City of Hudson, Ohio

Meeting Minutes - Final

City Council Workshop

Jeffrey L. Anzevino, Mayor

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

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

Michael W. Bird, Council Member (Ward 4)

Patricia L. Goetz, Council Member (Ward 1)

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

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

Skylar J. Sutton, Council Member (Ward 3)

Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager

Marshal Pitchford, City Solicitor & Special Counsel

Aparna Wheeler, Clerk of Council

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

7:30 PM

Town Hall

27 East Main Street

Call to Order

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

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

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

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Present:

Mr. Banweg, Dr. Bird, Mr. Foster, Dr. Goetz, Mrs. Heater, Mrs.

Kowalski and Mr. Sutton

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.

Kosco, City Engineer; Mr. Leiter, HCTV Production Assistant; Chief Tabak, Police Chief; and Mr. Wash,

Assistant Public Works Director.

Correspondence and Council Comments

Mr. Banweg provided an update on the Charter Review Commission meeting that was held on May 7 , 2025 and

the Fire/EMS Subcommittee meeting that was recently held.

Dr. Bird provided an update on the H.O.M.E. Committee meeting that was recently held.

Mayor Anzevino expressed his appreciation for being able to honor 2 Hudson Middle School athletes who set

records in Track and Field and a third who will be recognized this week who set the school record in discus . He

further stated he attended the Blue and Gold banquet for Pack 3322 and congratulated those boys that became

boy scouts, those that earned their Arrow of Light accommodation, and Brian Cole from Troop 321 who

achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.

Mr. Foster provided an update on the Planning Commission meeting that was held on May 12, 2025.

Discussion Items

25-0062

Discussion: Update of the W. Streetsboro Street (SR 303) Safety

Improvements

Brief Description: City staff will update the Council on proposed

improvements along West Streetsboro Street (State Route 303), between

Boston Mills Road and Atterbury Boulevard. The update will also include

recent correspondence with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)

regarding the project and grant funding.

Attachments:

Exhibit - Boston Mills to Atterbury

Exhibit - RR Bridge to SR 91

Mr. Kosco presented the updated proposed changes along SR 303 between Boston Mills Road and Atterbury

Blvd, which includes ADA ramp and pedestrian enhancements and striping changes. Council discussion

followed that included maintaining 2-lanes going west and availability of ODOT funding. There was consensus

to move forward with the new paint markings on SR 303 between Boston Mills Road and Atterbury Blvd, as

submitted.

This matter was discussed.

25-0063

A Discussion on the Future Location of an Inclusive Playground at

Barlow Farm Park

Brief Description: In March of this year, the Park Board requested the

administration review Hudson Springs Park and Barlow Farm Park for the

future site of the playground, when the City was informed that the additional

federal funding would not be allocated for this project.

Attachments:

Barlow Farm Park Site Plan

Barlow Farm Park Estimate

Barlow Farm Park Location Map

Hudson Springs Park Site Plan

Hudson Springs Park Estimate

Oak Grove Park Site Plan

Oak Grove Park Estimate

Inclusive Playground Matrix

Mr. Sheridan summarized the timeline of events from prior discussions held by both the Park Board and City

Council. He then outlined the next steps in the process, including entering a design contract, obtaining Planning

Commission approval, bidding, awarding contracts, and proceeding with construction. Additionally, he

explained the attachments included in the Council packet and provided a cost comparison of options for Barlow

Farm Park and Hudson Springs Park.

Mr. Wash presented information regarding safety concerns identified at Barlow Farm Park and Hudson Springs

Park, along with necessary repairs for the existing playground at Barlow Farm Park.

Ms. O'Neil, Chair of the Park Board, noted that Barlow Farm Park was selected by the Park Board in a 3-2 vote

as the preferred location. Ms. Higgins, President of the Hudson Inclusive Playground Group, also voiced

support for Barlow Farm Park as their preferred site, explaining the reasoning behind the decision .

The discussion that followed covered the prioritization of upgrades to Middleton Park, resident concerns about

the expansion of Barlow Farm Park, the rationale for considering Oak Grove Park, and the reason it was not

initially included as an option. There was consensus to return to the Park Board with both Barlow Farm Park

and Oak Grove Park under consideration, engage with neighborhoods adjacent to Oak Grove Park, and present

a recommendation to Council on May 27, 2025.

This matter was discussed.

Proposed Consent Agenda for May 20, 2025, Council Meeting

25-0067

A Motion to Acknowledge the Timely Receipt of the April 2025 Monthly

Financial Report

Brief Description: Financial summaries are provided each month for

Council’s review.

Attachments:

April 2025 Financial Report

In response to a question, Mr. Knoblauch explained that the income tax deficit is attributed to the departures of

Joann, Diebold, and Universal Screen Arts, as well as a decline in income tax revenue from Progressive .

This Motion was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council meeting.

25-0068

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

Liquor Control Indicating No Request for a Hearing Regarding the

Transfer of a Permit to Sell Alcoholic Beverages for Maruti Petroleum,

5915 Darrow Road, Hudson, Ohio, from Hudson Gas LLC, 5915 Darrow

Rd, Hudson, Ohio.

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

Legislative Authority dated May 5, 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 June 2, 2025.

Attachments:

Maruti Petroleum Permit #5595915

This Motion was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council meeting.

25-0069

A Motion Authorizing the City Staff to Move Forward with the Design

for a New Sidewalk along Ravenna Street from S. Hayden Parkway to

Stow Road.

Brief Description: City staff held a public open house on April 17, 2025

with the proposed alignment of the new sidewalk along Ravenna Street from

S. Hayden Parkway to Stow Road. Staff recommended that a 5’ concrete

sidewalk be placed on the north side of Ravenna Street. This motion would

provide authorization for City staff to proceed with the design of a 5’ concrete

sidewalk along the north side of Ravenna Street from S. Hayden Parkway to

Stow Road.

Attachments:

Ravenna Street Sidewalk Ranking Matrix

Concept Plans for Ravenna Street Sidewalk

Resident Input Summary 2025.05.09

Lets Talk Hudson Comments 2025.05.09

In response to a question, Mr. Sheridan stated that $1.1 million has been budgeted, and the potential

development in this area would not be required to contribute. Dr. Goetz inquired whether the project could be

postponed for a year or two as a cost-saving measure.

Council discussion included reviewing the next round of connectivity projects to determine if any could be

deferred, considering a 7-year outlook for infrastructure projects instead of the usual 5-year plan, and

addressing concerns about potential sidewalk damage from water and sewer installation related to the potential

development in this area.

This Motion was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council meeting.

25-82

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR

THE W. STREETSBORO STREET (SR 303) SAFETY

IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (PID 117269) WITH THE LOWEST

AND BEST BIDDER; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This project involves pavement striping, signage

improvements, and curb ramp work along SR 303 between Boston Mills Road

and Atterbury Blvd.

Attachments:

Exhibit – Prop W. Streetsboro Rd Safety Improvements (west)

Resolution No. 25-82

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council meeting.

25-83

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH HALL

PUBLIC SAFETY UPFITTERS FOR THE UPFITTING OF THREE (3)

FLEET VEHICLES FOR POLICE OPERATIONS; AND DECLARING

AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: This project involves the Upfitting of Three (3) police

fleet vehicles.

Attachments:

Hall Public Safety 2025 Upfitting

Police Vehicle Upfitting Memo 2025

Resolution No. 25-83

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council meeting.

Proposed Legislation for May 20, 2025, Council Meeting

25-21

AN ORDINANCE CODIFYING THE ORDER AND RULES OF A

PUBLIC HEARING.

Brief Description: The Codified Ordinances of the City of Hudson make

reference to, but do not define “Public Hearing.” This ordinance establishes an

order of business and reasonable limitations on discussion for all public

hearings before any official City body, whether it be City Council or any other

board, committee or commission.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-21 - Planning Commission Report and Recommendations

Ordinance No. 25-21 (as introduced)

Ordinance No. 25-21 Exhibit A (4-22-25)

Mr. Sutton stated that the chair of the Planning Commission confirmed that their thoughts were fully

incorporated into the revised exhibit.

Ordinance No. 25-21 was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-28

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1202.04(b)(3) OF THE

LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE RELEVANT TO ARCHITECTURAL

AND HISTORIC BOARD OF REVIEW ADVICE OF CONSULTANT

Brief Description: The AHBR utilizes the services of a consultant on several

cases a year within the historic district. Proposed amendment would allow the

board to consider consultants firms recognized by the state historic

preservation office in addition to licensed architects.

Attachments:

LDC Amendment 1204.03(b)(3)

OHPO Historic Preservation Consultant List

Signed PC Decision 25-201 - LDC amendment - AHBR Consultant

Ordinance No. 25-28

Draft Ordinance with PC Recommendation 4.7.25

Ordinance No. 25-28 was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-43

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1205.04, 1205.06, 1205.07,

1205.11, AND 1206.01 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TO

REMOVE TOWNHOMES FROM ALL ZONING DISTRICTS EXCEPT

DISTRICT 5 VILLAGE CORE DISTRICT.

Brief Description: Proposed amendment to the Land Development Code to

limit townhomes as a allowable dwelling unit type to District 5 Village Core

District.

Attachments:

Exhibit A: Townhomes Ordinance

Signed PC Decision 25-200 - LDC amendment - Townhome Text

Amendment

Ordinance No. 25-43

Ordinance No. 25-43 was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-56

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART TEN, "STREETS, UTILITIES

AND PUBLIC SERVICES CODE" OF THE CODIFIED

ORDINANCES, TO AMEND CHAPTER 1016 USE OF PUBLIC WAYS

BY SERVICE PROVIDERS AND CABLE TELEVISION PROVIDERS.

Brief Description: This Ordinance will amend the City’s Codified

Ordinances relating to regulations applying to use of public ways by service

providers and cable television providers in the City’s public right-of-way,

found in Chapter 1016, “Use Of Public Ways by Service Providers and Cable

Television Providers,” of the Streets, Utilities, and Public Services Code of

the Codified Ordinances of the City of Hudson.

Attachments:

Exhibit A - Ordinance Amending CO Chapter 1016

Exhibit A (Revised for 5-20-25)

Ordinance No. 25-56

Responding to question, Mr. Sheridan stated that he is not aware if Mr. Pitchford has had discussions with

Charter Communications regarding requested changes, but will follow-up with him.

Ordinance No. 25-56 was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-57

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1205, 1206, AND 1213 OF

THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TO ESTABLISH A

PERMANENT PROHIBITION RELATED TO MARIJUANA

FACILITIES.

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

marijuana facilities within the City of Hudson.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-57

ORD 25-57 proposed PC recommendation 4.14.25

PC 25-256 Decision - LDC amendment -Marijuana

SR 2025-256 LDC Amendment - Marijuana

Zoning for Marijuana Facilities - surrounding communities

Lets Talk Hudson page and survey results

Ordinance No. 25-57 was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-69

A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE

TAX INCENTIVE REVIEW COUNCIL TO CONTINUE

COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT AREA AGREEMENTS AND JOB

CREATION GRANT PROGRAM AGREEMENTS WITH THE CITY

OF HUDSON, COUNTY OF SUMMIT.

Brief Description: The City has established a Tax Incentive Review Council

(TIRC) to periodically review each existing Community Reinvestment Area

(CRA) and Job Creation Grant Agreement for compliance and to make

recommendations to continue, modify or terminate each of the agreements.

The duly appointed TIRC met on March 14, 2025, reviewed each CRA and

Job Creation Grant Agreement and made certain recommendations to City

Council.

Attachments:

TIRC Minutes 3.14.2025

Resolution No. 25-69

Resolution No. 25-69 was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council

meeting.

25-84

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER

INTO A JOB CREATION GRANT AGREEMENT WITH KELTEC,

LLC; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: Keltec, LLC is requesting a 50% income tax credit for 10

years. The company, currently located in Twinsburg, Ohio, will relocate their

headquarters operations to 5581 Hudson Industrial Parkway. The company is a

leading manufacturer of compressed air and gas filtration solutions, providing

a comprehensive range of high-quality products for industrial applications.

Keltec, Inc. will employ 175 staff at the facility.

Attachments:

Resolution No. 25-84

This Resolution was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council meeting.

25-85

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AND AMENDING CERTAIN

ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL PROCESSES WITHIN THE CITY.

Brief Description: The City of Hudson is interested in redefining and

clarifying its internal administrative appeal processes. The current process

and Codified Ordinances do not specify a standard of review for appeals, and

this legislation will clarify boards or commissions’ obligation to render

findings of fact and will establish a presumption in favor of the lower body’s

determination.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-85

Mr. Sutton requested changes to Section 5(1)(B). Mr. Foster provided an explanation on this section.

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council meeting.

TMP-7956

AN ORDINANCE ALLOWING SHOOTING RANGES WITHIN THE

CITY OF HUDSON AND AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT

CODE; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

Brief Description: The City of Hudson is interested in permitting indoor

shooting ranges in Districts 6, 7, 8, and 9. The ranges would be a conditional

use in these districts, subject to review by the Planning Commission and are

already subject to strict regulation by the state of Ohio.

Attachments:

Draft Ordinance

Draft Ordinance UPDATED for 5-20-25 FINAL

Mrs. Kowalski suggested this item be moved to a meeting in June and to solicit resident feedback through Let's

Talk Hudson, as well as each Council member reach out to their constituents. Dr. Goetz agreed with Mrs.

Kowalski on obtaining feedback from residents.

Responding to a question, Mr. Foster stated that he does not feel that an emergency clause is necessary, and can

be removed.

Mr. Sutton suggested that District 7 be removed from the allowable locations, Item H modified to 50 caliber,

and remove NRA from the text.

Responding to a question, Mr. Foster provided an explanation on the reason for this Ordinance. He further

stated that he will incorporate the suggested changes.

There was consensus to solicit resident feedback through Let's Talk Hudson.

This Ordinance was forwarded for further consideration at the May 20, 2025, Council meeting.

Items to be Added to Future Agendas

Mr. Foster stated that the following items will appear on the May 20, 2025, Council agenda: Proclamations for

Poppy Days and Hudson Trike and Bike Event and Honorary Resolutions to John Niemczura for time served on

the Military and Veterans' Commission and Brian Battaglia on his retirement.

Dr. Goetz requested an Honorary Resolution for the Hudson Inclusive Playground Group for their work on the

inclusive playground project. Mr. Foster stated that it will be done after the playground is open.

Adjournment

There being no further discussion, Mr. Foster adjourned the Council workshop meeting at 9:13

p.m.

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Christopher W. Foster, President of Council