City of Hudson, Ohio

Meeting Minutes - Final

City Council

Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor

Vacant (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, November 18, 2025

7:30 PM

Town Hall

27 East Main Street

Regular 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

Roll Call

5 -

1 -

Present:

Absent:

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

Mr. Banweg

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

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

Knoblauch, Assistant City Manager - Financial/Special Projects; Mr. Kosco, City Engineer; and Mr. Leiter,

HCTV Production Assistant.

Approval of the Minutes

25-0129

Minutes of Previous Council Meetings

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

Council’s review and approval.

Attachments:

October 21, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes - Draft

October 28, 2025 Council Workshop Minutes - Draft

A motion was made by Dr. Bird, seconded by Dr. Goetz, that the minutes be approved as

submitted. The motion passed by the following vote:

Aye:

5 - Dr. Bird, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs. Kowalski and Mr. Sutton

1 - Mr. Banweg

Absent:

Public Hearing

25-110

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1206 OF THE LAND

DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO REMOVE ASSISTED

LIVING, CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES, AND

INSTITUTIONAL RESIDENTIAL FROM ALLOWED USES WITHIN

THE COMMERCIAL-FOCUSED DISTRICTS.

Brief Description: Proposed amendment to the Land Development Code to

remove Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Communities, and

Institutional Residential from allowed uses within the commercial focused

districts.

Attachments:

Exhibit A and B

City Council memo July 8 2025 workshop

EMS One Mile Buffer

Signed PC Decision

Map of Existing Facilities

LDC draft 10.24.25 with PC Recommendation

Ordinance No. 25-110

Mayor Anzevino opened the public hearing at 7:32 p.m.

Mrs. Sarah Norman, Chair of the Planning Commission, 2212 Edgeview Dr., explained why the Planning

Commission recommendation language changed so much from the legislation that was introduced, taking into

consideration the overlay district and balancing the development of Hudson.

There being no further comments, Mayor Anzevino closed the public hearing at 7:36 p .m.

A public hearing was held on Ordinance No. 25-110.

Public Comments

Mr. Cody Conley, 5430 Sullivan Road, introduced himself as an applicant for the Ward 2 vacancy .

Correspondence and Council Comments

Dr. Goetz stated that she attended the Veterans' Day event and thanked Mrs. Kowalski and Mrs. Heater for their

work on Council.

Dr. Bird also thanked Mrs. Kowalski and Mrs. Heater for their work on Council.

Mrs. Kowalski thanked staff, Council, the Mayor, and her family for a rewarding experience to serve the

community.

Mrs. Heater stated that it was an honor and privilege to serve the last four years. She thanked Mr. Sheridan and

staff members.

Mayor Anzevino thanked Mrs. Kowalski, Mrs. Heater, and acknowledged Mr. Banweg and former Council

President Foster, for their service to the City. He also attended a ribbon cutting ceremony for Denim and

Design, Foil Hair Co., Essentials Garden and Outdoor Living. He announced the annual business breakfast on

Friday, November 21.

Discussion: Ward 2 Vacancy

Mayor Anzevino provided background on the Ward 2 vacancy and how it is to be filled, per the City Charter .

Mrs. Kowalski called for a point of order, stating that the discussion items for the Ward 2 vacancy and the

election to fill the unexpired term of the Council President seemed out of order. Mr. Sutton disagreed and noted

that, as the requestor of the discussion item, it was placed on the agenda as a procedural discussion and not an

appointment. Mrs. Kowalski responded that it was not her intention to imply an appointment would be made but

that it is the Council President's prerogative to do so, per Mr. Pitchford's memo to Council.

A motion was made by Mrs. Kowalski, seconded by Dr. Goetz, to switch the order of the discussion items

under Section 7 of the agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Kowalski, and Dr. Bird

Nay: Mrs. Heater and Mr. Sutton

Dr. Bird, Dr. Goetz, and Mrs. Kowalski stated their preference was to advertise for the vacancy, accept

applications, and interview applicants to fill the vacancy by January 4, 2026.

Mr. Pitchford stated that if Council did not fill the vacancy by January 4, 2026, Council must put a resolution on

the agenda to put the vacancy on the ballot for the May 5, 2026 election. Discussion followed regarding special

elections and the cost thereof.

Mr. Sutton and Mrs. Heater preferred sending the vacancy to the ballot.

A simple majority requested applications from interested residents and interviews. Mr. Sheridan stated that the

applications would be accepted from November 19th until noon on November 26th, with an executive session to

review on December 2nd.

This item was discussed.

Discussion: Election to Fill the Unexpired Term of the President of Council

Mayor Anzevino provided background on the Council President vacancy, as well as the distinction between an

absence versus a vacancy and the distinction between a meeting chair versus Interim Council President .

Dr. Bird stated that his preference would be to elect a chair for the meetings and wait on the election of a new

Council President after new members are seated.

Mr. Sutton noted that it was important to have a Council President in order to continue with the operations of

the City and nominated himself for Interim Council President. Mrs. Heater seconded his nomination.

Dr. Goetz nominated Dr. Bird for Interim Council President. Mrs. Kowalski seconded the nomination. Dr. Bird

accepted the nomination.

Ms. Wheeler called the roll on nominations for Interim Council President:

Mrs. Heater - Sutton

Mrs. Kowalski - Bird

Mr. Sutton - Sutton

Dr. Bird - Bird

Dr. Goetz - Bird

With only three (3) affirmative votes for Dr. Bird, an Interim Council President was not elected.

Mrs. Kowalski nominated Dr. Bird for Interim Council President. Dr. Goetz seconded the nomination. Dr. Bird

accepted the nomination.

Mrs. Heater nominated Mr. Sutton for Interim Council President. Mr. Sutton seconded the nomination.

Ms. Wheeler called the roll a second time on nominations for Interim Council President:

Mrs. Kowalski - Bird

Mr. Sutton - Sutton

Dr. Bird - Bird

Dr. Goetz - Bird

Mrs. Heater - Sutton

With only three (3) affirmative votes for Dr. Bird, an Interim Council President was not elected.

In a third round, Mrs. Kowalski nominated Dr. Bird for Interim Council President. Dr. Goetz seconded the

nomination. Dr. Bird accepted the nomination.

Mrs. Heater nominated Mr. Sutton for Interim Council President. Mr. Sutton seconded the nomination.

Ms. Wheeler called the roll on nominations for Interim Council President:

Mr. Sutton - Sutton

Dr. Bird - Bird

Dr. Goetz - Bird

Mrs. Heater - Sutton

Mrs. Kowalski - Bird

With only three (3) affirmative votes for Dr. Bird, an Interim Council President was not elected.

Mayor Anzevino decided to close the vote on this topic.

This item was discussed.

Report of Manager

Mr. Sheridan thanked Mrs. Kowalski and Mrs. Heater for their service to the City.

Appointments

Council Liaisons to Volunteer Fire Fighter Dependent Fund Board

Appointments were not made to the Volunteer Fire Fighter Dependent Fund Board, however, a discussion

followed on the timeline. Further discussion followed if the Council President has sole discretion over

appointments.

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

1 - Mr. Banweg

Absent:

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 - Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs. Kowalski, Mr. Sutton and Dr. Bird

1 - Mr. Banweg

Absent:

25-0130

A Motion Directing the Clerk to Send Notice to the Ohio Division of

Liquor Control Indicating No Request for a Hearing Regarding an

Application to Change the Membership in an Issued Liquor Permit to

Sell Alcoholic Beverages for Aladdins Eatery of Hudson, LLC, 44 Park

Lane, Hudson.

Brief Description: The Clerk is in receipt of the attached Notice to

Legislative Authority dated October 20, 2025, from the Ohio Division of

Liquor Control concerning the opportunity to request a hearing regarding this

permit. The City’s response must be postmarked no later than November 9,

2025. An extension to December 9, 2025 was granted.

Attachments:

Aladdins Eatery Membership Change

Motion No. 25-0130 was approved on the Consent Agenda.

25-171

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR A PREFABRICATED

PUBLIC RESTROOM STRUCTURE FOR THE OAK GROVE PARK

INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND.

Brief Description: Staff is seeking permission to purchase and install a

prefabricated concrete public restroom structures for Oak Grove Park through

CXT Concrete Buildings.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 25-171

Resolution No. 25-171 was approved on the Consent Agenda.

25-172

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A CONTRACT WITH ZUPKA & ASSOCIATES FOR

FINANCIAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF HUDSON FOR

THE 2025-2029 AUDITS.

Brief Description: This legislation authorizes the City Manager to enter into

a contract for the City’s annual audit for the years 2025-2029.

Attachments:

City of Hudson Award Letter

City of Hudson MOA-COC

City_of_Hudson_25-29_Zupka&Associates_CostProposal

City_of_Hudson_25-29_Zupka&Associates_Technical Proposal

Resolution No. 25-172

Resolution No. 25-172 was approved on the Consent Agenda.

11.

Legislation

25-110

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1206 OF THE LAND

DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO REMOVE ASSISTED

LIVING, CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES, AND

INSTITUTIONAL RESIDENTIAL FROM ALLOWED USES WITHIN

THE COMMERCIAL-FOCUSED DISTRICTS.

Brief Description: Proposed amendment to the Land Development Code to

remove Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Communities, and

Institutional Residential from allowed uses within the commercial focused

districts.

Attachments:

Exhibit A and B

City Council memo July 8 2025 workshop

EMS One Mile Buffer

Signed PC Decision

Map of Existing Facilities

LDC draft 10.24.25 with PC Recommendation

Ordinance No. 25-110

Mr. Sutton stated that, while not entirely opposed to the Planning Commission's proposal, he was very

concerned about adding additional non-residential uses in residential districts, especially in D2, when residents

have very recently expressed a desire to keep it residential-focused.

Dr. Bird stated his intention to abstain due to a conflict and added that the legislation does not pertain to

current facilities. He also requested current EMS staff continue work with staff at senior facilities to identify

ways to reduce 911 calls for non-serious falls and injuries.

There was consensus amongst the other Councilmembers to postpone the vote on this legislation .

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 25-110, which constituted its fourth reading.

A motion was made by Mr. Sutton, seconded by Dr. Goetz, to pass Ordinance No. 25-110 as

introduced.

A motion was made by Mr. Sutton, seconded by Dr. Goetz, to postpone Ordinance No. 25-110 to

the December 9, 2025, Council Workshop, and December 16, 2025 Council meeting. The

motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

Absent:

Abstain:

4 - Mrs. Heater, Mrs. Kowalski, Mr. Sutton and Dr. Goetz

1 - Mr. Banweg

1 - Dr. Bird

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 second reading.

25-157

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A RULE TO ALLOW THE

EFFICIENT POSTPONEMENT OF A LEGISLATIVE ITEM;

AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: City Council seeks to streamline and clarify its

parliamentary process for postponing items to a date certain.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-157

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Ordinance No. 25-157, which constituted its third reading.

A motion was made by Mr. Sutton, seconded by Dr. Bird, to pass Ordinance No. 25-157.

A motion was made by Mrs. Kowalski, seconded by Dr. Goetz, to postpone Ordinance No.

25-157 to the December 9, 2025 Council Workshop and December 16, 2025 Council meeting

agenda. The motion failed by the following vote:

Aye:

Nay:

2 - Mrs. Kowalski and Dr. Goetz

3 - Mr. Sutton, Dr. Bird and Mrs. Heater

1 - Mr. Banweg

Absent:

The motion to pass carried by the following vote:

Aye:

5 - Mr. Sutton, Dr. Bird, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater and Mrs. Kowalski

1 - Mr. Banweg

Absent:

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:

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

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 second reading.

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 second reading.

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

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

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 second reading.

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 second reading.

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 first reading.

25-174

A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE CITY MANAGER’S

RECOMMENDATION NOT TO IMPLEMENT THE GROWTH

MANAGEMENT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ALLOCATION

SYSTEM DURING CALENDAR YEAR 2026.

Brief Description: The City is not removing the Growth Management

Allocation System; however, because of no appreciable population change, the

system would not be implemented for 2026.

Attachments:

GM Report memo to Council for YR2026

Resolution No. 25-174

Mayor Anzevino read the title of Resolution No. 25-174, which constituted its first reading.

A motion was made by Mr. Sutton, seconded by Dr. Bird, to refer Resolution No. 25-174 to the

Planning Commission. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye:

5 - Dr. Bird, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs. Kowalski and Mr. Sutton

1 - Mr. Banweg

Absent:

12.

Executive Session

Since a Chairperson is required to preside over executive session and the Workshop, Mayor Anzevino opened

the floor to nominations.

Mr. Sutton rescinded his request for discussion of the City Manager's contract during executive session .

A motion was made by Dr. Goetz, seconded by Mrs. Kowalski, to elect Dr. Bird as the Chair of

the November 18, 2025 executive session and the Council Workshop. The motion carried by the

following vote:

Aye:

Nay:

4 - Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs. Kowalski and Dr. Bird

1 - Mr. Sutton

Absent:

1 - Mr. Banweg

Executive Session

A motion was made by Dr. Bird, seconded by Dr. Goetz, to enter into executive session to

discuss pending litigation. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Aye:

5 - Mrs. Heater, Mrs. Kowalski, Mr. Sutton, Dr. Bird and Dr. Goetz

1 - Mr. Banweg

Absent:

Mayor Anzevino recessed the regular meeting to enter into executive session at 9:16 p .m. He resumed the

regular meeting at 10:02 p.m.

13.

14.

Adjournment

There being no further business, Mayor Anzevino adjourned the regular meeting at 10:02 p.m.

Regular Workshop

Call to Order

Mayor Anzevino called to order the workshop of Hudson City Council at 10:06 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 the workshop Chair Dr. Bird, in accordance with Council Rules.

5 -

Present:

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

1 -

Absent:

Mr. Banweg

Others & Staff in Attendance: Mr. Sheridan, City Manager; Mr. Griffith, Assistant City Manager; Mr. Hannan,

Community Development Director; Mr. Knoblauch, Assistant City Manager - Financial/Special Projects; Mr.

Leiter, HCTV Production Assistant; Mr. Powell, Public Works Director; and Mr. Varnes, Fire/EMS Chief.

15.

16.

Nominations for Chair of November 18, 2025, Council Workshop

This matter was handled during the Council meeting.

Correspondence and Council Comments

None.

17.

18.

Discussion Items

Proposed Consent Agenda for November 25, 2025, Council Meeting

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

This Motion was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025, Council

meeting.

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

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025, Council

meeting.

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

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025, Council

meeting.

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

In response to a question, Mr. Griffith noted that if new hires fall into categories with starting wages under

Ohio’s minimum wage, they are always paid at or above the mandated level.

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025, Council

meeting.

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

In response to a question, Mr. Knoblauch explained that the City has allocated a $5 million bond for this

project, noting that maintaining a separate fund makes it easier to track.

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025, Council

meeting.

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

Mr. Sheridan stated that this is done every 5 years and explained the reason for the study .

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025, Council

meeting.

19.

Proposed Legislation for November 25, 2025, Council Meeting

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

Ordinance No. 25-146 was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025,

Council meeting.

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:

Ordinance No. 25-163 was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025,

Council meeting.

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

In response to a question, Mr. Knoblauch outlined options for approving the budget as new Council members

take office. Mr. Sheridan described the process by which the budget approval could be managed and suggested

having a budget discussion at a workshop once the new members are seated .

Resolution No. 25-164 was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025,

Council meeting.

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

Ordinance No. 25-165 was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025,

Council meeting.

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

Resolution No. 25-166 was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025,

Council meeting.

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

Dr. Bird remarked that this item might need to be postponed until a Council President has been elected .

Resolution No. 25-169 was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025,

Council meeting.

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

Resolution No. 25-170 was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 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 November 25, 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)

In response to a question, Mr. Knoblauch explained that a levy involves two steps: first, the adoption of a

resolution of necessity, and second, a resolution to place the levy on the ballot.

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the November 25, 2025, Council

meeting.

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Items to be Added to Future Agendas

Mayor Anzevino noted that a discussion will need added to the November 25, 2025, Council meeting, for the

consideration of a Council President, as well as the addition of a Proclamation for Red Kettle Day for the

December 2, 2025, Council meeting.

Adjournment

There being no further discussion, Dr. Bird adjourned the Council workshop meeting at 10:27

p.m.

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Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor

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Aparna Wheeler, Clerk of Council

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Dr. Michael Bird, Chair of Council Workshop

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

Rules for Workshop Meetings.