Ordinance No. 25-173 was forwarded for further consideration at the December 2, 2025,

Council meeting.

25-180

A RESOLUTION SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY

THE QUESTION OF THE RENEWAL OF AN EXISTING 2.9 MILL

TAX LEVY AND AN INCREASE OF 0.6 MILL, FOR A TOTAL OF 3.5

MILLS IN EXCESS OF THE TEN-MILL LIMITATION, FOR THE

PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING THE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY OF THE

HUDSON LIBRARY AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY; AND

DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This legislation formally refers the Hudson Library’s

request for the renewal of the 2.9 mill and an increase of an additional 0.6

mill, for a total of a 3.5 mill levy, to the Summit County Board of Elections to

be placed on the May 5, 2026 ballot. If adopted, the levy would last five years.

Attachments:

Hudson Library Certificate of Estimated Property Tax Revenue

Resolution No. 25-180

Resolution No. 25-180 (revised for 11-25-25)

Resolution No. 25-180 was forwarded for further consideration at the December 2, 2025,

Council meeting.

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19.

Items to be Added to Future Agendas

Dr. Bird stated that a Proclamation for Red Kettle Day will appear on the December 2, 2025, Council Meeting

agenda.

Adjournment

There being no further discussion, Dr. Bird adjourned the Council workshop meeting at 8:59

p.m.

_______________________________

Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor

_______________________________

Dr. Michael Bird, President of Council

_______________________________

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

_______________________________

Aparna Wheeler, Clerk of Council

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 220.03(d), Rules and Section 220.031 (a),

Rules for Workshop Meetings.